Best Elana Afrika Bredenkamp Podcasts (2025)

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Bright Smiles, Bright Futures 27:01

13d ago27:01

27:01

"It's best to avoid strangers kissing your baby... dental health - or ill-health - from everyone, is being passed on..." Dr Tshepiso Mfolo says it like it is! She's our guest this week, and a professional Dentist. But, How do we ensure good dental health, from Day One? Is it even necessary to check baby's gum, or baby teeth... it's going to fall ou…

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DJ Sabby, Cool Dad, Real Feelings 33:30

1M ago33:30

33:30

"My late Mom taught me, everything happens in God's time... so I learnt how to appreciate being present, and patient, despite tough times..." says DJ Sabby, our very special studio guest this week. Join us for a truly heartwarming journey to learn more about Family Life with DJ Sabby. From the experience he had in hospital when his dad passed when …

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Narcissists We Love: Partners, Parents & the Pain 37:43

2M ago37:43

37:43

'Narcissism at home is often modelled by the Parent.' Our kids pick up from our emotional responses and interaction with other people - which, in turn, shape our children's mental health and personality traits. But, how serious of a problem is Narcissism? And is Narcissistic Personality Disorder the same thing? Our expert Guest this week is Psychia…

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My Divine Purpose as a Mother 32:04

2M ago32:04

32:04

'Love is the Foundation from which we build everything in life, and it starts at home..." Powerful words of wisdom, from our guest this week - American author & life coach, and fellow Mom, Sonia Jackson Myles. Could we Learn to Love better? How do we love ourselves better? Understanding and embracing the basic meaning of Love, says Sonia, starts at…

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A.I. - My Secret Weapon to Homework Struggles 28:41

3M ago28:41

28:41

A.I. ...How do I use it, without risking my own security or harming my children? It’s a fine line, between harmful content, and helpful advice... But how exactly does Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and ChatGPT work? Is it safe? In today's exciting world of non-stop technological innovation, it's a real challenge to stay up to date, and safe. Digita…

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A Parent or Child's Farewell: The Funeral 28:15

3M ago28:15

28:15

The following episode contains sensitive subject matter for someone that has lost a loved one. We have interviewed professional experts on each topic, and taken extra care to cover the subjects with sensitivity. How do we prepare for the unthinkable? The passing of a child is a horror scenario - but this week's guest is here to help us find a gentl…

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Let's Help Your Child Overcome Fussy Eating! 38:48

4M ago38:48

38:48

How do I improve my child's eating habits? When does their picky eating become a health problem? Should I consider a dietician for guidance? Let's take a feeding holiday! Pause, step back and re-evaluate! It's a simple strategy and might be the magic trick that changes everything! To understand this concept better, take a listen to this week's fasc…

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Emergency! Paramedics Explain What to Do 18:32

4M ago18:32

18:32

The following episode contains sensitive subject matter for someone that has lost a loved one. We have interviewed professional experts on each topic, and taken extra care to cover the subjects with sensitivity. What should I do if there's suddenly an emergency? A child falling into a swimming pool, someone having a seizure or heart attack, or an a…

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Breastfeeding: It’s Complicated with Refilwe Maponya 48:49

5M ago48:49

48:49

Breastfeeding: Do we worry for no reason? Is this a natural process or what? How do I find my comfort & peace of mind, and express like I should? There are many elements to consider during pregnancy, and when baby has arrived, to ensure my breastfeeding goes well. Refilwe Maponya, an experienced Midwife & Neonatal specialist, is our guest this week…

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How to Deal with the Loss of a Family Member 40:07

5M ago40:07

40:07

When we face the loss of a loved one, especially a child, or a parent, it might be the most confusing process in our lives - and chances are, most of us are just not prepared for such events to ever happen. Sometimes, all we need is a little guidance to work through difficult times, together. Join us for this special Bereavement Series where we spe…

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From Bump to First Tooth: Caring for Baby’s Oral Health 57:50

6M ago57:50

57:50

It's a tiny smile that could be worth a lifetime of joy! Discover the fascinating journey of healthy teeth & gums - and Why it's so important to ensure we have good oral health, even before we are pregnant. Thanks to Curaprox, this week's Guest helps us to really understand the role that our Dental health plays in long-term health & vitality. Paedi…

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Parenting: Am I Stuffing This Up? with Psychoanalyst, Andy Cohen 42:25

6M ago42:25

42:25

In this week's Podcast We ask some important Questions: "Am I standing in the way of my parenting? Am I Over-thinking it?" With our guest, Psychoanalyst & Psychotherapist, Andy Cohen, we discuss the basics of parenting - from the joy of becoming parents, to the complexity of anxiety. Andy's latest book, "Parenting Psychoanalysed: Letters to a Paren…

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Grade 1: Guidance From a Teacher with Emily Dearham 40:48

7M ago40:48

40:48

Buzz like a Bee for the First Day of School! Grade 1 Teacher, Emily Dearham (@beeingthefoundation), is our special guest this week - and this made our hearts so warm & happy - she is calming our nerves, helping us with wonderful tips, to be prepared for Big School for our little one! It's exciting, and it's daunting at the same time, but hearing fr…

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Storytelling: Captivating our Kids with Stories & Songs 44:16

8M ago44:16

44:16

Telling stories to our children like a quirky aunt, full of colourful animation, squeaking sounds and a symphony of songs, is exactly the Rhythm our children need, says our equally colourful guest this week, Lynn Joffe (@author_storyteller). Her brainchild, Solid Gold Story Time, was recently awarded the Podcast of the Year in the inaugural South A…

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Is The Dummy bad? Some Facts... 39:27

9M ago39:27

39:27

I never thought a discussion about pacifiers (dummies), and thumb sucking would open my eyes to the incredible ways in which those aspects influence my child's dental health, breathing and speech. It's the irony of the passive lurker: how a (wrong) dummy habit could alter the entire palate of my child's mouth, leading to a variety of health problem…

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Moms & Mammos: Early Cancer Defence 33:08

9M ago33:08

33:08

When should I go for a Mammogram? What if I'm healthy and not worried about anything? Do I still need to go for a check-up? What about treatments if something is wrong? As Mothers and Women, we bring new life into this world, but it's also our responsibility to stay healthy - and that includes having healthy breasts. Early detection and professiona…

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Easy Labour Secrets: A Doula Explains 24:07

10M ago24:07

24:07

Moms-to-be... How do We prepare? Which experts should We listen to? What is the safest way to give birth? Should We consider a C-section? Or is natural better? What if there are complications? In this podcast, We explore the Secrets to Easier Labour, with our special guest - Cape Town based Doula, Nishaat Jano, from Back to Nurture. Brought to you …

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Kids Talking to Themselves? Here's What It Means! 35:48

10M ago35:48

35:48

What does it mean when Our children are always talking to themselves? whether during playtime, at home, or loudly in public... In this captivating Podcast, educational psychologist, Megan Tucker, explains Why 'self-talk' among Our children could be an important part of their development. But when does it become a problem, that needs our interventio…

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Connecting with my Child: Connection Before Correction 38:04

11M ago38:04

38:04

Let's learn the ABC... Adult Before Children, because it starts with me as the parent (the adult) teaching my kids without knowing it - simply by speaking to them, the sounds they hear from Day 1... How we teach as parents, is the WIN: what's important now? What do I need to look at, and address, as the parent in this moment. Engaging with our chil…

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Why is My Tween Angry at Me? Advice from a Psychologist with Dr Jenny Rose 37:50

11M ago37:50

37:50

"How your kids practice their voice at home is how they're going to do things when they're out there in the world..." "Our Tweens want a little bit more control, making their voice heard a little more, and it's important we stay present, pay attention, and let them feel heard." ...but how do I manage these changes and all this drama without total d…

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Menstruation: How Do I Have The Talk with My Kids? 40:35

12M ago40:35

40:35

Whether you call it your ‘Auntie Flow’ or tell people that it’s your ‘time of the month’, there are many ways to address The Period Talk - but How do we as parents start the conversation? And when is the right time? When my daughter's first pimple appears? When she decides to ask me? In this Podcast, Tweenology Founder & fellow parent, Marlese Wall…

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No Legs! And Living My Dream Life! with Neo Kirchway 48:39

12M ago48:39

48:39

Take a seat, because this story will catch you off-guard... and inspired! "I was mocked and laughed at, because I look different, and kids are not always taught at home that children are different, and we need to love everyone no matter what they look like," says double-amputee, Neo Kirchway. A young girl from Botswana, with both her legs amputated…

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Night Terrors & Anxiety: What's The Best Solution? with Megan Tucker 29:05

1y ago29:05

29:05

When should I be worried about my child's night terrors? At which point do I need professional help to solve the situation? Our visiting expert this week is educational psychologist Megan Tucker, who explains to us that nightmares and emotional stress are part of their development. However, the situation could become serious. In this podcast, she o…

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Perimenopause: What Do I Need To Manage? with Dr Juanri Jonck 47:49

1y ago47:49

47:49

My cycle is changing, My period is changing, What do I do? Perimenopause is easily managed if you know what the signs are, early on! And don't be fooled: lifestyle stress, depression, exhaustion, and mood swings, could all be indicators. In this Podcast we are joined by a medical expert, Dr Juanri Jonck, to help Women better understand the hormonal…

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Turning My Family Chaos Into Calm with Chereen Gibson 41:55

1y ago41:55

41:55

Feeling overwhelmed? It's Winter, Stepmom responsibilities, 4 kids to juggle... everyone's coughing, play date is cancelled, you are feeling sick too, and hubby is off to work! HOW do We manage this chaos? In this week's Podcast: a Mom's heartfelt story brings some light into the tunnel of chaos, with wonderful tips on keeping our toddlers busy, en…

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What Makes a Good Father? T-Bose Talks About Being a Dad 45:08

1y ago45:08

45:08

Is there an unfair stigma with Fathers in South Africa? How does an absent Dad affect our mental health in the family unity? Should our dads also get paternity leave? Why is our father’s presence at home so important? In this week's episode, we are joined by veteran broadcaster, and now author, Thabo 'T-Bose' Mokwele, who shares his personal story …

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Bullying Prevention: Comfort from Children's Books 20:14

1y ago20:14

20:14

There's a lot we can learn from working through our challenges, and #bullying is perhaps one of the biggest challenges that many parents must work through - so, getting a little help, is always welcome! Noko the Knight is a beautiful children's book series, written by our guest this week, Eleni Theodorou, that aims to spread awareness & help with t…

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Sleep Therapy for Your Baby with Venetia Wegelin 29:17

1y ago29:17

29:17

“MY BABY DOESN’T SLEEP!” Are We doing something wrong? Is my baby ill? or lacking something? This week Our guest is Venetia from Dudus Baba. While trying to fix her own baby's sleeping difficulty, she discovered sleep therapy - a different approach that changed her life! Learn more about sleep therapy & the incredible work Venetia does, in this wee…

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Fertility: Am I Able To Have a Baby? with Dr Q 33:20

1+ y ago33:20

33:20

How do I know I am fertile? How do I know I can have a baby? When do I get my body checked out? In this week's episode, we answer your questions with our fertility specialist, Dr Qinisile Cele. Founder of the Family Matters Fertility Centre in Centurion, Dr Cele (known by her patients as "Dr Q") is medically trained as an obstetrician & gynaecologi…

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How Do I Raise a Child That Is Resilient? with Naomi Holdt 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

38:57

What does the word "resilience" mean to us as parents? How do we go about raising a child that is resilient? This week We have the honour of hosting Naomi Holdt, educational psychologist, speaker, and author, from KZN, to help us better understand the concept of 'raising a resilient child.' Perhaps, the answer might be simpler than we realise! Have…

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A Life with Endometriosis with Nadine Dirks 29:17

1+ y ago29:17

29:17

Endometriosis. It's a tough condition for women to talk about, let alone asking for help. And very often it's misdiagnosed, leading to embarrassment later in life. Nadine Dirks, activist & author, is joining us this week to tackle this very intimate topic, because she is living with this experience herself. She has just published a memoir reflectin…

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Bullying: How do I help my child? with Dr Judy Jaye 31:42

1+ y ago31:42

31:42

I am building a world of kindness for my children, but how do I deal with bullies? It's a controversial topic, but in this Podcast, Dr Judy Jaye gives us helpful guidance on recognising, managing, and solving the bully-problem in our schools and among our children. Brought to you by Epi-max Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supporte…

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First-Time Mommy: How to Prepare for Your Baby? with Dr Edzani Mphaphuli 53:07

1+ y ago53:07

53:07

How do I make sure I am covered with all the preparation needed for my new-born? In this important Podcast we ask a medical expert - Dr Edzani Mphaphuli, Executive Director of Grow Great. With her wealth of knowledge and years of experience, I can consider the key aspects to ensure my baby is healthy, comforted, and taken care of in the best possib…

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The Secret to My Success (& Happiness) with Rhona Erasmus 39:59

1+ y ago39:59

39:59

Rhona Erasmus made sure her dreams became a reality and her 'secret' might be simpler than you think. Now a successful businesswoman, the former beauty queen, turned reality TV star, says that simple advice is often the best advice. But she adds "We have to challenge ourselves, and for The Real Housewives I wanted to see how tough I could be in tri…

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Why your Shy Child is a Smart Child? Surprise! with Sandrina Naidoo. 30:14

1+ y ago30:14

30:14

How do I treat my shy child? In this podcast, veteran teacher, Sandrina Naidoo, explains why a "shy child" is simply a smart child that is introverted. Introverted children are individuals who tend to be more reserved, reflective, and inward-focused compared to extroverted children. Being introverted is a personality trait, and it does not imply sh…

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How much does it cost to have children? with Justin Harrison 38:46

1+ y ago38:46

38:46

Ever heard the saying, 'Having kids is expensive'? Let's break it down- just how costly is it? Join us in this week's episode as we number-crunch the nitty-gritty of raising our little ones. Accompanied by Justin Harrison, an investor, author, business guru, and fellow parent, we unravel the true costs of parenthood—from the early days to school ex…

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Can I have my Placenta, please? with Melissa Mann 29:45

1+ y ago29:45

29:45

Can I have my placenta, please? Not a common question that you would ask just after giving birth, but in this week's discussion with Melissa Mann, certified doula & placenta specialist (from OrganicBirth.co.za), we understand why this part of your body that you have created during pregnancy is important to take home with you, or, be encapsulated, t…

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Missing Children: What Do I Do If It's Mine? with Nico Panagio 47:28

1+ y ago47:28

47:28

Nico Panagio is our guest this week! Why him? We have learned that children go missing every single day in South Africa. It's a reality we don't even want to consider, but child trafficking is one of the most active criminal activities in the world today. There is hope! Thanks to people like Nico, an award-winning actor, TV presenter, husband, and …

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Nadia Jaftha: Mom & Daughter Goals 36:28

2y ago36:28

36:28

Nadia Jaftha is a force of joy in everything that she does, and her magical charm has helped her to turn popularity on social media into successful business projects. Today she is one of the most recognised South African influencers and a powerful, independent lady. In this captivating podcast, Nadia is joined by her equally charming (and very funn…

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Buying The Ultimate Family Car: Where Do We Start? with Juliet McGuire 46:19

2y ago46:19

46:19

You're looking for a practical, affordable, and reliable family car, but have no idea where to start or how to make the right decision! Baby in the back seat, and luggage in the boot - the practical aspects are important, but we also want to enjoy the drive and the comfort - how do we marry the joy of the drive, with our practical needs (and budget…

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Pets At Home: Guidance from a Vet with Dr Motheo Masiya 24:35

2y ago24:35

24:35

If you're a Pet-loving person, this one's for you! Our expert Veterinarian, Dr Motheo Masiya, talks about the most important aspects when getting a new pet - for example, the vital health checks, vaccinations, deworming, pet insurance, and considering the size of the pet (especially with kids at home). Parents of fur babies, or parents-to-be - in t…

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Rethinking the Roles: Grandparents Living with Us - Dr Jenny Rose 25:18

2y ago25:18

25:18

There is no easy way out: our parents will not be around forever, and being a parent while our own parents get older, or pass away, is a fundamental concept that many of us might struggle with in life. Juggling the role of being a good parent, while also looking after our parents when they age, means we must stay present - being acutely aware of ap…

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Children & Dogs: A Dog Trainer's Advice with Landie Coertse 32:02

2y ago32:02

32:02

I'm a parent and want my dogs to get along with my kids, and vice versa... What is the best advice to ensure everyone's happy and play along nicely? Professional Dog Trainer, Landie Coertse, joins Elana in studio to help us understand the way dogs behave when kids are around. How do we socialise our animals? Which dogs are better with kids? Is ther…

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The Miracle Smile: The Smile Foundation 26:13

2y ago26:13

26:13

Thanks to the SPAR Women's Challenge Jozi, Elana gets to see first-hand the miracle work that South Africa's Smile Foundation does for children. With the generous support of SPAR, we meet some of the heroes that work for this life-changing, non-profit organisation. Bringing together corporate support, medical experts, and initiatives like the SPAR …

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Karlien van Jaarsveld Praat Reguit 40:41

2y ago40:41

40:41

Karlien van Jaarsveld het ’n kleurryke en suksesvolle sangloopbaan en is ’n gewilde Afrikaanse kunstenaar. Maar agter die skerms, en in die hospitaal waar sy menige nag langs haar kind se bed deurgebring het, was dinge nie altyd so maklik nie. As openbare figuur, is elke aspek van haar lewe nog altyd druk bespreek en hewig gekritiseer. Nietemin moe…

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The Baby Food buzz: Halal “Huiskos"! - Nabeelah Sawant 18:19

2y ago18:19

18:19

It has taken a mother from Cape Town a nationwide, desperate search to try and find baby food that works, until she finally decided: DIY is the only way! Nabeelah Sawant called her close-friend, and professional dietician, Shakeela Talip, to help with the science behind the recipes - to ensure it's safe for her baby - and created baby food that's i…

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Presence vs Guilt: How to Create Harmony as a New Mom with Lori Milner 28:32

2y ago28:32

28:32

Creating a harmonious and disciplined lifestyle is the first step to having balance in your life — especially if you’re a mother, and even more so if you’re a new mom. Lori Milner, one of South Africa's leading lifestyle coaches, joins Elana to give us some valuable advice on the challenges that new moms face when trying to balance family life with…

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Single Mom: When to Call a Lawyer with Advocate Jade Lawson 9:41

2y ago9:41

9:41

Advocate Jade Lawson joins Elana this week to give us the Legal take on Single parents, with kids. What are the implications for travelling? What if you're a mom and not earning a salary? What if you never got married, and now have kids out of wedlock? Legally, what should the father be helping you with? Advocate Lawson is both an Advocate and Medi…

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Tonsils & Grommets: Expert advice - ENT Specialist Dr Ali Makepeace 32:28

2y ago32:28

32:28

Winter season is often the time when cold symptoms are the worst - runny noses, infected mucus, sore throats, and coughing - but sometimes the quickest remedy is not always the best for our kids. Tonsils, Grommets, and earbuds... Learn more about the dangers of remedies, and procedures that we always thought are helping our kids. ENT Specialist, Dr…

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Baby Showers: A Guide to All the Fun, Frills & Flaws with Beatrix Lourens 35:31

2y ago35:31

35:31

What if you, the mom-to-be, don't make it to your own baby shower? And who should NOT be invited? What should the budget be? If these questions are playing out in your head, we have the perfect podcast for you! One of South Africa's most experienced event planners, Beatrix Lourens, joined us to discuss everything that goes into planning & creating …

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