Dr Indi Gwanya-UGqirha Wabantwana

11/03/2026

Today I was feeling child-like so I put a butterfly sticker on my cheek.
And took a couple of pictures infront of this Little Rainbow House that I share with my little friends🦄🌸🌧 🌈 🌞

03/03/2026

Share your story for Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. March is CP Awareness Month and we have four ways for you to increase awareness.

25/02/2026

with SidebySide

How long can you store expressed breastmilk for?

- Under normal room temperature, you can store expressed breastmilk for up to 8 hours.
- In the fridge, you can store expressed breastmilk for up to six days.
- In the deep freezer, you can store it for up to 3 months.
- In the deep freezer at (-18 degrees Celsius), you can store it between 3 to 6 months.

Some babies find it difficult to suckle at the breast after using a dummy. Bottles are also difficult to clean and may contain germs that can make your baby sick.

If you are HIV-positive, remember to always take your HIV or antiretroviral treatment. This makes breastfeeding safe if the virus is suppressed to lower than detectable level.

Breastfeeding mothers should eat a variety of foods including fruits and vegetables, iron-rich foods, and drink lots of water. While breastfeeding, it is advisable not to drink alcohol or smoke.

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19/02/2026

with SidebySide 💛The road to health Road to Health booklet is an important resource that can answer many of the questions you might have mommy. Please use it.

🏥The booklet has important information on breastfeeding, immunisation, how to protect your baby from disease and injury, how to monitor your baby’s development, danger signs you should look out for when baby is sick.

📄The booklet also contains important toll-free helplines that you can call when you or baby are in danger.

⚠️Remember, even if you lose the booklet you can always go back to the clinic and ask for a new one.

09/02/2026

17/11/2025

17/11/2025

Today we celebrate World prematurity Day to raise awareness of the challenges and impact of preterm birth in our communities.
We celebrate the resilience and fighting spirit of the premmies.
We remember the little angels who did not survive.

19/10/2025

Asthma Myths Asthma is a long term illness of the lungs that causes the airways to become inflamed and produce lots of mucus. Viral infections, cold air, allergens, exercise, and smoke make the airways “twitchy”; they close easily causing asthma attacks with coughing, wheezing and shortness of b...

21/08/2025

Act fast if your child has diarrhoea (a runny tummy)
Diarrhoea is one of the top reasons young children end up in hospital — but you can act quickly to keep your little one safe.

🍼 If your baby has diarrhoea, start giving sugar-salt solution (SSS) right away to prevent dehydration.
🗣️ If your child has difficulty swallowing (like choking, spillage, or a wet-sounding voice), visit your clinic for help with an alternative feeding method.

⚠️ Danger signs to watch for:
– Sunken eyes
– Dry mouth
– Fast breathing
– No tears when crying
– Very sleepy or difficult to wake
– Not wanting to breastfeed or drink

👉 If you notice any of these, take your baby to the clinic or hospital immediately. Don’t wait.

Learn how to make an SSS and spot early warning signs — it could save a life.

02/07/2025

Dr Indi Gwanya, a Paediatrician, has a passion for community paediatrics. She puts particular emphasis on prevention of childhood illnesses at primary healthcare level through education and awareness. Additionally, Dr Gwanya enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team to achieve best outcomes for patients. For more information on our paediatricians, click here https://bit.ly/3qBZHM6 or contact us on 0458084500.