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6 August 2023

Upcoming Musings: A Guided Tour through the Thematic Areas of My Blog Posts

Introduction Dear readers, Embark on a journey with "Mama's Reflective Musings," a heartwarming delve into the multifaceted experiences of motherhood, parenting, family traditio…

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AI & ethics

6 August 2023

Family, Faith and Spirituality: The Power of Praying Together with Children

Introduction Eating together, playing together, and praying together—these were some of the practices adopted in our home. By sharing these practices, I am not claiming that our…

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Gender & power

6 August 2023

Welcome to Nite Tanzarn's reflective musings: A journey through motherhood, women's rights....

Greetings from Nite Tanzarn Hello, dear reader, and welcome to Mama's Reflective Musings. This space is more than just a blog; it is a sanctuary, a digital haven where the warmt…

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Life & culture

5 August 2023

The Rhythm of Meal Times: How Structured Eating Shapes Family Life

Introduction When our children were growing up, meal times served as more than just feeding moments in our family home. They were the heartbeat, the rhythm of our daily lives, p…

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Life & culture

4 August 2023

Homemade Delights: The Adventurous Joy and Health Benefits of Home Cooking

Introduction My adventure into the world of homemade cooking started with the simple intention of offering our babies the healthiest food options (see The Right Start? Discover…

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Gender & power

4 August 2023

2023 FIFA Women's World Cup: The Unseen Side of the Beautiful Game

Introduction At the outset, allow me to confess that my knowledge of women's football is quite limited. Despite this, football, a source of joy and passion for many, holds a cer…

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Life & culture

3 August 2023

The Right Start? Discover the Health Benefits of Homemade Organic Baby Food

Introduction: Setting the Stage for Healthy Eating Habits We made a conscious decision to introduce our children to a healthy diet early in life. Instead of resorting to the com…

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Gender & power

2 August 2023

Crafting a Health-Conscious Weekly Menu with a Touch of Indulgence

Introduction: Striking a Balance with Balanced Nutrition When our children were growing up, we aimed to strike a balance between nourishing them with the healthiest food choices…

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Life & culture

1 August 2023

Boosting Children’s Health with Superfood Honey

Introduction In our household, honey is more than just a sweetener—it's a daily essential. As a natural remedy for coughs and burns, and as a delightful natural sweetener, honey…

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Gender & power

31 July 2023

July 31: Reflecting on Pan African Women's Day through an African Woman’s Eyes

Wangari Maathai (1940-2011) was the founder of the Green Belt Movement and the 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Introduction As someone who proudly embraces her African identity,…

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Gender & power

31 July 2023

Soda, Chocolate and Sundays: A Mother’s Journey of Moderation with Sweet Treats

Introduction In our household, bulk shopping was always the norm. We would restock our fresh groceries every week, while the supply of dry rations was topped up as needed. These…

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Life & culture

29 July 2023

Juicing: The Health Benefits and Power of Homemade Beverages for Children

Introduction Every person who has had the pleasure of tasting my homemade juice, a healthy beverage for children, has expressed their admiration for it. Curiously, despite follo…

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