Can You Really Have It All?
Can you be at the top of your career and still be a present mum? It’s a question women have been asking for decades. And
. . . But How Are They Really Doing?
The uniform is back on. The alarm is going off far too early. Within a few days, the summer holidays already feel like a distant
When Did Our Bodies Become Public Property?
Why are we so obsessed with other people’s bodies? Seriously. When did someone’s weight become an open invitation for commentary? “You’re looking well.” “You’ve added
Respect in African Culture vs. What Respect Should Really Be
“Respect your elders.” If you grew up in an African household, you probably heard those words more times than you can count. And if you
Independence: How Truly Are We Helping Our Kids Become Independent?
We say we want independent children. We want them to be able to make good decisions. Speak up for themselves. Solve problems. Manage their money.
Raising Children in a Different Culture: When Your Parenting Needs a Reset
“Back home, that wouldn’t happen.” If I had £1 for every time I’ve heard an African parent say that, I’d probably have enough money to
The Language I Wish I Had Given My Children
One of my biggest regrets as a Nigerian mum raising my children in the UK is this: I didn’t make sure my children spoke and
Back to School: A New Year, Not a New Verdict
The summer is coming to an end. The school bags are coming out. Uniforms are being found at the bottom of wardrobes. Timetables are appearing.
Two Days On: What I Want Every Parent (and Teen) to Hear Now the Dust Has Settled
It’s been two days since results landed. The first shock—good or bad—has worn off. The congratulations posts have slowed down. The “how did you get
Parenting in a Comparison Culture: Who Are We Really Parenting For?
I don’t think parenting has ever been easy. Every generation has had its challenges but today’s parents are facing something many of our own parents
“We Turned Out OK”… But Did We Really?
The uncomfortable questions many of us raised in strict homes need to be asked. “We turned out okay.” It’s probably one of the most common
When Love Feels Like Control: A Letter to Both the Parent and the Child
“I only want what’s best for you.” If you’re a parent, you’ve probably said those words. If you’re a young adult, you’ve probably heard them.