It's always good to come across positive and effective parenting styles we can learn from and try out with our kids. The lessons a little boy has learnt about money from his family has got the internet buzzing with joy and excitement. The impressive post which was shared on Facebook by Humans of New York on Father's…
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Dad gets a similar tattoo as his son’s surgical scar, to boost his confidence
The story behind the photo of a dad and his son sporting the same scar, which went viral, has touched many hearts. John Marshall says his 8-year-old son Gabriel was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer called anaplastic astrocytoma in March 2015. After successful surgeries removed most of the tumour, Gabriel was left bald with…
New sleep guidelines from experts for your child
You already know that sleep is vital for your child's health and development, but is your child really getting enough? How many hours of snooze does your baby, child or teen need per day? This question has been answered by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, following the recommendation given by a consensus group of 13 sleep…
Mom wrestles her 5-year-old son out of the jaws of a mountain Lion
A mom hears screams outside her Aspen Colorado home, where her son had been playing. She quickly runs outside to meet the most chilling sight ever. Her 5-year-old son was being attacked by a mountain lion. The predator was completely hunched over her son, biting him. The brave mom charged at the animal and yanked off one…
Dr. Tony Rapu writes a touching letter to his daughters in commemoration of Father’s Day
For Father' Day 2016, Medical Doctor and Senior Pastor of This Present House (TPH), Dr. Tony Rapu, penned an emotional letter to his two daughters Uju and Kene. It is such a beautiful and touching piece. Read below: Dear Uju and Kene, My precious daughters, on Father’s Day last year, I wrote a letter to your brother, hoping…
Tonto Dikeh celebrates baby Andre at 4 months.
Yay! Baby Andre is 4 months old! They grow too fast, don't they? Nollywood actress and new mom, Tonto Dikeh-Churchill, took to her Instagram page his morning to speak about the 'joys of motherhood', and how much it has changed her. She poured out tons of love and gratitude on 'king Andre' as he turns 4 months…
“People should know their genotype long before they get married” – Professor Michael Kehinde
Professor of Medicine at the University of Lagos, and Clinical Heamatologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Professor Michael Kehinde, says that parents who did not check their genotype compatibility, and whose children are found to have sickle cell disease are to be blamed. During his inaugural lecture on “Human Unique Blood Cells and Consequences” in…
Rita Edochie reveals she was sexually abused and impregnated in primary 6
Famous Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie has called on parents to communicate regularly with their children, and pay attention to their complaints about the things that happen to them both inside the house and outside. She made this call while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), at a seminar on "ending violence against children". During the…
WHO confirms Zika virus strain has spread to Africa
The World Health Organisation (WHO), has confirmed that a strain of the Zika virus has been found to be present in Cape Verde, an island country of volcanic archipelagos found off the western coast of Africa. Scientists at the Insititut Pasteur Dakar confirmed that it is the same strain of Zika found in the Americas, known as the Asian…
Avoiding refined foods before your period can reduce menstrual cramps, says Dr. Arikawe Adeolu
Excruciating and debilitating menstrual cramps remain one of the main problems faced by women and young girls all over the world. Different treatment options of dealing with the pain exist; but did you know that your diet could also play a role in reducing the pain? Dr Arikawe Adeolu, a Medical Practitioner at the Federal Medical Centre,…
Marriage is how we maturely deal with our incompatibility rather than our compatibility, says Charly Boy
With rising cases of marital disagreements, divorces and domestic violence in the society, one may want to conclude that the marriage institution is in complete shambles. The unmarried are now wary of the institution, and may even prefer to remain single, since no good news seems to be coming out of it. However, successful marriages do exist; but…
Every mom will relate to this hilarious version of Rihanna’s “work”
Most of us love to dance off to Rihanna's 'Work'. Whether we understand the lyrics or not is not important, as long as the beat is hitting our medula oblongata! Well there's a new version specially made for moms. Thanks to Deva Dalporto, blogger and creator of viral mom parodies at MyLifeSuckers YouTube channel. She summarizes your life as a mother in…
Learn the secrets of success from Africa’s richest woman- Folorunsho Alakija
CEO of Famfa Oil, Folorunsho Alakija, is the richest woman in Africa, and the 3rd richest black woman in the world. She recently shared what has kept her going all these years, at her inauguration as the Chancellor of Osun State University. Going by her track record of success, you would surely want to learn from the tips she shared…
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika speaks on the role of brand integrity to the success of your business.
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika, the first female Chairman of First Bank Nigeria, continues to be a role model and a source of inspiration to entrepreneurs, especially female entrepreneurs. In a talk she delivered at the John Rhoda Enterprise's "Thinking big", she shared tips on building a long-term successful business, with emphasis on the role brand integrity…
30 beautiful bible verses for when you are trying to conceive
The period a couple is trying to conceive can be very challenging; but then again, waiting for anything is never easy, especially when it is beyond one's control. The physical and emotional stress of failed treatments, or the agony of failed pregnancies can make one grow hopeless, weary and discouraged. It's OK to breakdown from time to time…
Mothers, how well are you spiritually?
Whenever we hear spiritual life, our minds gravitate towards religion. However, ‘spiritual well-being’ as you will see, is the wellness of every other part of our existence that cannot be felt (physically). It’s in the way we relate with other people, the way we feel when we are alone without any distractions, and the way…
