The Annual Gaokao Exam Is (Finally) Underway
Some parents have even gone as far as to consult a fengshui consultant on the layout of their children’s room – anything to give their kid a leg up on the grueling exam to come.
Content by: Mina Yan
What You Need to Know About Finding (and Keeping) an Ayi
Ayi basically means ‘aunty’ but is a very flexible word, which can be used to address any older female stranger or new acquaintance, or to address a female service worker, in this case, your nanny/housekeeper/domestic worker. Your ayi can become a deeply cherished, important part of your family. Here’s how to find the perfect ayi.
Class of 2020: “Shout Out to All My Subject Teachers!”
This year, COVID-19 has turned the world upside down, and for high school seniors, these students experienced a senior year unlike any we’ve ever seen before. But life goes on, and despite the chaos COVID-19 has caused, students at international schools all over Beijing are graduating in good spirits and high hopes for the future. Congratulations to the Class of 2020!
From Santorini to Beijing, 19 Years and Still Madly in Love
As married parents, the need for ‘date nights’ are still as important as ever, as they remind you of when you first fell for each other, and the fact that outside of your roles as parents, you’re still lovebirds at heart.
Tips and Hacks on Stress-Free Family Dining in Beijing
Welcome to the parenting chapter of your life. Getting settled in Beijing can be a fun adventure for the whole family filled with new experiences, culture shocks that turn into fun cocktail party anecdotes, and delicious culinary discoveries that are bound to make it into your family’s recipe book.
Love You Fur-Ever: Tips on Responsible Pet Ownership
While some expats bring their fur-babies to Beijing from their home countries, there are plenty of us who made the decision to expand our families after we’ve moved. But before you get caught up looking at cute puppy videos online as research on your new furry family member, be sure to get acquainted with the details on pet ownership laws in Beijing.
Picture Perfect! From Maternity Photos to First Job Application
In this time unique period that we hope will come to an end soon, support local family-owned businesses as much as possible.
What’s the Plan for Next Semester? Beijing’s Parents Have Spoken!
We took an informal pool in expat groups of parents with school-aged children. Of the 240 parents who participated 66% said that they intend to re-enroll their children in their current school despite COVID-19 uncertainties and concerns of whether their school may be able to return to normal next semester.
Class of 2020: “They Saw Me Grow as a Student, an Artist, and a Person”
This year, COVID-19 has turned the world upside down, and for high school seniors, these students experienced a senior year unlike any we’ve ever seen before. But life goes on, and despite the chaos COVID-19 has caused, students at international schools all over Beijing are graduating in good spirits and high hopes for the future. Congratulations to the Class of 2020!
The Childbirth Simulator Gives the Boys a Taste of Labor Pain
Sorry, but I really don’t need pregnancy mansplained to me. It’s time to give the guys a taste of what labor feels like.