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Falling in love with yourself

For many of us, when we think about love, we seldom think of self-love. But, how we see and value ourselves deserves to be a priority, writes Gugulethu Mhlungu. Falling in love with yourself From the time we are young, we are socialised into believing that some loves and relationships are more important than others. […]

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Talking sex with your kids

Dr Sindi van Zyl explains how to have “The Talk” with your children, and when. Talking sex with your kids “Mom, where do babies come from?” “Dad, where did I come from?” Have you heard these questions from your children? And if yes, how did you feel? The sex talk is probably one of the […]

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5 minutes with Sechaba Gqeba

Motswako presenter and media personality Sechaba Gqeba (31) never considered becoming a mother until she met her husband. She shares how he has helped her balance it all. By Kwanele Mathebula Pictures Supplied 5 minutes with Sechaba Gqeba Being a mother wasn’t a part of my plans. I was born and raised in Sebokeng, Vereeniging. […]

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5 things you may have wrong about diabetes

In November, ahead of World Diabetes Day, some well-known landmarks light up in blue to create awareness of diabetes care, prevention and research. It’s important to take notice because an estimated 1.3 million people in South Africa are living with type 2 diabetes and don’t even know. Have you checked your blood glucose recently? With […]

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REVIEW – Protea Hotel Fire & Ice

Our features writer Fundiswa Nkwanyana spent a night at the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice in Melrose Arch, and tells us all about it. FIRST IMPRESSIONS On arrival, a doorman in a suit ushered me in and directed me to the reception desk for check in. As I walked in, I was intrigued by the […]

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