Is your child being bullied?A letter from the CEO of Girls and Boys Town highlights the importance of knowing if your child is being bullied or not.

The hidden benefits of sportThe developmental positives of getting your child involved in sports

Health & Safety

9 tips for aiding a depressed teen

Has your teen been diagnosed with depression? Here's what you can do to help. Read More

The truth about Tourette Syndrome

Popular South African YouTuber shares about living with Tourette Syndrome. Read More

Gangsters, drugs and dead kids

When drug dealers come out, kids get caught in the crossfire. Read More

Is acne dangerous to teens?

Tips on helping your child avoid the physical and emotional scars of acne. Read More

Abduction: Closure and hope

Girls return home after 10 years in captivity, renewing hopes for other missing kids. Read More

Teens snorting condoms

A new YouTube challenge is putting teenagers in real danger. Read More

Helping pregnant teens via technology

Young Moms Support founder tells us how she helps teen moms using MXit. Read More

Is your child being bullied?

A letter from the CEO of Girls and Boys Town highlights the importance of knowing if your child is being bullied or not. Read More

5 crazy facts about teens

It's true. They get sleepy when away from their cellphones and they can outgrow their brains! Read More

No more school booze

Will you be affected once alcohol is banned from school functions? Read More

Abuse at children’s home

St Michaels home for abused girls rocked by sex abuse allegations. Read More

Q&A With Our Experts

Q I have a 16 year old son, who goes out every weekend, and suddenly everything is a secret. He is like a puppy and he will follow anyone and do anything. I am so upset because he’s with people who drinks alcohol & smoking marijuana he knows education is important and he is not passing year 11, so he has to do it again next year but I don’t want him to go to that high school anymore. Is sending him to a boarding school the answer or is it too late?
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My life with eczema

Living through my teens with eczema was not easy. Here’s how to make it easier for your teen.

Highlights

Amazing conception to birth video

Watch this TEDTalks video and see exactly what develops from conception to birth in the womb.

Loving dad’s cancer triumph

Dad pushing daughter in pram WINS marathon, despite terminal cancer.

The ‘joys’ of pregnancy

When you’re too busy with nausea, pain and discomfort to ‘glow’.

Night shift, night care

Parents who work shifts don’t have access to adequate childcare facilities.
Screaming flower girl!

Hilarious video of flower girl losing her cool in church goes viral.

5 crazy facts about teens

It's true. They get sleepy when away from their cellphones and they can outgrow their brains!