Tag: family
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Loving Leo, the Baby Who Didn’t Grow in Mommy’s Tummy
We heard a preacher a few years ago and the core message was: ‘Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone.’ That was a defining moment for us. It settled adoption in our hearts.
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Let’s talk about where your kids really are
It’s 9:30 am on a Sunday. Do you know where your kids are when they’re sitting right next to you? David O’ Sullivan chats to guests about the dangers of digital playgrounds
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How to Make This the Happiest Family Holiday Ever
You know that feeling where you need a holiday after your holiday? Of course you do. Experts share their secrets with David O’Sullivan for making sure you stay sane and happy this time round
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Love, happiness & a very special wedding
When a lovely, loving couple with Down Syndrome announce their intention to marry, many react negatively to the union. But nothing can claim the happiness of their big day. By Amanda Spohr
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The family meeting that changed my life
The rules said no alcohol and no criticism. All we had to do was talk about our hopes and plans. Then, we had to listen. On that Saturday afternoon, everything changed. By Sean O’Connor
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Memories of my father, in the heart of the wild Karoo
In the middle of nowhere, a journey into self and memory sparks the realisation that heritage is the force that shapes you and brings you to where you are right now. By Garret Brent
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Why I love my very modern, very mixed-up family
South Africa is a potjiekos of cultures and identities. Kojo Baffoe celebrates the power of heritage and an acknowledges that diversity can be complicated in more ways than one
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The 5 crucial commitments of all great dads
A father is his son’s first hero and his daughter’s first romance the most important man in their lives. Yet being a great father doesn’t just happen. It’s a conscious choice, writes Craig Wilkinson
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Parents can be weird, but here’s why mine mean the world to me
The stars, the moon, and the sun: A teenager takes a little time out to count the ways his parents have made a difference to his life. By Raphael Bromilow
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Why learning to say no can be so liberating
Sometimes, when faced with a choice that could mean a big change to the way you work, it’s best to weigh up the options and say the small, tough word that can save you from lots of trouble and disappointment further down the line.