Category: Life Event
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All we want for Christmas is our rollercoaster babies
It’s not easy or cheap to realise your dream of parenthood through fertility treatment. But when you finally get the happy news, it makes the rollercoaster ride worth it. By Liani Maré
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Famous South Africans on what makes a Home Sweet Home
Home. It’s where the heart is. It’s the ultimate destination, the place of welcome and return, the epicentre of your hopes and dreams. Ruda Landman talks to those who love theirs
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Why I never, ever want to renovate my home again
It all sounds so easy. You draw up a plan, you find a good builder, and you settle back, waiting for the work to be done. Right? Wrong. Gilda Narsimdas shares her cautionary tale
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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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Why parenting my teens is more fun than I dreamed
Some parents will says the only thing tougher than raising toddlers, is trying to parent teens. But Sam Wilson disagrees and dreads the day her two teens grow up and leave the nest
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The thing we have in common is that we’re different
What do you do when one of you is a fitness fundi and the other is an art lover? You make the most of each other’s differences and find love in-between, says Zakkiya Khan
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Why I want my kids to wait tables
Waiting on tables can be a tough, thankless job, but here’s a tip…if you do it right, it can teach you some valuable lessons that will stay with you for life. By Belinda Mountain
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Why saying ‘why not’ can change the way you live your life
Don’t ask ‘why’ when challenge and change come your way. Ask ‘why not’, and you’ll be ready to turn the answer into action, says Cath Jenkin
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The strange but oddly happy art of being a re-singled parent
Breaking up is never easy to do, but it’s better to have two happy homes than one that’s not. Sean O’Connor learns how to manage time and still keep it together
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The little rats that stole our hearts
Dogs are faithful, cats are aloof, hamsters are cute. But if you want a pet that is smart as well as cuddly, you can’t go wrong with a rat, says Linette Retief