With the rise of social media, people have started posting stories about the results they have received from doing a DNA test. Most people are doing these tests to find something out about their heritage, but others are doing it to find out something about their more recent relatives. There have been shocking realizations that...

Jade Small
Lifestyle Journalist
Jade is a freelance writer and content creator from South Africa with over 7 years experience writing and creating. She's also a proud single mom to a super 13 year old boy.
Women across the globe have taken to the internet in solidarity. Using social accounts and various other platforms to celebrate their bodies’ natural curves or what they call mom bods. What may have started as a direct response to the current ‘dad bod’ trend has now become something far more meaningful, promoting self-confidence by using...
One thing we can always be certain of is that things change over time. Nothing can stop this from happening. People change, technology changes, situations change as well. Change is inevitable! Look back at your own life, for example. How much has actually changed? Especially when it comes to advancements in technology. It can be...
Are you one of those people who does not wear their wedding ring? Do you know someone who does not? Wedding rings are important. And, not wearing one, unless of course you have a metal allergy or you’re doing the dishes. Is pretty disrespectful to your partner. Here are six reasons why wearing your wedding...
There is something causing people to pick sides in the bedroom, and it might not be what you’d expect. The battle is about the dreaded top sheet. Do you use one? Are you for or against the use of a top sheet? Let’s see what all the fuss is about! Why use a top sheet?...
Gordon Ramsay is a name in the culinary industry that most people are aware of, with his passionate outbursts perhaps being his most iconic trait. However, one can hardly deny Ramsay’s talent and experience as a chef. Furthermore, one of his career highlights involves checking out failing restaurants and figuring out what is going wrong...
In some of my past relationships, when I think back, the line between boyfriend and husband privileges became blurred. I didn’t set boundaries for myself early on. So important things I shared with my partner were taken for granted. You can’t grow without clear rules about your living arrangements and financial responsibilities. Things can easily...
To be married for 25 years is an amazing achievement, even when you have no obvious obstacles holding you back in your life. Kris Scharoun-DeForge and her now-late husband Paul were married in 1993. As a Down’s Syndrome marriage, the road was not always easy for both of them. Although so many people had doubts...
Why do people raise girls with the “there is no love without pain” mentality? Love requires work and compromise, but it does not have to be painful. Love is kind, patient and beautiful. Everyone deserves to be happy when they are in love and real men never abuse their partners. It’s time we stopped justifying...
Due to his refusal to date ugly women, a single father believes he may be alone for eternity. In his quest for love, 42-year-old Kevin freely acknowledges that he has quite high standards, which he is unwilling to lower. He is sure that he can only fall in love with someone who fulfills all of his requirements....
In 2019, Taylor Swift sparked a hygiene debate after revealing her unconventional shower routine on The Ellen Show. While some fans found Swift’s routine “grim,” others defended her, emphasizing the role of shaving cream as a cleansing agent. Ultimately, the debate showcased the diverse range of hygiene habits among individuals, even celebrities like Taylor Swift....
Parenting certainly has its challenges, especially when it comes to punishment. Whether you are trying to teach your children valuable lessons, or instill good values, it’s a tricky tightrope to walk. Because many parents tend to disagree on disciplining styles, it’s important to discuss these things with your parenting partner. A perfect example of why...