Sr.Hettie Grove - Academy of Health Education

15/06/2026

Next week we are going to have a fun exercise and support class. Join us for fun, support and bring a friend.

12/06/2026

Cervical Cancer Awareness Drive | Invitation

You are invited to take part in our Cervical Cancer Awareness Drive at Life Springs Parkland Hospital.

Saturday, 20 June 2026 from 09h00 at St Mary’s entrance, Life Springs Parkland Hospital, Achilles Road, Pollak Park

Space is limited. Book early to avoid disappointment. Scan the QR code or click the link https://forms.office.com/r/euSJfss2RN to secure your place before Monday, 15 June 2026.

Women aged 21 and older; Anyone due for a routine screening; Anyone who has never had a Pap smear should attend.

200 Pap smear screenings available; First 75 screenings free of charge; Reduced pricing for all remaining screenings on the day; Screenings performed by qualified professional nurses and gynaecologists in a private, safe and supportive environment.

For more information on Life Springs Parkland Hospital’s Specialists, facility and services, contact us on 011 812 4000, email [email protected] or visit our website on https://www.lifehealthcare.co.za/hospitals/gauteng/springs/life-springs-parkland-hospital/

09/06/2026

07/06/2026

We’re excited to let you know that 13 people learned lifesaving skills in yesterday’s CPR class. Thank you to Sr Heather Jepson for organising, and to Survival CPR and Sr. Mary-Anne Alves for teaching these important skills. The class covered CPR, choking, and other first-aid techniques. Because so many people are interested, please watch this page and the clinic bulletin for updates about the next session. Everyone is welcome, not just clinic patients. fans

06/06/2026

A baby’s feet are more than tiny, adorable limbs. They are powerful sensory tools that help the brain develop balance, awareness, and coordination. When babies move barefoot, thousands of nerve endings send signals that strengthen pathways needed for movement and emotional regulation.

Covering their feet all day blocks these sensory messages. Socks, shoes, and slippers reduce the textures, temperatures, and pressure changes babies rely on to understand their environment. Without this input, the nervous system receives less information, and the brain loses opportunities to build essential early connections.

Barefoot time also supports motor development. Babies learn how to curl their toes, grip the floor, and shift weight naturally. These actions strengthen the arches, ankles, and core muscles. When their feet stay wrapped, they miss moments that support stability and confidence once walking begins.

Parents often keep feet covered for warmth or habit, not realizing how limited sensory input becomes. Even short periods of barefoot play can reset this balance. Letting babies explore safe surfaces with bare feet wakes up their nervous system and encourages deeper engagement.

A baby’s brain grows through movement and sensation. Protecting warmth is important, but protecting sensory learning is equally vital. Bare feet help the brain do the work it was designed to do.

23/05/2026

Another class done and dusted! What a privilege. Such an awesome interactive group! Thank you for attending

23/05/2026

So opgewonde! Sien so uit !

20/05/2026

🐝✨ World Bee Day – 20 May ✨🐝

Have you ever noticed the sound of a bee?
That soft buzzing… small, but always there.

👂 Just like your hearing.

Bees create a buzz between 200–250 Hz, and while it may seem tiny, it’s an important reminder — the smallest sounds matter.

If you’re experiencing ringing, buzzing, or hissing in your ears, it could be a sign of tinnitus. Don’t ignore it — we’re here to help.

📍 Nigel: Angelo Mall, C/O Heidelberg Road & Stasie Road, Nigel
📍 Springs: 8 Tugela Avenue, Pietersfield, Springs
📞 011 568 0488
✉️ [email protected]

💛 Protect your hearing so you don’t miss the sounds that matter most.

20/05/2026

Raising little ones in a technologically driven society is tricky. As parents, we often find ourselves wondering: how much is too much, and what is it really doing to our kids?
​Join Clinical Psychologist and mother of two, Linda Sterkenburg, for an empowering online parenting webinar.
​In this session, Linda combines professional expertise with real-world parenting experience to unpack how screen time directly shapes early development.
​What We Will Cover:
​Socio-Emotional Development: Understanding how digital habits affect emotional regulation, behavior, and social skills.
​Cognitive Growth & Academics: The link between screen time, attention spans, and long-term academic performance.
​Practical Tools & Resources: Concrete, realistic strategies to set healthy digital boundaries without the daily battles.
​The goal isn't to banish technology entirely, but to equip you with the knowledge to navigate the digital landscape in a balanced way—ensuring true connection and healthy development still take center stage in your home.