South African children are in trouble. They’re moving less, playing less, and spending more time in front of screens than ever before and the consequences are showing. In response to this growing crisis, Toys R Us has declared 26 July as National Play Day, calling on families across the country to stop, reconnect, and prioritise […]
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There was a time when your grandmother’s vetkoek recipe was just… well, your grandmother’s vetkoek recipe. The method she used for making delicious, deep-fried dough bread you couldn’t wait to smother with syrup or her savoury mince. But definitely not something you’d expect to find on a modern menu. Those days are changing – fast.
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Let’s be honest: as much as we love our kids, the last week of the school holidays is always the hardest. Their besties are all away on holiday, they’ve played all their favourite games, finished their book, and are making you wonder if that extra 30-minute sleep-in without the school run is worth it after
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Stress, sniffles and sudden sick days… ever noticed how you always seem to come down with something right after a big presentation or just as your holiday starts? It’s not your imagination. Stress can temporarily weaken your immune system, leaving you more susceptible to illness. Think of your immune system as your body’s internal security
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From plushie hugs to indoor adventure ideas, here’s how to beat the winter blues with cozy-time magic. Let’s face it winter with kids can be magical… and a little bit maddening. Shorter days, cabin fever, and endless cries of “I’m bored” can turn even the warmest home into a frozen warzone of screen-time negotiations. But don’t worry,
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You know that feeling when you’re lying in bed, staring at the ceiling, wondering why your brain has decided that 11 PM is the perfect time to replay your day on loop? Or suddenly waking up and picturing all the things that could go wrong with your presentation next week? Your bedroom has blackout curtains,
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Heat-and-eat heroics for busy households, lunchboxes, and lazy weeknights. There’s something deeply comforting about a warm, curry-scented meal, especially when it’s ready in minutes. Bull Brand’s new Chicken Curry Mince, a proudly South African, first-of-its-kind canned meal designed for the modern, time-strapped kitchen. High in flavour and low on prep, this heat-and-eat hero makes deliciousness as
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South Africans are known for their resilience. Our ability to adapt, endure and keep moving forward, even when faced with load-shedding or water disruptions, makes us unique. But true financial resilience goes beyond grit. According to JJ van Wyk, financial adviser at Momentum Financial Planning, it starts with a well-considered backup plan. With the cost
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Think log fires, festive cheer, a three-course dinner and dancing to a live band – all wrapped up in the joy of giving. On Saturday, 5 July 2025, PinkDrive will host a Christmas in July dinner at the Indaba Hotel in Johannesburg, a night of holiday cheer and hope in action: raising funds for a
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Today’s hyperconnected world has enabled more global connectivity, but it has also drastically impacted childhood and adolescent development. Families are increasingly being encouraged to spend more time outdoors, and in a South African context, nature reserves, the seaside, and eco-focused estates are great options. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s bestselling book The Anxious Generation draws attention
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