Mom’s Moment Unpacking Parental Stress

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Parenting in South Africa right now isn’t just about raising children it’s about navigating pressure from every angle.

In this weeks Mom’s Moment, we unpack the reality of parental stres from school fees and rising costs to safety concerns, work pressure, and the emotional weight of trying to be everything to everyone.

They say it takes a village to raise a child… but what happens when the village is overwhelmed too?

This is an honest, relatable conversation for moms, dads, gogos, and caregivers because you’re not alone, and your story matters.
9 Apr English South Africa Entertainment News

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