The mathematics of transnational grandparenthood
Grandparenthood traditionally unfolds straightforwardly: your adult child becomes a parent, and you, in turn, become a grandparent. This significant event…
Digital storks: Baby showers in the age of emigration
By Dr. Sulette Ferriera Emigrants’ experience of a virtual baby shower as a modern adaptation of an age-old ritual highlights…
We need to talk about emigration
By dr Sulette Ferreira People are forever moving – to a new house, a new town or city or sometimes…
A guide for the visiting transnational parent
By Sulette Ferreira The moment you step off the plane, you feel a mix of joy and nostalgia. Your heart…
The emotional landscape of sibling separation by emigration
By Sulette Ferreira The once boisterous family gatherings have become muted affairs. The cheerful young ones and their parents are…
A virtual red lollipop for my grandchild
Dr. Sulette Ferreira “… you get a grandchild and I can tell you it’s the greatest benefit of them all….
“The impact of personality traits on the emigration journey”
By dr Sulette Ferreira Many South Africans are considering leaving the country. However, of those who actively start the process,…
We need to talk about emigration
By dr Sulette Ferreira People are forever moving – to a new house, a new town or city or sometimes…
“Mom, Dad: We are emigrating”
Sharing the news of your planned emigration can be a challenge. So, you have been thinking about emigration for quite…
Airports are story-making factories
By Dr Sulette Ferreira I read somewhere that airports are story-making factories: People waiting to watch their loved ones walk…
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