By Naz Lim In the winter, Shanghai loves a good soak in a heated pool, snoozing in a sauna, getting a massage or napping in a lounge chair with a movie on. Here is a starter list of Shanghai spas/saunas that are family-friendly, have indoor water parks and playgrounds. Alternatively, if you want to embrace … Continued
By Naz Lim The school holidays are fast approaching! If you need an activity for the kids, but don’t want to take them to the park or play centre, how about some educational fun at a museum, exhibit or zoo? Whether you’re looking for something that’ll keep the kids entertained for a whole day … Continued
By Sarah Krasicki As a Christmas-lover, planning for the festive season well before December is in my DNA, but I know it’s not the norm. This festive season, however, with many of us in a funk about missing family, friends and travel back home (again!), I urge you to start planning your Christmas early. … Continued
By Naz Lim Before the winter chill sets in, and provided you’re not in lockdown, get outside and take the kids out to the park. There are a few parks that have excellent, free outdoor playgrounds for the kids (and I’m not talking about the exercise equipment for the elderly found at most community … Continued
By Sarah Krasicki If you’re familiar with the Dianping mobile app you’ll know there is little to no English to be found anywhere in the app making Dianping daunting if not impossible for most of us. However, the deals and discounts offered via the app make it a fantastic resource if you’re prepared … Continued
Summer is here and there’s never been a better time than now to get the kids out of the house to meet new friends and make lots of happy memories!This summer, Shanghai Mamas is curating another round-up of summer camp options for children of all ages. Whether your kids like to explore nature, improve their … Continued
Massive thanks to everyone who submitted entries to the CNY Photo Story contest – there were so many gorgeous choices! We loved to see all the fun places you explored around the city, the festive vibe of Spring Festival 春节, and the beautiful people who graciously posed for your shots. There is A LOT of … Continued
This past weekend, Shanghai Mamas partnered with Shanghai Pathways and CCW to offer our families a special Chinese New Year Spring Roll & Rice Cake Cooking Workshop. The Chinese Lunar New Year, commonly known as the Spring Festival, has a long history, evolved from ancient times. The story of the Spring Festival is steeped in … Continued
