Hope House in Pinetown is a place of safety for vulnerable children. Dedicated to recognising and providing for each child’s unique needs, Hope House offers a nurturing environment filled with empathy, compassion, and unconditional love. At Hope House, children are not only cared for but celebrated. The team works to ensure that every baby is…
South Africa is home to approximately 2.5 million vulnerable children, many of whom face abandonment, orphanhood, or uncertain futures. Baby Home Durban North offers a safe and nurturing environment for babies who have been abandoned, orphaned, or placed for adoption. Led by Bjorn and Jo Teunissen, Baby Home Durban North provides not only essential care…
A registered place of safety, HOLAH Baby Home and House for Special Needs Children cares for 18–24 children at any given time, including children with severe disabilities. They operate from three purpose-designed cottages: Over 150 children have found a safe haven at HOLAH since 2012. The care is trauma-informed and holistic, with a focus on…
El-Shammah Home is a Department of Social Development Gauteng-accredited child and youth care centre that accepts infants ages 0 to 18 months. The Home was formally launched on May 13, 2009, and is located at 5 Carnation Street, Primrose Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa. The home’s primary goal is to provide a safe haven for abandoned…
Sinakekele runs a transition home for abandoned and orphaned babies. They provide a safe and loving environment for the babies and toddlers whilst they await adoption, placement with a foster family or reunification with their biological families. They have up to 9 babies or toddlers at any time, and have dedicated, round the clock staff…
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Supplying disposable diapers to teenage mothers in South Africa during exam periods is a transformative intervention that addresses both immediate practical needs and broader educational goals. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of why this support matters: 1. The Time Burden of Childcare For teenage moms juggling parenting and schooling, daily tasks like washing cloth diapers or managing…
Here are the five largest diaper/diaper manufacturers globally, ranked by market share, revenue, and geographic influence, along with key reasons for their dominance: 1. Procter & Gamble (P&G) 2. Kimberly-Clark 3. Unicharm Corporation 4. Kao Corporation 5. Ontex Group Honorable Mentions: Key Factors for Dominance: These companies lead by balancing quality, cultural relevance, and sustainability trends—critical…
Causes, Prevention, Treatment, and Best Diaper Practices Diaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions affecting babies, with studies suggesting that up to 50% of infants experience it at least once. While it’s rarely serious, it can cause discomfort for your little one and concern for parents. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding diaper rash,…
Children living in South Africa, by orphan-hood status, 2020. Father dead, mother alive: 1,763,000 8,6%Both parents dead 620,000 3,0%Both parents alive 17,582,000 85,8%Mother dead, father alive 531,000 2,6%Source: Statistics South Africa (2021) General Household Survey 2020. Pretoria: Stats SA. Analysis by Katharine Hall, Children’s Institute, UCT. Orphaned childrenAn orphan is defined as a child under…
