Published on: April 3, 2023

Dear Parents, Now that we have properly settled into the school year with Term 2 on the horizon, we would like to introduce our new blog forum to you. On this platform, we hope to bring you encouragement and tips and tricks that will help you navigate this beautiful journey called Parenthood. As we embark […]

Published on: December 1, 2017

As 2017 draws to a close, we celebrate some stuff, reminisce a little and potentially even regret some things… To sign this year of blogging inspiration off, I’d like to leave you with some final thoughts from Cassan Ferguson, one of our own Junior Junction mommies. This post, entitled “HEART REFLECTIONS” will transport you back […]

Published on: November 3, 2017

By: Jade Pilkington I’m not sure about your mom journey, but mine has been similar to that of a rollercoaster ride. One with really high highs and some pretty low lows. That, with a mix of crazy trust, a whole lot of leaning on Jesus, and a cup full of winging it and hoping for […]

Published on: October 27, 2017

By: Chélene Salzwedel We had the enormous privilege of having a home birth with our second child – the most exhilarating, fully-engaged connectedness our family has experienced together. When Jaimy emerged, she was the most serene little human I’ve ever had the pleasure of locking eyes with. She knew she was home, it was in […]

Published on: September 29, 2017

Have you ever thought that something must be missing from the way you parent? As though you seem to have it some days and completely lose it other days! Well, this perceptive read puts words to that misplaced feeling, and sums up the three roles we play as parents very succinctly. Terran Williams is a […]

Published on: September 1, 2017

Helping our kids understand the impact that they have on the earth is a vital part of teaching them how to choose wisely, but how we do that can vary enormously. From parenting to schooling, everybody’s approach is different – but most of our kids will enjoy learning this stuff in hands-on ways, sometimes getting […]

Published on: August 28, 2017

By Candice van Pletsen I always pictured myself having little girls dressed in pink, watching endless hours of ballet rehearsals, painting nails and doing facials together. Instead I find myself on the rugby fields shouting with no inhibition for my boy to score another try! Somehow God had another plan. He’s blessed us with three […]

Published on: August 4, 2017

As a woman, letting go of our impossible standards for ourselves can be one of the toughest struggles we face. I came across this post by Cassan Ferguson while hunting for helpful insights for ladies in this day and age, while the media prompts we receive daily often leave us feeling dismally unfit for the […]

Published on: July 28, 2017

by Nikki de Wet… Nikki de Wet is a very special and well trusted former Junior Junction teacher, kind wife, dedicated mother and devoted Christ-follower. Originally from Zimbabwe, she has a genuine inner strength and trustworthiness which sets her apart.) FEAR….ANXIETY….WORRY…. sapping strength, crippling, and holding us back regardless of age or situation. With the […]

Published on: June 23, 2017

By Jade Pilkington What is it about children that Jesus held so precious and so dear to his heart? Being around children has challenged me, grown me, stretched me, exhausted me and has also afforded me the privilege to see some completely beautiful and heartfelt moments, as well as some cringe-worthy and hilariously funny moments […]