Welcome to the Year of the Horse!

The year of the horse is a very energetic year that brings powerful potential for change. Its the Yang Wood Horse. 60 years ago we also had this kind of year. The first day is February 4th (solar calendar) and it lasts until February 3rd 2015.    Preparing for this powerful new cycle starts with … Continued

How to choose the right car seat

The purchase of a car seat is one of the most essential any parents face as its all about the safety of their child when the family is on the road. And to put this in a local context, everyone that ever traveled on Chinese roads knows that they are not characterized by the safe … Continued

Shanghai’s Best Street Foods, Part 1

From dawn ‘til dusk, Shanghai’s streets are fragrant with the scent of street food. Steamed, fried, baked, roasted, boiled – the city’s incredible range of fresh street food is often made right in front of your eyes. There’s a bite for everyone and one serving will never cost more than RMB 10, you just need … Continued

Shanghai’s Best Street Foods, Part 2

  Top 10 Street Foods (Part 2 of 2) From dawn ‘til dusk, Shanghai’s streets are fragrant with the scent of street food. Steamed, fried, baked, roasted, boiled – the city’s incredible range of fresh street food is often made right in front of your eyes. There’s a bite for everyone and one serving will … Continued

Keeping Your Cool with Indoor Play

 Scorching hot summer days can also make it difficult to get outdoors and can result in long days indoors beside the air conditioner. Those days can provide excellent opportunities to develop your child’s gross and fine motor skills.