Dr. Nelson S. De Abreu

22/07/2025

From fussy eater, to the empowered healthy eater!

Here are a few practical tips to help encourage healthier eating.

21/07/2025

🎒👩‍⚕️ Back to School = Back to Fueling Young Minds! 🍎📚

As we gear up for the new school term, let's talk LUNCHBOX POWER! 💥
Healthy lunchboxes aren't just about food – they're about fueling focus, energy, and growth for your little legends! 🧠💪

👶👧👦 A balanced lunch = a happy, thriving child!

🥗✨ Here's your Lunchbox Super Six 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️:
1️⃣ Grains & Cereals – Wholegrain bread, wraps, crackers, or pasta
2️⃣ Fruit 🍌🍓 – Fresh is best! Chop it up for tiny hands
3️⃣ Veggies 🥕🥒 – Fun shapes + dips = snack-time fun
4️⃣ Dairy or Alternatives 🧀🥛 – Cheese, plain yoghurt or calcium-rich options
5️⃣ Lean Protein 🍗🥚 – Chicken, tuna, boiled eggs, or lentil patties
6️⃣ Water 💧 – The #1 thirst quencher! Freeze overnight to keep cool

🚫 Sometimes Foods? Keep sugary snacks, chips & sweets as occasional treats, not lunchbox regulars.

💡 Hot tip: Let your child help pack their lunch — it builds independence and encourages healthy habits! 🙌🎨

👩‍⚕️ As paediatricians and parents, we know healthy eating helps kids learn better, play harder, and grow stronger. 💖

🧃+🍏+🥪 = 🧠+🏃‍♂️+😄
Let's pack the fun and the nutrition this school term!

21/07/2025

Well rested and ready to go!

Dr. is back and will respond to all outstanding correspondence in the coming days!

Please contact the practice on 057 753 0322 for appointments or any outstanding requests.

18/07/2025

Sensory and messy play - a great, customized tool for therapy, but day to day play too! Giggles and Goo

Our first giveaway!🎨🎊
Box will be customized according to winner's preferred age group, gender and theme (e.g Dinosaurs, flowers, under the sea etc)

18/07/2025

Parental technology use in a child’s presence was negatively associated with poorer cognition, psychosocial outcomes, and screen time in children younger than 5 years. https://ja.ma/3GoCQSi

16/07/2025

It's not too late to get your child, immunised. Visit your nearest clinic today.

National Helpline 0800 012 322 or info@health.gov.za

15/07/2025

Children need two vaccine shots and a booster shot to protect them against measles - at 6 months, 12 months, and 6 years. But if your child has missed any of these shots,
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO CATCH UP!
Visit your nearest clinic or healthcare provider today.

"Immunisation for all humanly possible"

National Health Helpline 0800 012 322 or info@health.gov.za

12/07/2025

Welcome to the sign-up form for the upcoming Neurodiversity Training by the HEART Program! We’re excited to have you join us for this valuable learning experience. This training will cover essential topics to help you better understand and support neurodivergent individuals, including managing beh...

07/07/2025

Never did we imagine that at the end of January of this year, our perfect two-year-old child, Luciano, would complain of severe abdominal pain and ul...

07/07/2025

Following a challenging period of resilience and perseverance, Dr. will be taking some time to pause, reflect and recharge, ensuring Dr. may continue to deliver his best at all times for all his owlets.

The office will remain open throughout for the completion of administrative assistance you may require, and for booking appointments on Dr's return.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support, and for respecting this much needed quiet time.

03/07/2025

Recognize the symptoms.

If you or your child exhibits signs of measles, it is recommended that you notify the medical office in advance, if possible, before your visit to enable necessary precautions to prevent the spread of illness.

If you are uncertain about your child's vaccination status, including both state and additional vaccinations, schedule a consultation with us for a comprehensive assessment and clinical evaluation.

Book your appointment today by calling 057 753 0322 or email reception@mypaediatrician-welkom.co.za

Prevention starts with you

03/07/2025

With close to 70 cases, this is a reminder to ensure all immunizations are up to date, and if not, to head to your nearest clinic to ensure that we not only protect your little one, but our community at large. You can help prevent, instead of the need to treat.

The Free State Department of Health confirmed a measles outbreak on Tuesday (2/7), affecting four municipalities.A total of 64 cases were confirmed in the following areas: 38 in Matjhabeng, ...