Jetlag: Sleepless from Seattle This space is mostly about a family living life abroad and the joys of traveling with children. But anyone who has done it, knows
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A TCK story
Back in November 2012 I was happy to publish Cecilia Haynes’ TCK story in a three-part serialisation. Cecilia has lived in many, many countries and continues to travel
Flying with kids: A risky business
Business class travel with children A highly coveted perk among airline families – the holy grail for many, I know – is being able to travel in business
Dear expat women with PPD or baby blues, please get help!
Postpartum depression and the expat mother I didn’t have PPD [Post partum depression or Post natal depression], I think. I didn’t want to hurt myself or the baby.
Don’t forget Teddy!
Travelling with kids: some tips Never underestimate the bond between a child and their favourite stuffed toy! While my daughter didn’t have a particular favourite until she was
Keeping up with the English!
When to teach written English? One big challenge when bringing up English speaking children in a foreign speaking country, is when and how to introduce written English. It’s
Preparing kids for an overseas move – one perspective
Moving with children from USA to France We moved from Saratoga Springs, NY to Bordeaux, France in October 2011. We are a Franco-American family, I’m American and my
Abroad and confused
Helping kids understand relocation “When will our bunk beds arrive?” asked a curious 3-year-old after a few days of vacation in Spain. We looked at her with an
Teaching a multilingual child to read and write
Why I am teaching my 4-year old to read and write When to teach your child to read is definitely a hard decision. I have heard arguments on
Activities for the summer holidays
16 ways to be sure your kids keep learning over summer break Summer vacation is a time for fun in the sun and enjoying freedom from the drudgery
