Author: Tracey du Plessis


  • IS BREAST REALLY THE BEST?

    By Tracey-Lee Du Plessis It’s breastfeeding week and the topic “breastfeeding” is such an important one for me especially now more than ever being a first time mommy. Yes, I actually have some perspective. I love this picture… This picture reminds me of the absolute sacrifice, my tears, doubt and feelings of success and mostly,…

  • HYDROTHERAPY

    HYDROTHERAPY

    Are you ready to dive in, get your swim on? Pull out those board shorts and cozzies because things are about to get wet! Hydrotherapy/Aquatic physiotherapy is physiotherapy in warm water. As opposed to land-based therapy the buoyancy of the water unloads the weight of the body relieving stress on the joints and allowing freedom…

  • WHAT THE STROKE!?

    By Tracey-Lee Du Plessis Did you know that a 1 of 6 people die from cardiovascular disease bought on by a stroke? A stroke occurs when an artery in the brain becomes blocked. When an artery in the brain becomes blocked, it prevents blood supply to that area of the brain. The brain needs oxygen and…