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Our Roller Coaster Journey with Turner Syndrome
Life never stops surprising us, does it? Hla’s Story Hla, my beautiful 12-year-old first-born daughter,…
How to Raise Healthy Kids? Give Them Room to Choose!
When I was younger, there weren’t too many choices when it came to sports or…
Norshek Fawzy “Only love will heal the world, so our vow to you is love”
Norshek Fawzy is a lover of nature, a mother of two, and the founder of…
Dear Single Moms,
Dear Single Mom, You’re my friend, you’re my sister, you are everywhere around me. I…
Shagara’s Green Roof Classrooms: Making the Grass Greener in the Future
Shagara At School Shagara first implemented the Shagara At School project back in 2013 in…
Roba El Gindy’s The Care Pack: What You Didn’t Know Your Child Needed
Up until the end of 2019, Roba El Gindy introduced herself as a Marketing professional…
Self-Care for Moms: How to Turn the Myth into Reality
It’s Mother’s Day, which makes it the perfect time to talk about a mom’s most…
Reem Osama: Doctor by Day, Furniture Painter by Night
Reem Osama is the founder of ‘Reem Osama Art’, an online furniture store that sells…
Imperial College Egypt: Creating Role Models
In these new and trying times, it has become very clear how integral education is…
Kablat Arts: Healing Children with Art
When Hagar Magdy had to make the decision between having a stable but unhappy life…
A Salute to Stay-at- Home Moms… You Rock!
Sitting on the tip of that cold cold bath tub could be really harsh, but…
How to Raise Empowered Children
Growing up is tough for both kids and parents alike. From the day your…
Three things I learned about parenting – while on the toilet …!
I write to you from the toilet. Not going poop or anything – don’t’ worry.…
Art Therapy for challenged Kids with Kiki Hadad
When dealing with Down Syndrome, there are plenty of misconceptions, which we’ve tried to clear…
Breaking the routine With Your Special Needs child!
Having a challenged kid is like riding the carousel: it never stops turning. You have…
Franco-Arabic and Tongue-Tied Children
Language is heritage. There is a folktale that tells a story of an old hero…
Who Said Routine is a Bad Thing?
We all suffer from lack of time, and are challenged every single day that the…
How To Teach Your Children To Love Their Bodies
If you change yourself to the good to see in the world, the world will…
These Busy Men Tell Us How They Spend Time With Their Kids
Unfortunately, here in Egypt gender stereotypes are still largely present –especially when it comes to…
Finally You Can Find Trusted Babysitters in Sahel!
Orcas is the first and the best way to recruit babysitters in Egypt! This summer…
What Are The Modes of Transportation That We Shall Take to Heaven?
At my age, I just imagined myself in heaven eating chocolate in a pool full…
Alleged Facebook Pedophile threatens Egyptian Children
Yasmine Abdelazim, an Egyptian mother has just discovered that her 10 year old has been…
Rola Moemen Starts a New Play Area Initiative for Challenged Kids
The amazing mom behind the blog and Facebook page “Mother of a Challenged Kid” started…
Bina’s Wear Encourages Parents to Wear Their Kids’ Drawings with Pride
Imagine how happy and proud your kids would be if you turned their arts and…
This Easter, Orcas Babysitters will be in Alex and El Gouna!
Many people are starting to escape Cairo’s hectic and stressful life by packing up their…
Daddy Cool: Don’t let your anger cloud your parenting
A wise man once told me that I can only conquer anger with calm. As…
6 ways to manage your marriage after kids
Esther Perel, a renowned marriage counselor, says it’s ironic how the erotic creates babies, and…
Dear Moms: Motherhood Didn’t End Your Life
What’s the one common thing about new moms these days? Hmmmm? Complaining.Yes, every body is…
Who said one child isn’t enough?
Freedom is not the act of having no commitments; it is about having the freedom…
10 solutions to keep your kids occupied when you need to get things done
A week before I landed my new job last summer, my boss called me to…
Hey SIRI where do babies come from?
Siri…I don’t have answer to that question Hey, Siri are you shy? Siri…I do not…
Life after divorce: What about the children?
We live in a culture that values family and the idea of a family unit.…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Designing a Baby Room
Whether you are designing a new nursery or upgrading one to a kid’s room, the…
Get your son involved with house chores before it’s too late!
Most Egyptian men are brought up to get married, go out to work, and provide…
Find the coolest babysitters in town!
Orcas is the first and the best way to recruit babysitters in Egypt! Just launched in…
What to do if one of your children is overshadowed by their siblings
Motherhood isn’t an easy job. It has a load of responsibilities and obligations involved. The…
Ola Roshdy’s Weghet Mazar: A Portrayal of Motherhood Struggles
Ever since the introduction of reality TV shows, we’ve been wondering how ‘real’ these shows…
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of being a Flight Attendant!
Being a flight attendant has always been a dream job for many girls. There is…
Child Maids: Doll Houses or Human Beings?
My friend’s maid is six years old. “My family said I am six but…
Banana Pancake is always healthier with Juhayna 4.5.6 Banana Biscuit Vanilla!
Ingredients: 1 Banana Biscuit Vanilla Juhayna 4.5.6 1½ cups flour 4 tsp baking powder…
5 Benefits of Juhayna Flavored Kids Milk!
Just as Good as Plain Milk The main reason for parents’ concern is that…
Brilliant Toy Storage Tips that Save Lives… Literally!
Toys toys toys! All our children have toys, and all parents go through the struggles…
10 Special Characteristics of Special Needs Kids No One Knows About
There is beauty in having a child with special needs. Yes, everything in this world…
5 Reasons Why Divorce Is Actually Better For The Kids
Getting a divorce raises lots of questions, how will my children feel secure? How will…
Things I Never Thought I’d Say Until I became a Mommy!
Being a mother is one of the most fulfilling things one can ever experience. It’s…
Lessons I Learned from Refugee Single mothers
I have been working with refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt for three years now.…
I Can’t Wait to be 30! “our society will always find things a woman is “too late” for”
“I can’t wait to be 30!” … I remember how that came off as a…
“While you enjoy Barcelona, I have Vomit, Mud and Juice Spilled on Me!” A Letter from a Young Mum to her Single Friends
Have you noticed the increase in all these posts on Social Media about getting…
All Mums Make Mistakes”I accidentally dropped a soda can on his toes!”
Being a new mom is harder than it seems; you will never fully understand…
Quit your Job and Travel the World? Think Again!
“Let’s quit our jobs and travel around the world, sweetheart”, I said to my…
Having your First Baby before 25, Worth it or Living Hell?
The decision to have a baby is a very big one, let alone making…
My Kids should go to the Club near where they Live! It doesn’t have to be the Fanciest of all
I live in Heliopolis, I work in Heliopolis, my family and in-laws live in Heliopolis.…
Potty Training Tried and Tested: From Real Mums to You!
Potty training is a hard time for everyone! It is a time when poop, quite…
A Trend or an Investment; Giving Birth in the US!
It has been a largely growing trend that young Egyptian mothers go to the US…
Virginity: It’s More Than Just a Stupid Hymen
The meanings of the word ‘virginity’ are abundant, both physical and metaphorical.But it seems that…
10 Ways your Grandparents are Screwing you Over
Grandparents, the nicest of all Earth species, their sole purpose in life is to make…
From Bedtime to Birthday Parties, Parenting Peer Pressure
We all have this one person in our lives who comments on everything we do…
The Relationship Goals We Should All Have
With a lovely picture from the cartoon Up in the background, or an old couple…
Single Moms in Egypt… It’s Too Damn Hard!
Being a single mom is one of the hardest jobs, trying to be the good…
Ahmed Hatem: “Three religions used to live together in this same country, where now families aren’t tolerant of each other”
Know Thy Nursery Directory Sarah’s Kindergarten (Treasure Island) is a nursery in Maadi which…
Baheya: Standing up to Breast Cancer
A person finding out they have cancer is never an easy thing. Baheya, a hospital…
Drive, Bite, Sip, Brake! Ultimate Road Trip Foods
Migration season is upon us and everyone is in a hurry to hop into their…
Why you shouldn’t dress your children like an adult
She walks into the club. Her tight leggings so flowery, tiny Uggs on her feet,…
Kids Zone
Claire’s gets Frozen! Claire’s are now featuring accessories from Disney’s latest hit, Frozen. A collection…
Your Child is Not a Billboard
Nowadays, it is very common to see children dressed from tip to toe in designer…
Kids Zone March/April 2015
Expect the unexpected at Ikea Expecting a baby soon? It’s never too early to baby-proof…
90s Kids, Rejoice! Duck Tales is Returning!
If you grew up in the 90s, we’re almost positive you’ve watched Duck Tales. 100…
Your children are Tech Addicts? Whose Fault is it?
When I first started typing this article, my true intentions were to write about…
A Guide for Egyptian Women on how to Balance Between Career and Children
After Egyptian women made their successful entrance into the professional world, the perception of the…
ABC’s of Relocating: Helping your Children to Adapt
My life was almost perfect. Everything was in place. My son got accepted in a…
Canines and Cradles – Prepare your Dog for the Baby on the Way
Many people worry about having a baby when they already own a dog. I can’t…
Toxic Candy
Are Marshmallows and Gummi Bears Really Dangerous? Are candies, marshmallows and gummy bears,…
From Wild Parties to Piano Lessons
How my life drastically changed after having my babies This has got to be…
10 Eternal Hazards of Egyptians
We are funny, helpful, family loving and sometimes creative, but there are some eternal hazards…
Did Barbie get Extinct?
Albert Einstein once said: “I fear the day that technology surpasses our human interaction.” Well,…
Kids Zone – January/February 2014
Star Tennis for the Little Stars! Star Tennis offers a wide range of tennis programs…
How to Stay Connected when your Kids are Glued to their Smart Phones
About fifteen years ago, when emails where the only way to get connected to people…
My Mama Carries a Gucci… My Nanny Carries Me!
I’m a child of a family of six children. Living in Germany, my mother, who…
Hakawy Festival
Storytelling Art The second edition of the Hakawy International Arts Festival for children came…
Why Farah Ran to the Window and Threw Herself from the Fourth Floor!
This is for Farah, whose incredible courage and strength remain unmatched in my mind. One…
7 Things I Learned from my Mila!
There is no end from what parents can learn from their children, especially moms!It’s amazing…
Not a Cruel World after All?
How to talk to kids about death Parents have a natural protective instinct towards…
Single working moms … and its summer time!
Being a single working mom is not easy to handle in our culture; women suddenly…
Marriage the most life altering decisions
Marriage is one of the most major, life-altering decisions made by man on a daily…
Mama Tuning Out: Escape by Indulging your Five Senses
Kids are the most adorable creatures, they are happiness in a bundle, they are the…