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Ubuntu Baba vs Woolworths

Dear Woolworths, You Have Some Explaining to Do.

“Shannon have you seen this?” I open my WhatsApp to read the message and see a screenshot of the baby carrier I designed being sold on Woolworths' online shop. I can’t describe the feeling that…

Shannon MaryJanuary 7, 2019

Entrepreneur Life Ubuntu Baba vs Woolworths

The Magazine

Above: Perfect PMPA, surf spot in Ireland. In December 2004 I returned from my nine month long working / surfing trip to Ireland and on the first day back I went straight down to Muizenberg…

Shannon MaryDecember 31, 2018

Motherhood

Where Am I in These Pics?

I’m so tired. Is it even possible to be this tired? I scroll through old photos on my phone, photos from like 5 years ago. My skin was plump and glowing. The bags under my…

Shannon MarySeptember 9, 2018

Motherhood

Perhaps Motherhood Is Designed This Way

Why is it that we can’t remember gazing up at our Mother’s face as a baby or young child, yet she can remember gazing down at us? Perhaps it is designed that way so that…

Shannon MaryNovember 6, 2017

Motherhood

What Is It with This Mom Guilt?

I’m not going to lie, my three year old is currently challenging me like I’ve never been challenged before. I consider myself a calm parent, but these past few days… phew, I’ve had some low…

Shannon MaryOctober 23, 2017

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Dear Woolworths, You Have Some Explaining to Do.

The Magazine

Where Am I in These Pics?

Perhaps Motherhood Is Designed This Way

What Is It with This Mom Guilt?

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