Articles by Danielle van Wyk
Debt relief - What is your bank offering?
Going through a financial crisis is stressful whether it be as a result of losing your job, being short-paid, having to fork out towards an emergency payment, or finding yourself in the midst of a global pandemic. This is especially taxing if yo...
Your questions on breast milk donations, answered!
Breastfeeding is both beautiful and natural - or so they say. However, it could also mean rock-hard painful breasts, leaking through breast pads and spraying milk as you’re trying to get your baby to latch. Especially if you’re one...
7 Pregnancy cravings and what they mean
For as long as women have been having babies, they have been having cravings. From ice cream to chalk and cheese. Many a pregnancy story has begun with a pregnant woman with a feverish craving and her nervous husband anxiously seeking the latest...
YouTubers answer 13 of your questions (No. 12 is shocking!)
Wake up. Create. Film. Edit. Repeat…and…get paid for it! Dream job, right? Well, it could be. With YouTubers like Lilly Singh aka Superwoman coining something stupid like $10 million (R 117 588 500,00) just last year, nearly everyo...
How to apply for a student loan in 2018
A good education is an investment in your future, but it hardly comes cheap. Unless you are the recipient of a bursary or are benefitting from parents who diligently saved, you may be considering a student loan. Moneybags journalist, Danielle Va...
Saying goodbye to a furry friend …
Can you imagine a day without your beloved Nibbles? To most of us, pets are not mere fluffy toys, but an extension of the family. So, when you are told that you may have to put your pet down, it can be devastating - both emotionally and financially.
5 restaurants where your child can roam and you can relax
Going to restaurants with children can be seriously stressful. The little darlings are guaranteed to get bored or out of control, and you don’t get to take a bite from your food. All of this can be solved by ensuring that your child is en...
Cruise into your Honeymoon without breaking the bank
Let’s face it - between seating charts and general wedding expenses your wedding day can also be one of the most stressful events to plan. But your honeymoon needn’t be. If sipping on pina coladas aboard a yacht while you’re...
The depression no one really talks about
July is Mental Illness Awareness Month and this year specific focus is being placed on depression statistics both internationally and locally among pregnant women and new mothers. According to a recent World Health Organisation (WHO) study 13 % ...
How to save while travelling locally
There are those who firmly believe in first exploring local sights and attractions before even venturing abroad. They may be on to something. Not only does it give you new appreciation for your surroundings, but it is also a cheaper op...
6 Vital Health checks for men under 40
Being on the ‘safe side’ of age 40 can make you feel invincible. Especially if you’re active, have loads of energy and don’t struggle to get up off the sofa. But, is feeling good enough? We look at some of the vital h...
4 Things you need before getting a pet – but guess what people always forget
The furry cuddles or pleasurable purring when you come through the door can be enough reason to want to get a pet. But, are you really prepared?