After the premiere of the first episode of The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice, which follows the life of wealthy mothers in Durban’s Indian community, cast members are celebrating their debut in Women's Month.
We had a chat with the reality stars on the signifance of Women's Day.
What does Women’s Day mean to you?
Devina Kowlas: “To me, Women’s Day is a day to celebrate and recognise the achievements of women that stem from their innate strength and perseverance to make the world a better place.”
Asharia Parsad: “Women are leaders wherever you look, from the CEO who runs a Fortune 500 company to the housewife who heads her household and raises her children. Our country was built by strong women and we will continue to break down walls and defy stereotypes.”
Resh Naidoo: “Women's Day for me is about celebrating the power and progress of women, reflecting on my affect on my fellow sisters and inspiring others to keep pushing to be the best version of themselves.”
How has your heritage shaped you as a woman?
Abigail Nepaul: “My heritage strongly influences me as a woman. I believe I am the empowered woman I am because of the sacrifices, toil, strength and wisdom of my ancestors. I've learnt to be resilient, persistent and confident by watching women in my family and community I admire. My sense of style, the manner in which I parent and run my home are all inspired by strong women role models in our community.”
Christina Devraj: “My heritage influences me as a woman because my culture and tradition have shaped my thoughts and my values. My grandmother on my father's side is of Tamil heritage and my grandmother on my mother's side is of Hindi heritage. My parents are Christian and named me Christina as the firstborn Christian in a big Hindu family.”
Losh Naidoo: “My Indian and South African heritage is a vibrant tapestry woven with rich colours and traditions. It allows me to blend tradition with modernity, through unique fashion choices and spicy culinary skills as well as resilience and fierce determination. My heritage has made me a strong, dynamic and independent woman.”
Resh Naidoo: “My Indian heritage gives me a strong sense of culture and tradition, which enriches my identity as a South African woman and shapes how I live my life.”
How would you describe yourself as a mom?
Christina Devraj: “I am a wife and a mother who is doting and loving. I centre my life on the happiness of my daughter while keeping an open mind and a warrior spirit.”
Losh Naidoo: “They say with age comes wisdom, but for me, it comes with a whole new level of chill. Gone are the days of me being a Type A mom. I am now rocking a more laid-back, easy-going approach to parenting that keeps me cool as a cucumber.”
Neetasha Singh Bugwandin: “As I embrace my personal journey into stepmotherhood, it was interesting to learn from the other moms’ experiences and advice. Being a young stepmother for just over a year I can’t say I have mastered this skill as yet. It is a learning process and I welcome it with love and gratitude. Being a stepmother requires patience, understanding and effective communication. Becoming a successful stepmother takes time, effort and understanding.”
Here's what Women's Day means to 'The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice' cast
Women’s Day is a day to celebrate and recognise the achievements of women, says Devina Kowals
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After the premiere of the first episode of The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice, which follows the life of wealthy mothers in Durban’s Indian community, cast members are celebrating their debut in Women's Month.
We had a chat with the reality stars on the signifance of Women's Day.
What does Women’s Day mean to you?
Devina Kowlas: “To me, Women’s Day is a day to celebrate and recognise the achievements of women that stem from their innate strength and perseverance to make the world a better place.”
Asharia Parsad: “Women are leaders wherever you look, from the CEO who runs a Fortune 500 company to the housewife who heads her household and raises her children. Our country was built by strong women and we will continue to break down walls and defy stereotypes.”
Resh Naidoo: “Women's Day for me is about celebrating the power and progress of women, reflecting on my affect on my fellow sisters and inspiring others to keep pushing to be the best version of themselves.”
How has your heritage shaped you as a woman?
Abigail Nepaul: “My heritage strongly influences me as a woman. I believe I am the empowered woman I am because of the sacrifices, toil, strength and wisdom of my ancestors. I've learnt to be resilient, persistent and confident by watching women in my family and community I admire. My sense of style, the manner in which I parent and run my home are all inspired by strong women role models in our community.”
Christina Devraj: “My heritage influences me as a woman because my culture and tradition have shaped my thoughts and my values. My grandmother on my father's side is of Tamil heritage and my grandmother on my mother's side is of Hindi heritage. My parents are Christian and named me Christina as the firstborn Christian in a big Hindu family.”
Losh Naidoo: “My Indian and South African heritage is a vibrant tapestry woven with rich colours and traditions. It allows me to blend tradition with modernity, through unique fashion choices and spicy culinary skills as well as resilience and fierce determination. My heritage has made me a strong, dynamic and independent woman.”
Resh Naidoo: “My Indian heritage gives me a strong sense of culture and tradition, which enriches my identity as a South African woman and shapes how I live my life.”
How would you describe yourself as a mom?
Christina Devraj: “I am a wife and a mother who is doting and loving. I centre my life on the happiness of my daughter while keeping an open mind and a warrior spirit.”
Losh Naidoo: “They say with age comes wisdom, but for me, it comes with a whole new level of chill. Gone are the days of me being a Type A mom. I am now rocking a more laid-back, easy-going approach to parenting that keeps me cool as a cucumber.”
Neetasha Singh Bugwandin: “As I embrace my personal journey into stepmotherhood, it was interesting to learn from the other moms’ experiences and advice. Being a young stepmother for just over a year I can’t say I have mastered this skill as yet. It is a learning process and I welcome it with love and gratitude. Being a stepmother requires patience, understanding and effective communication. Becoming a successful stepmother takes time, effort and understanding.”
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