Parenting & Family

We’re in the midst of a seismic change in the world of work.  We’ve seen tech disruption so far eliminate industries, transform others and usher in brand-new ones.  Many working parents have experienced this first-hand. We expect emerging and evolving technologies to continue their innovation and disruption at an ever-escalating …

Raising a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD can be challenging and, at times, even frustrating. Depending on the severity of your child’s symptoms, setting and implementing rules and routines can seem impossible. However, if you learn more about their condition and consistently address their problems, you can …

A lot of footwear in the market isn’t as comfortable as it should be, and as a result, you’ll need to take some precautions. But shopping for girls’ shoes can be a trying task since kids don’t have the patience to wait around and get the desired footwear. If possible, …

Are carrots a lunchtime snack you’ve thought about packing into your child’s lunchbox in-between all the back-to-school craziness? If not, it’s a healthy snack to consider! You’ve probably heard that carrots promote healthy eyes and good vision, and it’s true. Carrots are high in the antioxidant’s beta-carotene—and that’s a start, …

While a bath at the end of the day is a luxurious treat for adults, it’s often a warzone for parents of toddlers and young children who actively and loudly protest at the very thought of getting into the bath, never mind staying there. Navigating your way through this ‘crazy …

There will definitely come a time when all of us get old and we are unable to look after ourselves like we used to. Things that we take very much for granted now like climbing stairs or taking a shower will become tasks that are much more difficult and more …

Are you looking to throw a picnic event for your kid’s upcoming birthday party? We’ve got you covered! To make your preparation a breeze, we culled together a set of ideas you may adopt when planning your child’s picnic birthday. Plus, we’ll give you a free Picnic Birthday printable checklist …

There’s no two ways about it, kids love music. For many kids, that starts and ends with jumping around the room with their friends to their favorite Disney songs. However, if that interest is nurtured, you can easily help them come to a higher level of appreciation for music, and …

FYI play it safe adds security while protecting privacy Over the past festive season and with the start of the new year, many parents have put new devices into the hands of their children.  For many, this is an action primarily aimed at increasing their child’s safety because it enables …

Across South Africa, thousands of successful matriculants are about to embark on a new and vital stage of their educational journey.  It’s widely recognised that gaining some kind of tertiary education enhances young people’s opportunities to find fulfilling work and meet their future career and life goals. A 2021 survey …

As the world progresses into a digitalized era, more and more technological advancements are taking over. These advancements get controlled and managed through the means of coding languages. For that reason, it is essential to learn more about it. In the past, the skill and knowledge of coding could get …

SAMA-nominated hitmaker, Majozi, takes to the stage in SA education this year as Koa Academy’s Head of Culture. Appreciated for his warmth and humanity, we sat down with Majozi so that SA parents can get to know him better: What was your favourite subject in school, and why? “It was …

I’m sure this is something that some of you have experienced before – family gatherings that didn’t turn out as planned. In this post, we will be sharing a few tips on how to survive a family gathering and ideas on how to spend the time more meaningfully. Whether you …

The world needs brave imaginations, now more than ever. Play-Doh continues to ignite imaginations and empower kids to believe the future is theirs to shape. As we prepare for a new year, in what seems to be a constantly changing environment, Play-Doh continues to provide kids with shapeable, shareable, tactile …

Rooibos Tea (also known as Red Bush Tea) is well-known for its benefits for adults but is this the same for your baby and breastfeeding moms? The answer is yes and there are many reasons why Rooibos tea is great at this stage. When Should You Start Giving A Baby …

It’s no surprise that superhero costumes are the most popular. Dressing up as one’s favorite superhero always been a popular Halloween costume choice, but Marvel and DC projects continue to permeate popular culture on screens large and small. It’s always a lot of fun to see which films and popular …

It’s not hard to get kids to drink enough fluids; the problem is that if left to their own choices, they will almost always choose drinks with lots of sugar and zero nutritional value. Soda drinks can be addictive, and one of the leading causes of obesity is the unnecessary …

New School Year Survival Tips – A little planning pays big dividends For parents and students, the beginning of January is a time of preparation and new school year resolutions. Every parent wants the school year to be successful for their children so here are a few simple ‘tricks of …

Summer brings warm, sunny days and blooming flowers, but unfortunately pesky mosquitoes love to prey on anyone they can find, including young children and babies. In this post, we will be telling you a bit more about identifying mosquito bites on young babies and sharing some useful home remedies for …

A Budget-Friendly Guide for Back-to-School Shopping  The festive season which is filled with Christmas feels, quality time with loved ones, and relaxation, will soon be replaced with back-to-school excitement. As consumers shift gears from the holiday season to the back-to-school (BTS) madness, Kutlwano Tshetlhane, mother and Stationery Marketing Manager at …