Category: Parent Talk

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 […]

By Ntombenhle Khathwane Before a child learns to speak, to write, or even to walk, their nervous system is already learning one of two things: “The world is safe, and I am safe in it.” Or: The world is unsafe, and I must always be on guard.”