This month has been full of new adventures and experiences! From museum visits to fun outings at the park, our little ones continue to grow strong and healthy—thank God. We’re so grateful to be able to provide them with new opportunities to learn, explore, and grow each day.
Baby P's vocabulary continues to grow as he learns new words and phrases. He loves calling out to his aunties again and again and often runs over to give big, enthusiastic hugs.
Baby P. thrives on being around people and can feel a bit sad when he thinks he’s missing out on the fun.
Mr. NJ continues to develop well and is beginning to show strong reasoning skills. We’ve noticed that when he’s asked to do something, he’ll often respond with a thoughtful “why,” showing that he’s really thinking things through.
He’s incredibly helpful and quick to care for others—whether it’s giving a sad baby a gentle pat on the back or offering a quick “sorry!” He loves dancing, singing, and spending time reading books.
Baby T is such a happy little guy—we can hardly believe he’s already 6 months old! He’s developing really well, now rolling, scooting, and sitting. He’s very curious and loves exploring everything around him.
One of his favorite things is watching people closely, often with the most adorably curious expression.
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Baby S is generally a very content little one. He’s quick to smile and loves being snuggled.
He continues to develop well, and as a premie, he’s doing especially great.
He’s also becoming more vocal and enjoys “chatting” away to himself.
Mr. P is growing in confidence and becoming more expressive with his thoughts. At times, he still needs a bit of extra encouragement to tackle challenging tasks, but he’s making great progress.
He loves his little guitar (“gootar”) and has a real passion for music. He’s also very affectionate, quick to offer hugs, and has a wonderfully silly side that brings lots of joy.
He has built such sweet relationships with the other boys, and we’re happy to share that he’s been having far fewer tantrums—praise the Lord!
In the coming month, we plan to keep reading with him, looking for learning opportunities throughout the day, and giving him chances to experience new things outside the home. This past month, he especially enjoyed trips to the park, the zoo, and a few fun play areas.
Mr. K: Bright, Bold, and Fun
Mr. K has been having a bit of a tough time lately. With Mr. L away at school for most of the day, it’s been a big adjustment for him. He’s been feeling sad and is still learning how to express and communicate those emotions.
We’re currently looking for a school for him, and we’d really appreciate your prayers that the Lord would provide the right place at the right time.
Despite these challenges, he continues to be a wonderful help around the house and brings so much joy—he loves making the other kids and caregivers laugh. He’s such a bright and clever boy who enjoys learning and thrives on a good challenge. In the coming month, we plan to keep reading with him, finding learning opportunities throughout the day, and giving him chances to explore new experiences outside the home. This past month, he loved spending time at the park, and we were so encouraged to see him much less fearful at the zoo this year. He’s also making great progress in learning to regulate himself in situations that feel scary.
Mr. L is growing and developing so well, and it’s been wonderful to see how much progress he’s made since starting school. He’s now initiating conversations more often, which has been such a joy to watch.
Physically, he’s made great strides too. He participates in kids’ aerobics at school, which has really helped strengthen his muscles, and he’s enjoying being active and playing much more than before.
After school, he can still struggle with tantrums, which can be challenging after a long day for both him and his caregivers. We would really appreciate your prayers for grace and strength as we support him through these moments.
Mr. N is getting so big! He’s becoming much more articulate, and it’s now much easier to understand what he’s saying. His vocabulary has grown a lot, which has been really encouraging to see. Lately, he’s been having quite a few tantrums, which has made for some long days filled with time-outs. We’d really appreciate your prayers for consistency and patience as we guide him through this.
On a positive note, he’s eating well and continues to attend speech and occupational therapy once a week—he really enjoys these sessions. In the coming month, we’ll keep looking for everyday opportunities to help him learn his colors, days of the week, shapes, and numbers.
Lady L is growing and developing really well, and it’s been such a blessing to have her in a school that intentionally supports her growth in so many different ways. We’ve seen great progress—she’s talking more and interacting much better with the other children, which has been so encouraging.
She’s also now caught up on most of her immunisations. This was a big project for us, as she arrived without any, so we’re incredibly grateful for the kind and supportive nurse who helped make this possible.
That said, she still struggles with frequent tantrums and lots of screaming. We’re working hard to stay consistent with time-outs and addressing inappropriate behavior. Please keep us in your prayers—that we would remain patient and consistent, even on the really tough days.
Lady N is continuing to grow and develop, and it’s been so sweet to watch her interactions with others. She’s been practicing her walking with more confidence and joy, and she still loves being held close.
She will continue attending therapy twice a week, which has been incredibly helpful in guiding us on how to best support her at home. We’ve also been encouraged to see her engaging with toys more appropriately lately—such a great step forward!
MUPHAMUZI BABY HOME
Prayer Requests:
- That we would continue to love one another and care deeply for the babies.
- For good health, especially with colds and flu going around
- For strength and perseverance to remain faithful in our work during this busy and exhausting season.
- That we would keep our eyes fixed on Jesus and live humbly and sacrificially, following His example.
ATLARELA BABY HOME
Prayer Requests:
- Please pray that the Lord would provide godly, loving homes for all our children.
- Pray that He would give the team of ladies caring for these children renewed strength each day, as the work is long and sometimes very challenging.
- Please pray for unity and harmony among the team.
- Pray for financial provision to sustain the ministry.
- Pray that we would find creative and practical ways to engage the children and keep them happily occupied throughout the day.
- Pray that we would love these children well and shepherd their hearts wisely, especially as they begin asking more questions about their forever homes.