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Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist

Laurel Pretorius brings nearly three decades of versatile writing experience across various industries and platforms. With a Journalism accolade, she excelled in her field and contributed significantly to the entertainment, lifestyle, and arts & culture sectors through print, radio, and television. Specialising in crafting stylish marketing content for online platforms, including websites, social media posts, and blogs, Laurel continues to deliver well-crafted editorial pieces to esteemed publications such as BabyYumYum.com.

  • Lifestyle

    3 Tips for a Sane and Stress-Free Holiday Season

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist December 18, 2025
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist December 18, 2025

    3 Tips for a Sane and Stress-Free Holiday Season offers simple ways to reduce …

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  • Baby FeedingBabies

    Your Ultimate Guide to Bottle Sterilisation

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist May 26, 2025
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist May 26, 2025

    Today’s parents have a wide range of sterilisation options – from sensible old-fashioned boiling …

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  • Lifestyle

    Get outdoors and active with your family this summer

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist December 14, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist December 14, 2024

    Make this summer unforgettable by getting outdoors and active with your family. From hikes …

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  • Health & WellnessIn The NewsYour Health

    South Africa’s Food Poisoning Crisis: What You Need to Know

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist November 27, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist November 27, 2024

    Stay informed about South Africa’s food poisoning crisis. Discover practical tips to avoid contamination …

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  • Digital ParentingParenting

    Digital Parenting: How to Filter and Protect Kids Online

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 31, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 31, 2024

    Parenting in the digital age requires filtering and protection strategies. Discover how to create …

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  • Parenting

    Nurturing a good work ethic in our kids

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 17, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 17, 2024

    Teaching our children to have a strong and good work ethic is showing them …

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  • Digital ParentingTweens & Teens

    Pervasive Pornography: How Parents Can Protect Their Teens

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 9, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist October 9, 2024

    Pervasive pornography is a growing issue. Discover practical ways parents can protect their teens …

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  • Digital ParentingParentingSchool-Age Children

    First Phone for Your Child? Here’s What You Need to Know

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist August 30, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist August 30, 2024

    Getting your child their first phone? Discover essential tips and guidelines to ensure a …

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  • Pre-schoolersPreschooler BehaviourSchool-Age Children

    Teaching your child appropriate boundaries

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist August 16, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist August 16, 2024

    As a generation of “helicopter” parents, have we gone overboard teaching our children about …

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  • SocialTweens & Teens

    Slay the slang – a parent’s guide to teen talk

    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist July 13, 2024
    by Laurel Pretorius, Writer and Journalist July 13, 2024

    If you know what KPC means when your teen is texting, then you are …

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