FAMILY
The Common Sense's Christmas Braai Recipe
Enjoy a festive Christmas braai with beef ribs, lamb sosaties, grilled vegetables, and a fresh tomato and avocado salad.
Lifestyle
December 23, 2025
5 min read
Five Festive Films With Heart, Humour, and a Little Real Life
Five films that mix humour, heart, and real life in a way that makes them perfect for a thoughtful festive season watch.
Family
December 23, 2025
3 min read
Five Christmas Movies Every Family Should Watch This Festive Season
A short guide to five films that bring families together and capture the heart of the season.
Family
December 22, 2025
4 min read
The Case for the Child Who Is Not the Star
A gentle look at why a child who hangs back might be growing in ways that are easy to miss.
Family
December 21, 2025
4 min read
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
