Do you usually say ‘yes’, even when you mean to say ‘no’, for fear of displeasing others? Do you refrain from making your opinion known for fear of offending others? Do you avoid conflict at the expense of your own happiness or peace of mind? If your answer to any of these questions is...

We recently received a letter from a reader saying she had an episiotomy when her baby, who weighed 4.3kgs, was born. Of her greatest concern was whether she would be able to resume normal sex as the episiotomy scar still hurt. She also wanted to know more about episiotomy and why it...

Your hands tell your age. Your hands will be the first part of your body to show your age. Caring for your hands is important if you want to maintain a youthful look. Many women take great care of their faces and ignore their hands. If you are one of them, stop, re-think and give your...

Not long ago I lived in Southern Africa for a couple of years and had the opportunity to meet some wonderful people. The most memorable was Ngoni Bopoto, a fellow from Zimbabwe. Ngoni was a Shamwari – meaning friend in Shona, one of the languages spoken in Zimbabwe. He was indeed a good...

Most women visit a gynaecologist only when emergencies arise or when something seems amiss. Regular check-ups by a gynaecologist are important for all adult women, as they keep a tab on a woman’s reproductive health and deal with any issues that may arise in good time. A gynaecologist is...