Understand Children And Their Nutritional Needs Better - For Teachers And Parents

Educational Webinar

At EduMove Academy, we understand the importance of continuous learning and professional development for educators and parents. Our platform, connected to the Kwanda Kinetics Child Development And Therapy Centre, is designed to provide high-quality educational content at an affordable price.

Although you are purchasing this webinar via EduMove Academy, this educational webinar is hosted on EduPro Online and is accredited by the Health Professions Council of South Africa as well as the South African Institute for Kinderkinetics. By purchasing this webinar via EduMove Academy, you get it at a significantly reduced rate to extend your knowledge on an important aspect of childhood development.

If you are interested, you can earn a certificate of completion after submitting an online questionnaire. It's as easy as 1, 2, 3! Enjoy!

This educational webinar covers the following topics:

  • When to introduce a baby to solid food
  • Reasons why solid food should only be introduced in a certain time period
  • The physiological and physical trait marks indicating that a baby is ready for solid food
  • Baby-led Weaning or BLISS
  • Sensory difficulties and picky eating
  • When to introduce textured food to a baby
  • How to introduce new food to a baby
  • Allergens
  • Nutrition and obesity
  • Guidelines and strategies for obesity
  • The type of drinks best suited for children (you will be surprised!)
  • Lunchbox ideas for preschoolers
  • Iron deficiency in children
  • Supplements and vitamins


Frequently Asked Questions


Is this webinar accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited with SAPIK as well as with the HPCSA.
How long do I have access to the educational webinar?
This educational webinar is completely self-paced and you can view all content related to this webinar whenever you choose. Thus, you have LIFELONG access for as long as the company exists.
Do I get a certificate?
Absolutely, yes! Just follow the prompts inside this webinar. Enjoy being rewarded for learning something new and valuable that will help you change a child's life!
Can I receive CPD points / units for this webinar?
Yes, if you are a pediatric professional rather than a teacher or parent, you can receive CPD points units if you are registered with either the HPCSA or SAPIK. However, in order to qualify for professional CPD points, you will need to purchase and watch the webinar intended for professionals. Please take note that you will NOT be able to claim CPD points if you have purchased this webinar as the certificate for this course clearly states that it is intended for teachers and parents.

Your Instructor


Zelda Ackerman & Marené Jooste
Zelda Ackerman & Marené Jooste

Zelda Ackerman, Dietician, completed her BDietetics degree at the University of Pretoria in 2002. She has extensive experience in pediatric nutrition in both public and private sectors. She has her own practice called from Family 1st Nutrition.

Marené Jooste is a Kinderkineticist with a Masters Degree in the neuro-sensory-motor development of children. She has been in private practice for almost 20 years and has a special interest in neuro-diverse children with neuro-motor difficulties including but not limited to autism, ADHD and DCD. She is the owner and founder of Kwanda Kinetics Child Development And Therapy Centre.

Both professionals have children of their own and continue to learn from them on a daily basis. They have been featured on various radio stations and have written for well-known magazines like the Huisgenoot, Babies and Beyond and "Baba en Kleuter".


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