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Your trusted partner in children’s healthcare, providing parents with expert advice on children's health and wellness. Making people feel better.

Providing child-friendly medical, dental, and day hospital services at Intercare. Making healthcare a positive experience for children. From the very beginning of Intercare, our reason for existence has remained the same: we exist to make people feel better.

26/11/2025

🍴 Mealtime makeover: Eat together, thrive together! 🥗

Family meals are more than just food — they’re a recipe for better health, stronger bonds, and happy memories! Here’s how to make your mealtimes healthier and more enjoyable:

✨ Why eat together?
Boost nutrition: Kids eat more fruits, veggies, and balanced meals when they share meals with family.
Fuel growth: Mealtime supports brain and body development, setting kids up for success.
Stay healthy: Families who eat together tend to maintain healthier weights.
Mental wellbeing: Shared meals reduce stress and create a safe space to connect.
Model good habits: Teach kids about cooking, communication, and mindful eating.

✨ Healthy meal makeover tips:
✅ Rethink your drink: Swap sugary drinks for water or milk.
✅ Add more colours: Serve more fruits and veggies at every meal.
✅ Portion control: Serve small portions and let kids ask for seconds—no need to clean their plates!
✅ Make favourites healthier: Love pizza or burgers? Add veggies or use whole-grain bases.
✅ Eat slowly: Take your time to enjoy the meal—it’s better for digestion and helps prevent overeating.
✅ Get kids Involved: Let them help plan, prep, or cook. It’s fun and teaches them valuable skills!

🍽️ Ready for a mealtime makeover? With small changes like more water, colourful veggies, and mindful portions, you can make family meals healthier and more fun!

21/11/2025

Raising a child with diabetes can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone in this journey. While genetics may influence diabetes risk, your family's love and support are the most powerful tools in helping your child thrive.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Creating a supportive home environment:
• Making medication routines fun and consistent
• Teaching siblings to help with blood sugar checks
• Planning diabetes-friendly family meals everyone enjoys
• Finding active family activities your child loves
• Building confidence through understanding
• Celebrating small victories together

🎯 Knowledge is your superpower:
• Learn the warning signs and symptoms
• Understand your child's specific needs
• Don't ignore concerning changes
• Early intervention leads to better outcomes
• Empower your child with age-appropriate education

🏥 Your Intercare family:
Our doctors understand the unique challenges of childhood diabetes:
• Child-friendly treatment approaches
• Family-centred care plans
• School coordination support
• Age-appropriate diabetes education
• Ongoing family guidance and resources

Your child can live a full, active, and happy life with diabetes - and your family support makes all the difference! 💙

To learn more, join our on-demand “Diabetes in children” webinar. Discover practical tips for supporting your child's health and wellbeing: https://my.demio.com/ref/Te2QjsDFaroCsFM6

19/11/2025

💪 Supporting your child with diabetes: You’re not alone.

A diabetes diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, children with diabetes thrive in school, sports, and social activities.

Essential support strategies:
• Work closely with your healthcare team
• Educate teachers and caregivers about your child's needs
• Encourage independence as age-appropriate
• Connect with other families facing similar challenges

School success tips:
• Ensure teachers know signs of high/low blood sugar
• Pack healthy snacks and enough water
• Keep emergency supplies readily available
• Plan for field trips and special events
• Communicate regularly with school staff

Your child is not defined by diabetes. With proper management and support, they can achieve anything they set their mind to!

Need support? Intercare’s medical team is here to guide your family every step of the way.

17/11/2025

Parents, gain knowledge about your child’s condition and become a better caregiver by listening to the on-demand webinar by Dr Chantal de Pinheiro and dietician, Mignon Jordaan.

Here are some of the key topics that will be covered:
🎤 Early warning signs to watch for
🎤 Causes
🎤 Risks
🎤 Testing & treatment options
🎤 The difference between high sugar and diabetes
🎤 Strategies for managing diabetes in picky eaters

•🎯 Perfect for:
• Parents of diabetic children
• Families with diabetes history
• Health-conscious caregivers
• Anyone seeking diabetes education

🔄 On-demand access: Watch at your convenience, revisit anytime! Link: https://my.demio.com/ref/Te2QjsDFaroCsFM6

Knowledge is power - especially when it comes to your family's health! 💪

13/11/2025

This World Kindness Day, let’s teach our children that being kind is not just cool — it’s powerful! 💕

Kind kids are happier, healthier, and more successful! Kindness helps children build stronger relationships, boosts their confidence, and creates a ripple effect that makes the world a better place.

Here are some fun and meaningful ways to celebrate kindness with your family:

🎨 Craft kindness cards: Make handmade notes for friends, teachers, or neighbours to brighten their day.
🍪 Bake and share: Whip up some treats and deliver them to someone who needs a little love.
📚 Storytime with a twist: Read books about kindness and talk about how your child can practice it in everyday life.
💌 Kindness jar: Write down kind acts you’ve done or received and watch the jar fill up with positivity!
🌱 Help the planet: Teach kindness to nature by planting flowers or picking up litter together.

Remember, kindness is contagious—when we show it, our children learn to spread it. 💖 Let’s inspire them to make kindness their superpower!

11/11/2025

🌟 All about dental X-rays! 🌟

Did you know that X-rays were discovered by accident? On this day in 1895, German physicist Wilhelm Roentgen stumbled upon this groundbreaking technology, forever changing the way we see inside the human body.

At Intercare, we use dental X-rays as a vital tool to ensure your child’s oral health is in tip-top shape. These images go beyond what the dentist can see during a routine checkup, helping dentists detect and prevent issues early on.

Here’s how dental X-rays help protect your child’s smile:
✅ Spot cavities before they cause pain or damage.
✅ Find impacted teeth (like wisdom teeth) hiding below the surface.
✅ Monitor permanent teeth development to ensure everything grows as it should.
✅ Identify abscesses, cysts, or tumours for early intervention.
✅ Detect bone damage or loss to address concerns promptly.

Radiology isn’t just about accurately diagnosing problems — it’s about prevention, precision, and creating healthier smiles for the future.

Let’s celebrate the incredible role radiography plays in keeping your family healthy! 🦷✨

At Intercare Medical and Dental Centres, we bring healthcare convenience to you by offering a wide range of services under one roof. From general practitioners, dentists, and radiology to physiotherapists, psychologists, and pharmacies. We’re your trusted one-stop health and wellness destination.

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10/11/2025

🌟 Gearing up for exams? We’ve got you covered! 🌟

Exam season can be stressful for both kids and parents, but with the right support, it can be a positive and healthy experience for the whole family. Here are some tips to help your child feel confident and prepared:

1️⃣ Prioritise healthy habits: Make sure your child gets enough sleep, eats balanced meals, and stays active. A healthy body fuels a focused mind! 🥦💤🏃‍♂️

2️⃣ Create a study schedule: Help your child plan their study time with regular breaks and relaxation. Breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps makes studying less overwhelming—and don’t forget to celebrate their progress! 🎉📚

3️⃣ Set up a distraction-free zone: Provide a quiet, well-lit space for studying. No cellphones allowed! A good environment helps your child focus and absorb information better. Read more tips on creating a healthy study space on our Health Hub —https://healthhub.intercare.co.za/2020/04/06/creating-a-healthy-study-space/ 🖥️✨

4️⃣ Support their revision: Make revision fun by quizzing them with flashcards or testing their knowledge on key topics. Your encouragement can make all the difference! 🧠💡

5️⃣ Help manage stress: Teach your child relaxation techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness, or yoga. Positive affirmations can also boost their confidence and help them believe in their abilities. 🌈🧘‍♀️

Every child is unique, so tailor these tips to their needs and learning style. With your support and encouragement, they’ll be ready to tackle exams with confidence! 💪

29/10/2025

🧠 Move, Play, Thrive!

October is Mental Health Awareness Month, intending to educate people about mental health and reduce the stigma and discrimination that adults and children with mental illness often endure. We are well used to hearing about the health benefits of exercise and children. It keeps children fit, at a healthy weight, builds up strength and more.

💪 Did you know? Exercise isn't just about staying fit - it's brain food too! When kids get active, their bodies AND minds get stronger.

The magic numbers:
⭐ Kids need 60 minutes of active play daily
⭐ Mix fun cardio with strength-building activities
⭐ Include both structured sports and free play

While exercise can have significant mental health benefits for children, it should be incorporated into their routine in a fun and age-appropriate manner. Play, ride bikes, jump on the trampoline together with your child — whatever you can do to get your children — and you — moving, and make it fun, is going to be just right. This shows children that moving is fun, it makes them feel good, and it also strengthens our family bonds.

Active kids become active adults The habits they build today create the foundation for lifelong wellness.

If your child needs help, visit a mental health practitioner for professional support. Don’t let stigma prevent you from acting and seeking help for your child.

☎️ National LifeLine: 0861 322 322 or WhatsApp: 065 989 9238
☎️Cipla SADAG Mental Health Line: 0800 4567 789 or WhatsApp 076 88 22 775
☎️ Adcock Ingram Depression and Anxiety Helpline: 0800 708 090

22/10/2025

Let's talk about why this common belief needs updating. While attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is diagnosed more often in boys, the real story is more complex.

📊 The numbers:
• 1 in 10 boys are diagnosed with ADHD
• 1 in 30 girls receive a diagnosis
🔍 But here's what's really happening:

Girls often show different ADHD signs that can be easily missed. While boys might be more visible with:
• High energy levels
• Obvious restlessness
• Disruptive behaviour

Girls typically experience:
• Quiet inattentiveness
• Daydreaming
• Silent struggles with focus
• Less obvious signs that might go unnoticed

⚠️ Why this matters:
When ADHD signs are missed, girls might not get the support they need early enough. This can affect their learning, self-esteem, and overall development.

💡 Parents & teachers:
Watch for these subtle signs in all children, regardless of gender. Early identification means better support and better outcomes.

We debunk some common myths about ADHD in an article on our Health Hub. https://healthhub.intercare.co.za/2020/03/20/pay-attention-to-the-facts-of-adhd/

Need guidance? Our Intercare doctors are here to help your child thrive. Book a consultation today.

16/10/2025

🎒 Happy World Spine Day!

When we tell our kids to "sit up straight," it's more than just about appearance. Good posture in childhood builds the foundation for a healthy spine throughout life!

Learning proper body alignment early helps prevent chronic back pain and other issues as your child grows.

Smart backpack tips for healthy spines:
📏 Size matters! The backpack shouldn't be wider than your child's torso
🎯 Position it right - should sit between shoulder blades
✌️ Use BOTH shoulder straps - always!
⬆️ Adjust straps so the pack sits close to the back
⚖️ Keep weight under 10-15% of your child's body weight
📚 Pack heaviest items closest to the back
🔍 Check regularly for any signs of shoulder pain

More spine-friendly habits:
🪑 Check their posture during homework time
🏃‍♀️ Get them moving with fun exercises
😴 Support good sleep with a firm mattress
🍎 Pack calcium-rich foods in their lunchbox
📱 Limit screen time to prevent "tech neck"

Red flags to watch:
• Complaints about back pain
• Slouching or uneven shoulders
• Struggling with backpack weight
• Changes in posture

Healthy spines start young! If you have concerns about your child’s back health, consult your doctor.

Book a check-up: https://healthbeat.intercare.co.za/guest/create

09/10/2025

👀 Clear vision, bright future!

Did you know? A staggering 12 million children worldwide have visual impairments that could be improved with glasses. Even more surprising: 80% of what children learn comes through visual processing!

Why early eye tests are crucial:
• Vision directly impacts learning ability and your child's confidence in school and sports
• Early detection prevents long-term issues
• Regular checkups track eye development
• Comprehensive tests go beyond basic vision screening

Your child needs their first comprehensive eye exam at age 3. Don't wait for them to tell you there's a problem - many children assume everyone sees the way they do.

More than just seeing clearly:
A complete eye exam checks for:
✨ Visual acuity (that famous 20/20 vision!)
✨ Colour vision capabilities
✨ Focus and tracking abilities
✨ Eye coordination and movement

Regular eye tests are essential to ensure your child is seeing well. Early detection of vision issues like strabismus (crossed eyes) and near- and farsightedness can lead to effective treatment, helping your child thrive both academically and athletically. Simple vision screenings at school aren't enough. They might miss crucial aspects of eye health that only a comprehensive exam can detect.

Let's empower our kids with the gift of clear sight and the confidence to succeed! 🌟 Book their eye test today! https://healthbeat.intercare.co.za/guest/create

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07/10/2025

Be heart-wise and join us for a FREE on-demand Heart Health Webinar. You can gain heart-smart insights from our top experts, Dr Chris Moschides and Dr Thapelo Mamiala. They'll guide you through essential topics to keep your heart healthy and strong:

❤️ Understanding your heart's vital role
❤️ Identifying and managing risk factors
❤️ Heart-healthy nutrition
❤️ Effective exercise routines
❤️ Managing stress and sleep
❤️ The importance of regular check-ups
❤️ Common heart conditions

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn how to care for your heart.

Facebook: Click the link below to secure your spot today!
Instagram: Secure your spot today – https://healthhub.intercare.co.za/webinars/heart-health-webinar/

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