Family

What parents need to know about corporal punishment

For the past 22 years, any form of such punishment has been banned by the South African Schools Act.

Philosophy: we obsess about death, so why don’t we think more about being born?

At birth, each individual comes into a unique situation in the world, made up of a unique combination of circumstances.

How men’s damaged sperm could play significant role in recurrent miscarriage

Excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, stress – and even the type of underpants he wears – can all affect the quality of a man’s sperm.

Want to breastfeed? 4 things that will make it easier

The World Health Organisation recommends infants begin breastfeeding within one hour of birth and continue to breastfeed ...