Finding Joy in the Challenging Journey of Parenting

Finding Joy in the Challenging Journey of Parenting

Hykie and Gerridene Berg share in the joyride that is parenting. In an open conversation with MM, having waited for years to have a child, the struggles that come with parenting are not any less real or challenging, despite the joy of parenthood. Let me start by...

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The great walking-ring debate

The great walking-ring debate

For decades, the walking ring was acceptable and used among my family and friends who had babies as I was growing up. I would watch them run across the floor. confidently taking their steps, and found that it encouraged these babies to stand up and walk on their own....

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What is motherhood?

What is motherhood?

Motherโ€™s Day is fast approaching. With this special day just a week away, we asked a few moms from the MamaMagic community, what motherhood means to them. Hereโ€™s some of the answers that we got. Ayanda Mfundisi - Mother of two โ€œA mother is a representative of god. She...

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Outgrowing onesies

Outgrowing onesies

They grow up so fast, donโ€™t they? Mommy Blogger Nikita Camacho (AKA Hearts in her shoes) reminds us to cherish each moment. โ€œMommy does this fit me?โ€ After a pull and tug of last seasonโ€™s top, the cuff of the sleeve sits 2cm above her wrist. I can almost hear the...

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The first 100 days after birth

The first 100 days after birth

A new baby is an exciting event, but it also comes with a great deal of uncertainty as you take your little bundle home and have to take care of their every need. Doula Donna Bland has some advice for brand new parents. Becoming a parent is one of the most exciting...

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