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Single mothers have had to deal with all the extra burdens associated with a global pandemic.

COVID-19 pandemic: Single mothers bear the biggest brunt

Health, Mental Health, News, Women's Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a crippling effect on all women globally across every sphere; from health to the economy, security to social protection, and escalated poverty levels. However, few will argue that if it’s been tough for anybody, single…

sakhile-dube
November 16, 2021

Lockdown has made motherhood even more challenging

Motherhood during lockdown: Moms morph into wonder women

Health, Women's Health

Life as we once knew it changed forever last March as COVID-19 kicked in. Working from home, virtual meetings and home schooling soon became a norm for mothers already carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders trying to cope with motherhood during lockdown.

Pamela Madonsela
July 22, 2021

Where did all the time go? Women bear the burden of lockdown

Health

With two small children, Health-e News reporter Marcia Zali had a strict routine. Then came lockdown, and her work-life balance unravelled.

Marcia Moyana
August 9, 2020

Motherhood woes during Covid-19

News

Giving birth is a life-changing process and giving birth during an unprecedented global health pandemic is even more so. Speaking to Health-e News, new mothers share their experiences with the health system during lockdown.