Bringing Up Baby Far From Home
New parents and parents-to-be face special challenges in China, but they have special opportunities too.
Browsing: Parenting
I Want To Be a Stalker When I Grow Up
What’s wrong with being persistent to “get the girl,” especially if they aren’t the Prince Charming type. Is a nice guy expected to simply accept a rejection, when they’re really into someone and know they’d be a great match?
Taking The Best Of American and Chinese Parenting
Parenting – everyone’s got an opinion on it; there’s plenty of ideologies and advice, warranted…
Are Weaning Parties the Next Big Thing?
Whether it’s to celebrate the end of breastfeeding, or just because you’re worth it, here’s the recipe for an amazing Girls’ Night Out.
What Happens When Your Son Designs His Father’s Beard?
The idea came from a video we watched in which kids drew beard designs for…
Getting Over the Gimmies
How one parent transformed her family’s holidays into a happier, more holistic celebration.
A Glimpse Into the Toolset of a Positive Discipline Parent
Positive Discipline workshops are all the rage, and there are plenty to choose from right here in Beijing.
Giving Children the Gift of a Gratitude Attitude
Exploring the surprising ways that gratitude benefits us and how you can instill it in your kids.
I’m a Better Person Because of Overprotective Tiger Parenting
Growing up in China, I’ve been very lucky to have two doting but overprotective parents.…
Unconventional Books for Unconventional Moms (and One for the Dads!)
Feel betrayed by books like “What to Expect When You’re Expecting?” Here are my book tips!