Since 2006, Shanghai Mamas has been connecting the community of international families to one another. While we have had broad topic parenting WeChat groups for many years, we are now introducing age-specific parenting groups from pregnancy to teens. As with all Shanghai Mamas groups, there will be an emphasis on warm, friendly and positive engagement. … Continued
Oh, WeChat. We love you…you help us stay close to friends near and far, help build community, plan parties, and connect us to people with similar niche interests that we probably wouldn’t meet otherwise (waving at you my Chardonnay-Loving Garden-Composting group friends!). Shanghai Mamas groups have always been known for their warm, welcoming, … Continued
Article originally published by Lifeline and shared with permission from the author. Photo by Michel Sutyadi By Michel Sutyadi for Lifeline China In this article, I would like to share my own experiences and how a random activity of clicking small, interlocking bricks together has positively impacted my mental health and strengthened areas of mindfulness, and has become a regular … Continued
Shanghai Mamas is proud to introduce Shanghai Mama Allison Kopher, owner of Modern Littles, who conceptualised the brand and built from the ground up – all whilst being a busy mom of 2 boys. Modern Littles is also offering Shanghai Mamas a special discount on the beautiful collection of modern and sustainable children’s range. My … Continued
Where to find eco-friendly, safe and stylish baby products in China? JOONE has you covered. We are pleased to introduce you to the French brand JOONE. Launched in 2017 to address parents’ concerns about safety and the raw materials used in baby products, they are committed to radical transparency. JOONE shares all information about their products … Continued
Chinese New Year is coming and chances are you aren’t going anywhere! So, what will you do that week to keep the little ones (and yourself) occupied? We have compiled a list of some different ideas to help you to make the most of the week! Remember to capture your Shanghai photo story along the … Continued
By Krystal S. So here we are with another Chinese New Year upon us. Traditionally a time of big celebratory meals, fireworks and performances, togetherness and general cheer, 2020 has taught us that we may have possibly taken a few of those traditions for granted.With Covid-19 cases popping up around the city (and country) again, … Continued
By Ms Lucia Hu (LMFT) – ECE & Primary School Counselor & Child Protection Officer at YCIS Shanghai, Pudong Do you remember a time before you were in an intimate relationship and only hearing about others’ romantic experiences? Or a time before you got married and hearing about others’ marital bliss or strife? Or a time before … Continued
