An Interview With Dr. Chan, By Siobhan Brown For parents that are considering orthodontic work for their children (braces and wisdom teeth removal being the most common) this article has important information for you to consider. Orthodontists are specialists who correct alignment and straighten teeth and their work is essential to patients … Continued
We’re now just hours away from celebrating Chinese New Year, the biggest festival of the Chinese calendar by far, as varied in tradition as the number of people who celebrate it (well, almost). Here is the Shanghai Mamas lowdown to what you need to know: Quick facts First and foremost, although we know … Continued
By Doris Rathgeber, Founder & General Manager of Body & Soul – Medical Clinics Pediatric asthma is a fairly common condition, with approximately 10% of children suffering from it. Kids tend to develop asthma between the ages of four and five. When an acute outbreak occurs, early symptoms are mild chest … Continued
By Doris Rathgeber, Founder & General Manager of Body & Soul – Medical Clinics Pregnancy is a time of growth and change for a woman. A new life is growing inside her womb, so she needs to take special care of herself and that precious cargo. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that every … Continued
The Shanghai Mamas book club usually meets on the first Tuesday of the month, at a central downtown location, and this year we have chosen twelve books which all revolve around the theme of redemption. If you weren’t able to join us but are still interested in following our reading list, read our short reviews … Continued
by Melanie Global statistics for domestic violence reflect that 1 in every 3 women experience domestic violence at some point in their life*. When people think of domestic abuse, they typically associate physical violence but there can also be emotional, sexual, financial, or psychological abuse that makes someone feel victimized and hopeless. There … Continued
By Keith Wootan, a certified aromatherapist who works with Doterra Essential Oils It’s well known that one of the difficulties of discussing stress is that people experience it in very different ways, as stress manifests itself differently in each individual. Stress isn’t avoidable but it is manageable. And the best way to manage it? … Continued
by Siobhan Brown There is something so special about the holidays. The lights, the celebrations, the decorations, and the music all help to bring on such a festive feeling. They can also make us nostalgic for our home countries, our loved ones and the past we had before Shanghai. During the holidays it … Continued