WeChat Groups Parents In Beijing Must Join
What I’ve learned from these groups is that there is no stupid question when it comes to living in a new place.
Browsing: Parenting
The Kids With The Designer Genes – It’s World Down Syndrome Day
Mar 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. Put on your crazy socks and help raise awareness around the world.
Where’s a Woman’s Rightful Place?
Research into some articles for Woman’s History Month surprised me and got me thinking. In 2021 what are we subconsciously telling our kids about a woman’s place?
Teaching Kids About Finances: The Expat Mom
Money wasn’t a real problem for me until student loans. I want to make it more tangible for my own kids.
Friday Favorites: Back to Normal With Our Toddlers and Babes
It’s SO much easier with the older kids back in school. Or is it…….?
Building Body Image – It Starts Earlier Then You Think
We are all flooded with messages about the person we are supposed to be. The clothes we are supposed to wear, how our body should look in those clothes and what products we need to transform into the most lovable version of ourselves are dictated to us by a million media sources. The negative stereo types and body shaming for profit are aimed at an adults wallet but our impressionable kids soak all of that “you are not good enough” messaging up too. Here are a few ways to help counteract all the noise and help your child build a positive self-image
Parenting Poll: Should You Carry Your Kid’s Backpack?
I used to love the feeling of independence that carrying my own backpack gave me. What about my kids?
Letting Kids Learn From the Process, Not Product
Online learning has been a challenge for everyone on a lot of levels. But it has also brought to light a well-meaning parental habit that is actually stopping some children from getting the most out of there educational years. Here is how you can invest in the process of learning and value it over the product.
Friday Favorites: We Have to Laugh About It All
No need for Pinterest-pretty with us; we all know the truths behind parents’ last two months in Beijing.
The 2021-2022 School Choice Guide is Out!
The 2021-2022 School Choice Guide is out! Finally, all your Beijing international school questions answered.