Returning to work after maternity leave can be daunting from a practical, emotional and financial perspective. The first few weeks are usually trial and error; trying...
In Nigeria, there is a relative preference for younger domestic workers. They are considered more energetic, submissive, easier to direct around, and cheaper – as compared...
A TwitterNG user Ozzyonce aired her views on child care in a series of tweets. She’s of the opinion that women aren’t born with natural parenting...
There is a difference between motherhood and mothering. Motherhood can be defined as the state of being a mother and having the ‘qualities’ of a mother....
In a short documentary by ELLE Magazine, celebs shared their various experiences about motherhood. “Motherhood is the official superwoman’s role,” says Twitter user @MelissaQ007 and we...
Having a baby is a wonderful thing. It’s a privilege that God has given us to create life. Caring for your baby is also a privilege;...
Nothing prepares you more for life as a mother than the arrival of your precious one. The sudden change in your life can cause you to...
As a first time mom, nothing prepared me for the experience of having and caring for my own child. I had toyed with the idea once...
According to Oxford Living Dictionary, Post-natal Depression is defined as “Depression suffered by a mother following childbirth, typically arising from the combination of hormonal changes, psychological...
I was chatting with my long-time girlfriend Juliet who lives in Ghana, and she said something that quite struck me. “Who would have believed that you...
When we read stories of individuals and organisations who go beyond their call of duty to help other people. It is in this light that we’re...
Awww…actress Queen Latifah is ready to have children. The 45 year entertainer shared the news with E! Online and she also revealed that she’d be open...
I’ve been mulling over some thoughts in my head, these conflicting ideals of what our society thinks motherhood is all about. If you choose to stay...
I woke up this morning and it dawned on me, Sunday March 6 is Mother’s Day! I wondered what I would do on that day; calling...
I have just returned from a whirlwind two-week holiday visiting family and friends. Every house was a family home with at least one child in it....
We love reading Nollywood actress Dakore Akande’s experiences with motherhood (click here and here to read past posts) which she shares on her blog here. In...
In her most recent blog post Nollywood actress Dakore Akande talks about the challenges of raising children in a world that has had more advancement in...
Hello! Momentum is building up towards the Mother and Child Expo 2015, one of Nigeria’s Biggest Pregnancy and Parenting Exhibition. Be part of the Mother and...
Nollywood actress Dakore Akande is one of the few stars in the entertainment industry who also run a blog where they share their thoughts and experiences...
Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli says she is seriously considering having another baby. She shared her thoughts on her personal blog in an article titled ‘Robbing Peter...
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