FAMILY
Stop Drowning in Tinsel and Decorate Like a Pro This Christmas
Most houses end up buried under tinsel and clutter by mid-December, but it does not have to be that way. This step-by-step guide walks you through clearing space, choosing a simple theme, and using greenery, light, and scent so your home feels warm and inviting rather than crowded and exhausting.
Family
December 9, 2025
5 min read
The Importance of Marriage: A Pillar of Societal Stability and Well-being
Many of the world’s pressing social issues may be best addressed by revisiting the importance of marriage as an institution – an idea that holds true not only in South Africa but across the globe.
Culture
December 7, 2025
5 min read
Stats SA Reveals SA’s Most Popular Baby Names in 2024
South Africa’s baby name trends reflect positive aspirations for the future, with names which symbolise hopefulness and positivity leading the charts for 2024.
Family
November 30, 2025
4 min read
Why The Redwall Series Belongs On Your Family Bookshelf
If your child loves big adventures and richly drawn worlds, the Redwall series offers talking animals, brave quests, and a cosy abbey community that families will want to visit again and again.
Lifestyle
November 29, 2025
5 min read
How Everyday Habits Rewire The Brain For Better or Worse
Neuroscience shows how repeated thoughts and habits physically reshape the brain.
Family
November 17, 2025
4 min read
Roblox Expert Warns Parents About Hidden Predators and Explicit Content
A leading game-based therapist warns parents that Roblox is far riskier than it appears and requires strict supervision to keep children safe.
Family
November 16, 2025
5 min read
Hidden Sadness – Psychiatrist Says Men’s Depression Often Masks as Anger
Yale psychiatrist Dr Mark Rego says depression in men frequently takes the form of irritability, criticism, or sudden anger rather than visible sadness; warning families to look beyond temper and recognise the signs of emotional distress early.
Family
November 14, 2025
3 min read
Only One-in-Three South African Children Live With Both Parents – UCT Study
A University of Cape Town study finds that just 33% of South African children live with both biological parents, reflecting deep social and economic divides.
Politics
November 14, 2025
5 min read
Letting Kids Learn the Hard Way Can Build Stronger Families
Letting children face manageable difficulties helps them grow into more confident and capable young people.
Family
November 14, 2025
5 min read
Why Asterix and Tintin Are the Secret to Raising Book-Loving Kids
Classic comics can be a way to spark a love of reading.
Family
November 13, 2025
3 min read
