Arné Naudé Dietitian & Lactation consultant

Good to have professional support and continuous development is key.

Such an great 'recipe' and something that I firmly believe is the success to breastfeeding.

Thank you South African Certified Lactation Consultants for this great learning opportunity.

Book your spot now!

Parents, are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of introducing solids to your little one? Join us for a supportive and empowering workshop with Arné Naudé! Learn about the Introduction of Solids & Breastfeeding and feel confident in your parenting journey.

In this workshop, you'll gain valuable insights into the introduction of solids from Arné Naudé, a trusted expert in the field. Discover essential tips, techniques, and strategies to ensure a smooth transition for you and your baby.

Date & Time: Thursday, April 4, 19:00-20:00
Location: Online
Cost: R200 per person or R300 per couple
Contact: Arné at 079 501 6925

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your parenting skills and nurture your child's development. Book your spot now!

Each week, I will carefully choose a topic related to motherhood and breastfeeding, addressing the real challenges that mothers face.

I'll provide evidence-based information and offer solutions to help navigate these obstacles effectively. Stay tuned, and feel free to participate and share your thoughts as we explore these important topics together.

We will start our discussions with a topic that is often shrouded in silence and frequently disregarded—postnatal depression.

Need someone to take your hand on this new or not-so-new breastfeeding journey?

✔️Someone to help you prepare?
✔️Someone to help advocate for you?
✔️Someone to give you the best evidence-based information to make an informed choice?
✔️Someone to be your support and give you information on everything breastfeeding-related?
✔️Someone to cheer you on in the most difficult days?
✔️Someone to troubleshoot and find solutions?

Find a qualified lactation consultant in your area to walk this path with you. They can make a world of difference, navigating the rocky parts and rejoicing in every triumph.

If you are located in Potchefstroom or surrounding areas, it will be my privilege to be that someone.
Get in touch.

THIS MILK IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INFANT FEEDING

My little one is almost 4months old, and from early on we have identified that she is allergic to cows milk protein. This causes gastrointestinal symptoms such as mucous in her nappies along with other.

I now use cows milk protein alternative milk options for coffee and cooking.
My favorite is: Macadamia milk from
Now I can still enjoy my coffee and my little can grow optimal with breastmilk.

For breastfeeding advice and allergies ask your health care professional for help or contact a Dietitian.

This is still a favorite in our house! One of the biggest challenges for me with packing a lunchbox is what to put on the sandwiches.
Because it must still be healthy and without excessive sugar and salt, and protein is a plus.
I then found the perfect alternative to chocolate spread. Macadamia Cocoa Nut Butter from
High in protein and preservatives free, and the kids love it.

It is a now a lunchbox favorite on a slice of brown bread or a teaspoon full after a swim in this heat. Even my little one with cow’s milk protein allergy can now also enjoy chocolate on his bread.

For more information on this amazing proudly South African product, visit the website below

Your product and services has always been amazing.
Ps Happy 10th Birthday, may there be many more.

Excited for this workshop!
Contact me to make a booking: ONLINE options available.
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Remember to book your spot for Arné Naudé's Breastfeeding workshop. Arné, a lactation consultant, will cover essential topics including skin-to-skin contact, milk physiology, positioning, latch, overcoming challenges, and hunger signs. Gain confidence in your breastfeeding journey. Reserve your spot now for our workshop on Thursday, 7 March, 17:30-18:30. Contact Arné at 079 501 6925. Let's nurture our little ones together! 🌟🤱💕

Unlock the power of breastfeeding with Arné Naudé! Join us for an exceptional workshop where Arné, a lactation consultant, will cover essential topics including skin-to-skin contact, milk physiology, positioning, latch, overcoming challenges, and hunger signs. Gain confidence in your breastfeeding journey. Reserve your spot now for our workshop on Thursday, 7 March, 17:30-18:30. Contact Arné at 079 501 6925. Let's nurture our little ones together! 🌟🤱💕

Hey there!

I've been out of the office for a while – taking care and breastfeeding the new addition to our family.

I'm ready to jump back into supporting moms and babies starting February 1, 2024. With even more compassion for the journey of motherhood.

Super excited for the first Breastfeeding Workshop on March 7, 2024, at Rachem Wellness.

Need a spot or know someone who does?

Feel free to contact me. This year I will also host online workshops; breastfeeding and introduction of solids.

Looking forward to connecting with new families in the coming year.

Arné

This week, as we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, the theme "Let's make breastfeeding and work, work!" brings attention to the critical issue faced by many working mothers who want to continue breastfeeding after returning to work.

Breastfeeding is undoubtedly the best way to nourish infants, providing them with essential nutrients and antibodies for optimal growth and development. We set out to inform and educate those in our midst on ways to overcome these barriers.

By working together, we can ensure that breastfeeding and work truly can work hand in hand for the benefit of all.

Thank you to all the dads that also came for support, you are of immense value to the breastfeeding dyad.

It is World breastfeeding week!
Come and unlock the power of breastfeeding with Arné Naudé! Join us for an exceptional workshop where Arné, a lactation consultant, will cover essential topics including skin-to-skin contact, milk physiology, positioning, latch, overcoming challenges, and hunger signs. Gain confidence on your breastfeeding journey. Reserve your spot now for our workshop on Thursday, 8 June, 17:30-19:30. Contact Arné at 079 501 6925. Let's nurture our little ones together! 🌟🤱💕

Join in this opportunity, I will be part of the Antenatal class (breastfeeding)with Midwife Moniqué Bekker.

Gain valuable insight and information on caring for your newborn baby and earn 2000 points.

At Rachem Wellness, we care about your health and wellbeing. That's why we're excited to announce our upcoming Vitality Wellness Check event on 21 April 2023 from 11:00 - 17:00. Join us for a day of various medical checkups where you can earn Discovery Vitality points while taking care of your health. Remember to book your space before 19 April 2023 by calling 060 895 4916 / 018 175 0090 or emailing [email protected]. Please note that you will be responsible for your account if Discovery medical aid does not reimburse. We hope to see you there and support you in your journey towards a healthier life.

I am convinced that I have the best job ever, helping moms and babies breastfeed and thrive. I can never get use to the feeling of pure bliss and satisfaction when these small humans breastfeed and gain weight like stars.

Each day holds new challenges, but it also comes with so much reward.

Thank you Christelle Rademeyer, I enjoyed each moment of this journey with you. You are strong and courageous and Roald is loved by the best mom!

Photo at: Rachem Wellness Healthcare Practitioners
With permission to post.

Attention all new moms, existing moms, and mom's partners! We invite you to join us for a comprehensive and informative workshop on the topic of breastfeeding, led by the knowledgeable Arné Naudé. This workshop is designed to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips on how to ensure a positive and successful breastfeeding experience for you and your baby.

During the workshop, we will cover a range of essential topics, including skin-to-skin contact, milk physiology, positioning, latching, challenges in the early days, and hunger and satiety signs. Arné Naudé is a qualified lactation consultant and will be available to answer any questions you may have, so you can feel confident and prepared when it comes to breastfeeding your baby.

Breastfeeding can be a wonderful and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging, especially in the early days. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to overcome any obstacles and make the most of this special time with your baby.

Please book your spot for Thursday, April 6th from 17:30-19:30 by calling 079 501 6925. We look forward to seeing you there!

You are invited.

Excited to share and talk about breastfeeding.

Attention all new moms, existing moms, and mom's partners! We invite you to join us for a comprehensive and informative workshop on the topic of breastfeeding, led by the knowledgeable Arné Naudé. This workshop is designed to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips on how to ensure a positive and successful breastfeeding experience for you and your baby.

During the workshop, we will cover a range of essential topics, including skin-to-skin contact, milk physiology, positioning, latching, challenges in the early days, and hunger and satiety signs. Arné Naudé is a qualified lactation consultant and will be available to answer any questions you may have, so you can feel confident and prepared when it comes to breastfeeding your baby.

Breastfeeding can be a wonderful and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging, especially in the early days. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to overcome any obstacles and make the most of this special time with your baby.

Please book your spot for Thursday, March 9th from 17:30-19:30 by calling 079 501 6925. We look forward to seeing you there!

Breastfeeding should never be painful, it is possible to feel discomfort and initially feel a tug at the breast.

There should not be pain, pinch and never painful sores on the ni***es. The main reason is that the baby is not attached to the ni**le, as seen in the picture, but rather takes a deep latch on the ar**la. The ni**le is free to move and then squeeze the milk from the breast when pushed against the hard plate inside the mouth.

Breastfeeding should not be painful, and mothers should never have to push through pain, make sure to get help we you need it.

Picture from UpToDate®

At first I thought not to share a very challenging event that changed our family's lifestyle and dietary choices, but then I realised how my heart is crying out for children with the same symptoms but without the knowledge and help that they need.

So here is how our story goes...
I have a 3 year old daughter, who, even in the womb, was busy, kicked a lot and is still today, strong willed.

As a Dietitian in profession I kept sugary treats away as far as possible and made sure that she loved vegetables and fruits.
But when she went to pre-school at 18 months I lost a bit of control over what she ate. I still packed healthy snacks and food, but not all the friends had these, and soon she was exposed to more and more sweets and sugary drinks (which I did not approve of). This was the beginning of a very difficult road. When there was a birthday party at school the teacher at least sent the packets home so that I could choose what I wanted to give to her.
One big mistake that I made, was to always opt for jellies and softer, coloured sweets.
I did not then have the understanding of the effect of colourants in children's' diets.

After she turned two I could see a drastic change in her behaviour. I ascribed it to her age and the typical tantrums that went with it, but it became unbearable. She was constantly irritated, threw tantrums, was over emotional and asked for sweets every day and then put up heavy fights when I refused or didn't have. The whole year looked like this and caused so much anxiety and emotional stress in our home. I didn't know how other parents dealt with it.

I slowly started to realize a pattern...every time she had sugary treats with food colourants, the outbursts would start. So I reached out to the school and asked on numerous occasions to keep sweets away from her. But it was a losing battle. I then contacted every pre-school in town to hear what their policy was about sweets at school or in lunchboxes. There were only a few schools that only allowed healthy snacks, no sweets and only water.
We decided to move her and within a week we had a completely different child.

I was even more determined to find out what exactly caused her behavioural changes. The main differences at the new school was that they played outside most of the day, they didn't watch any TV at school and never gave any sweets. Everything went well until the first Friday which was a 'snoepie' day. When I fetched her that afternoon she was irritable and her emotions were everywhere. The next week I replaced her 'snoepie' with colourant free sweets (a chocolate and white marshmallows) and the symptoms didn't re-occur.

Our lives has drastically changed for the better and I witness the difference every single day. Even her concentration span was longer and she could sit and build a puzzle which she could never do before. The moment she is given colourants she has a reaction to it. I have tested it numerous times, and I also experimented with natural colorants, to which she doesn't have a reaction.

This is definitely not applicable to all children but I want to share this information for the parents out there that see the same symptoms and have the same frustrations but don't know how to help. We now have a colourant free and mostly emotional free home (because she is still a normal 3 year old).

I will share more on natural vs synthetic colourants in a post to follow, as well as how to make better choices.

Photo credit: Creator: Ilka-Erika Szasz-Fabian
Getty Images/iStockphoto

Come learn about Introduction of Solids & Breastfeeding and feel confident in your parenting journey.

Join us on the 2nd March & 9th March, 17:30-19:30.

R200 pp or R300 per couple. Book now! Contact Arné on 079 501 6925

First Breastfeeding workshop for the year done and dusted ♥️✔️

Shout out to the beautiful ladies who attended the worskhop. Excited to be a part of your journey!!

At Rachem Wellness, we understand the importance of a holistic approach to your health and wellbeing. Our practitioners are dedicated to supporting you in your physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness
To book an appointment with one of our skilled providers, please give us a call at 018 175 0090 | 082 609 4971.
And if you have any questions or need additional information, don't hesitate to reach out to us via email at [email protected] or [email protected]. We're here to assist you.

Join Arné Naudé in an insightful NEW workshop about breastfeeding. This workshop is perfect for all new moms, existing moms and mom's partners.

This is the first of many workshops in 2023 and surely not one to be missed! Book your spot for 8 Feb @ 18:00 now 👉 079 501 6925.
Limited space left

Just quick update on services and my location-> Rachem Wellness Healthcare Practitioners

Exciting new things coming soon.

One of the biggest challenges with packing a lunchbox is what to put on the sandwiches.
Because it must still be healthy and without excessive sugar and salt.
I found the perfect alternative to chocolate spread. Macadamia Cocoa Nut Butter from ButtaNutt Tree Nut Spreads.
It is a new family favourite on a slice of brown bread or a teaspoon full after a swim in this heat. Even my little one with cow’s milk protein allergy can now also enjoy chocolate on his bread.
For more information on this amazing proudly South African product, visit the website below.

https://www.buttanutt.co.za/collections/wholesale/products/2x-cocoa-macadamia-1kgs

Enjoy!

Some useful advice: Utilize your benefits and request assistance and support.

It has been proven that having support makes it easier to continue exclusive breastfeeding. It is also preferable to seek assistance sooner rather than later.

Exciting news!!
The workshop will be showcased live on my YouTube channel as well, book your spot to recieve the link 🤍

Die werkswinkel sal ook regstreeks op my YouTube-kanaal vertoon word, bespreek jou plek om die skakel te ontvang 🤍

Join Arné Naudé in an insightful NEW workshop about breastfeeding. This workshop is perfect for all new moms, existing moms and mom's partners.

This is the first of many workshops in 2023 and surely not one to be missed! Book your spot for 2 Feb @ 18:00 now 👉 079 501 6925

📌Attention all Mommy's and Daddy's
I will be hosting a Breastfeeding Workshop Thursday 2 February 2023.

Every month there will be an opportunity to attend a Breastfeeding Workshop.

Don't forget to book (Arné 079 501 6925).
Limited space available!

Be smart about the treats added to lunchboxes!

What are the benefits of adding home-made muffins instead?
-More fiber, less sugar, and definitely the cost.
I did a quick comparison this morning. The Pre-mix bran muffins actually have more sugar than pre-packed Sponge cakes, but they do have fiber benefit. It is better to prepare muffins from scratch so that you know how much sugar and what type is added and that the muffins are full of fiber which has various benefits for your child.

Below is an easy healthy blueberry muffin recipe,(see link in comments) low in sugar and high in fiber and loved by kids.

INGREDIENTS
Nonstick cooking spray and/or 12 paper muffin liners
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted (may substitute canola oil)
⅓ cup pure maple syrup or honey
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
⅔ cup Vanilla or plain yogurt
1 egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats (can be blended)
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon fine salt
1 cup blueberries

*The added oats and blueberries are amazing fiber sources.
If time is your challenge, bake the muffins over weekends with your children.