Caring for others can be a big responsibility. When we consider the various factors and adversities that families face, being a supportive, encouraging friend might feel overwhelming. It is important that those providing care to families take care of them

How were you disciplined by adult family members? Many times we discipline our children in the ways that we experienced when we were younger. But is this healthy and good for children? What are non-violent ways that parents or adult caregivers can raise t

1 in 4 women in South Africa will experience a miscarriage (the loss of a baby before 21 weeks of pregnancy) or stillbirth (loss of a baby after 21 weeks of pregnancy) and despite these statistics this topic is rarely spoken about. Society tends to neglec

“Cursed” – a word that may have been used to describe a child who has a disability. Parents may be blamed for their child’s condition. Churches have an important role to play in supporting and strengthening families who find themselves in this space. Chur

South Africa has one of the highest rates of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum rates in the world. Alcohol and other substances have a powerfully negative impact on the unborn and young child. There are many contributing factors that are at play here and the local

The term ‘teenage pregnancy’ will bring up a range of emotions, attitudes and issues. It is a complex issue and affects many families and communities. These are children, giving birth to children and require intentional support and care in order to thrive

One of the many things that churches have in common is that they pray. Churches have been utilising this powerful spiritual practice for millennia. Regardless of language, resources, size of church or denominational preferences, churches can be praying fo

For many first-time parents, they don’t know what to expect. There are so many changes that they are facing and perhaps don’t know what questions to even ask. Providing intentional Equipping and Preparing for parents is an powerful way of setting mom, dad

The local church sends messages to every person that walks through the doors. What message is your church sending to families with children in the first thousand days? Is it a warm and welcoming space for families in this unique stage? One of the features

Breastfeeding is not a one woman’s job. There are so many important reasons to breastfeed children for as long as possible. But it is hard. And communities and family can be supporting and encouraging mothers to do this important job. Children all over th