Postpartum in China – Confinement or Luxury?
My partner, Guo Jian, has been priming me for the “moon month” or zuo yuezi…
Browsing: Culture
Full-Time Fathers: 3 Expat Stay-at-Home Dads Debunk Common Myths
Growing up in the United States during the 1950s, Michael Killfoil recalls: “My father worked,…
We Are Not So Different: Why China’s Recent Hit and Run Tragedy Shouldn’t Shock You
This guest post by Singapore-based Franco-American expat Cordelia Newlin de Rojas once again came to…
All This, For Me? Eating Out as a Social Obligation
A few months ago, I had a major case of Food Bewilderment. My family was…
Ten Things You Don’t know About National Day
While enjoying this nice and week-long Chinese holiday, here are ten things you might not…
Why We Eat Mooncakes Once A Year
Growing up in Anhui province, Mid-Autumn Day has always been a big festival for my…
Beijing 101
The following article is excerpted from beijingkids Home and Relocation Guide 2011. Download a PDF…
Forbidden City, At Last
Having recently written an article on the pros and cons of city versus suburb living,…
Do you know how to feed a family in Germany?
Peter Menzel brings you Hungry Planet: What the World Eats. The picture book depicts…
What’s in a name?
When pregnant with my first daughter, I bought several baby name books. I spent hours…