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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Katie Price: defying odds and embracing motherhood again with IVF for baby number six

Katie Price shares her heartfelt journey towards motherhood as she reveals plans for a sixth child through IVF, despite facing significant challenges and setbacks.

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Baby babble to first words: unlocking the secrets of speech milestones with expert insights

As a parent, creating a warm, educational environment filled with opportunities for interaction, through storytelling, singing, or simply chatting, will help shape your child’s communication skills for a lifetime.

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Halle Bailey files for sole custody of Halo, citing abuse concerns against ex-boyfriend DDG

Halle Bailey has filed for sole custody of her son Halo, citing concerns over her ex-boyfriend DDG's behaviour and a history of abuse.

Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Watch VideoLighthouse parenting: navigating the stormy seas of modern child-rearing

Lighthouse parenting aligns closely with authoritative parenting but places a stronger focus on empowering children to face their own challenges.

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Lights, camera, baby! Simoné Pretorius welcomes her third child with Andries Levi Pretorius

South African actress Simoné Pretorius celebrates the arrival of her third child, sharing her journey of motherhood alongside fellow new mother Tamaryn Green.

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

How stay-at-home moms can secure their financial future

How South African stay-at-home mothers can navigate financial challenges and secure their future with expert advice and actionable steps.

Sarene Kloren|Published

Rethink Mother's Day: gifts that show you actually care (no more slippers!)

Mother’s Day doesn’t end at 5pm. Neither should your effort. That beautiful Instagram post or WhatsApp status with “Love you, Ma” is cute and all, but consistency is the real love language.

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Taming the teen storm: SADAG launches free support group for parents

Whether you are a single mother, a grandmother stepping in as a caregiver, or a sibling trying to keep the family unit stable, remember that help is available

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Cutting out comparison: how to tame childhood jealousy before it blooms

Jealousy doesn’t wait until adulthood to show up. Experts explain how it develops in children and what parents can do to help.

Bernelee Vollmer|Published