Prana Kids Paediatrics

12/01/2026

SAHPRA
South African
Health Products
Regulatory Authority
MEDIA RELEASE

Warning: Selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products for children

South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has been made aware of products in the market containing Zinc picolinate (as a source material for zinc) and/or Selenium intended for use in children.
Both of these ingredients have been identified in the Guidance (SAHPRA Guideline 7.04 / SAHPGL-PEM-COMP-04 v5 CM SE Health Supplements) issued by SAHPRA as not permitted in health supplements for children (persons under the age of 18).

The safety concerns related to children are as follows:

1. Zinc picolinate, at any supplemental dose, can cause side effects which include indigestion, diarrhea, headache, nausea, and vomiting. As the bio-availability of Zn from Zn-picolinate is variable due to multiple factors, the risk of side effects may be higher and unpredictable, and it is unsuitable as a source of elemental zinc supplementation in children; and
2. Selenium, when supplemented to children, represents a safety concern considering the potential differences in selenium daily intake between different population groups. While selenium intake is a viable requirement for children in areas of famine or dietary restriction, the potential adverse effects of selenium overdose are of concern when provided in general supplements/medicines intended for children.

Important Exclusions (Products to Avoid)

To ensure you do not accidentally purchase the wrong variation, note that the following common products do contain the ingredients you wish to avoid:

• Zinplex Junior Syrup (Standard/Cream Soda/D3): Contains both Zinc Picolinate and
Selenium.

• Biogen Junior Zinc-mune Syrup: Contains both Zinc Picolinate and Selenium.

• Zinplex Zinc Dispersible Tablets: These contain Zinc Picolinate.



Thank you for updates of what’s available and Paediatric references 🙏

05/01/2026

Happy New Year 🩷🩷🩷
It is our pleasure to introduce to the practice, Paediatrician - Dr Chiara Sewnarain. Dr Chiara will be stepping in and taking care of you and your little ones while Dr Natasha Padayachee-Govender is on maternity leave.

You and your family will continue to be supported by familiar faces - Sister Lisa Park and Kirstey.

We are here for you and will do our best to transition care smoothly and efficiently.

Please call or email for more information and bookings.

🏥Suite C 29
Life Fourways Hospital
☎️ 011 875 1854
📧 DrNatashaGovender@gmail.com

15/12/2025

So grateful for the most amazing surprise visit from the incredible Such a blessing to take care of your two amazing boys. Thank you for the love and blessings.
You are incredible!

10/12/2025

We are so grateful for the amazing love, support, care and incredible surprise Baby shower. Thank you for organizing a wonderful celebration. Lots of love and gratitude to all for their incredible kindness and love. Thank You 🩵♥️🩷🙏🪬🧿

15/05/2025

Did you do Kangaroo Care (Skin to Skin) with your Baby ? ♥️

Benifits
IMPROVED SLEEP QUALITY:
Kangaroo care helps babies fall into a longer period of restful, deep sleep - essential for brain development.
REGULATED BODY TEMP:
Thermoregulation occurs during skin-to-skin contact as the mother’s body temperature naturally adjusts to warm baby up or cool him down, depending on his needs.
STABILIZED VITAL SIGNS:
Baby’s heart rate stabilizes, breathing patterns normalize and oxygen saturation levels improve during skin-to-skin contact.

11/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day
To the mother who is new, who is up and down all night.
To the mother whose heart is full, but with empty rooms now.
To the mother who cried today, and wonders if she is enough.
To the exhausted mother who doesn’t know how to answer,
“what did you do all day?’
To the mother who stays at home.
To the mother who works and juggles so many balls.
To the mother who stares at her child in awe, who still can’t believe.
To the mother currently tearing her hair out.
To the mothers who are no longer with us, but always will be.
To the mothers who lift each other up.
To the bonus mothers.
To the mothers who show up every day.
To the mothers waiting to become mothers.
To you.
Place value on the work you do.
When the days feel difficult, that’s because they are.
This is the hardest, yet most rewarding job in the world.
You are not just a person.
You’re a place.
You are someone’s home.
You are a mother.
Happy Mother’s Day
Jessica Wolichs
(every day).

02/03/2025

6 key steps for keeping baby teeth cavity-free
* Even before your baby’s first teeth break through, gently wipe gums with a damp cloth or gauze pad after meals.
* As soon as baby teeth appear, gently brush them twice daily with a small, soft-bristled brush and a little fluoride toothpaste (about the size of a grain of rice). You’ll need to brush your child’s teeth at first, gradually helping them learn how to brush as they grow.
* Once your child has two teeth that touch, use a strand of dental floss to clean in between. This helps remove leftover food between teeth and under gums.
* Between ages 3 and 6, teach your child how to brush and floss. Supervise to make sure they reach all their teeth, all sides (front, top and back). Just like adults, kids should brush twice daily for at least two minutes each time, using a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Brushing in the morning and evening is usually best. Special picks or pre-threaded flossing tools can make flossing easier for little hands.
* Make sure your child drinks plenty of plain water. In most communities, water supplies have added fluoride to prevent tooth decay.
* Watch your child’s diet carefully. Cavity-causing bacteria feed on sugary foods and drinks, including ones you might think are healthy, such as fruit juice, baked goods and cereal bars made with honey or molasses.

07/02/2025

Rest In Peace beloved Dr Mehnaaz Ally. Our hearts are broken and we are deeply saddened by your sudden passing.

A kind friend, fellow registrar during our training and a beautiful soul who always went beyond in helping all children and their families.
Dr Mehnaaz was an incredible, beautiful soul. She loved and cared for all. We all will treasure you and the amazing work and care you provided so many children and loved ones. We love and miss you.

May you rest in peace sweet Mehnaaz 🙏♥️ 🕊️

05/02/2025

Today is 📖
What’s your favourite book to read aloud with your little ones ? ♥️📖🤗

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Great tips on how to play with and stimulate your 9 month old baby.