Category: Parent Talk

By Ntombenhle Khathwane When I was little, Christmas in our home was about Jesus, His birth, His greatness, the miracle of a Child who changed the world. I loved the songs, the church services, the sparkle. But there was a quiet piece missing: no one told me that because He is special, I am special […]

By Ntombenhle Khathwane  We all have trauma. Some of us call it “baggage,” others call it “issues,” but the truth is, none of us grew up completely untouched by pain. Whether it’s the result of childhood neglect, poverty, bullying, loss, or even subtle emotional wounds from well-meaning parents, we all carry invisible scars. And here’s […]

By Ntombenhle Khathwane We speak a lot about what it means to be a good parent, present, patient, protective, and loving. But rarely do we talk about the parent as a person beyond the role. In our homes, in our communities, and particularly in African society, parenthood is often treated like the final destination of […]