Home and Family

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‘Mum, do you remember me?’ ‘Dad, what are the names of my children?’  ‘No, my mum doesn’t understand us’. ‘You can order pizza for lunch; she does not like fish’. This scenario is seen and heard all too frequently within the community, in care homes, and even on social media. As a speech-language pathologist working with adults and the elderly, I am pained each time by the look of confusion and desperation in the individual with dementia, who is often unable to reciprocate or understand a conversation. ‘Why?’ one may ask. The answer is that we should preserve one’s dignity throughout the disease’s progression. OneRead More…

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Today, we’re delving into a topic that’s on the minds of many parents: the adventure of raising pre-teens. Ah, the tween years! It’s a time of growth, change, and a fair share of emotional rollercoasters—both for kids and parents. Let’s unpack this exciting and challenging phase together in this tween-parent guide. The Tween Transformation: What’s Happening? Pre-teens, typically between the ages of 9 and 12, are in a fascinating phase. It’s like one foot is still in childhood while the other steps towards adolescence. They’re growing quite fast, both physically and emotionally. This period is marked by significant changes: Navigating New Waters: Conversations on SexualityRead More…

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Each and every family has a member who stands out from the rest and conforms to traditional expectations. The member who does not seem to fit within the family’s norms and behaviours may be labelled as the “black sheep”. Being the black sheep of the family can often lead to a lonely and challenging journey, yet it gives rise to an opportunity for personal growth and resilience. Let’s explore ways to navigate the challenges of being the black sheep and form a unique, strong identity during your healing journey. Being the black sheep in the family can present challenges while offering opportunities for growth andRead More…

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In a world where we’re always racing against time, trying to keep up with the hustle and bustle of life, being able to incorporate the much-coveted work-life balance has never been so crucial. Gone are the days when a household can have children and live on ‘just’ one salary, unless it’s an excellently paid job. Of course, even for those who are childless, the need to be able to juggle work-related duties with familial or personal ones still remains. And let’s not forget time to ourselves, which, let’s face it, is more often than not, overlooked. This is precisely why everyone dreams of having aRead More…

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Up till 70 or so years ago most births happened at home. This usually meant that the familiar village midwife would be approached some time in pregnancy and simply notified that she would be called during the time span of early or late in a particular month. No due date. Simply some time around…. ‘when the baby knocks, I’ll just open the door for him!’ When the baby did ‘knock’, there would usually be a couple of other experienced mothers in the house, obviously chosen by the mother herself. Husbands wouldn’t be allowed anywhere near. They know nothing about births. The trait in the maleRead More…

breastfeeding

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Lately a discussion arose on the Facebook group Women for Women (Malta) with regards to breastfeeding, where a woman claimed that while she is currently dealing with a separation, she discovered that breastfeeding her baby in court is not allowed. Other women confirmed that they had experienced the same situation, including a mother who had been chosen as a witness. She was not only denied permission to take her two month old breastfed baby with her, but also told that refusing to attend would cost her a hefty fine. It is absurd that in 2021 we are still denying basic needs to women and theirRead More…

migrant women living in malta

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“Arise, then, women of this day! Arise all women who have hearts…” In May, mothers are celebrated across the world at different dates…But did you know that Mothers’ day was originally envisioned as a day of peace, to honor and support mothers who lost men of their families to the Civil War in the USA? The title above are the first words of the Mothers’ day Proclamation for Peace, written by social justice advocate and feminist Julia Ward Howe in 1870.  When this text was brought to my attention earlier this month, its purpose – bringing women of all nationalities together to bring peace toRead More…