Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) Highlights

The Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) runs from June 14-22 and features over 300 films. Here are some of the top family friendly options.

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 16:17

Pizza Express: A Family Favorite

The restaurant may have a new name, but it’s still the same great taste. Shanghai’s well-loved Pizza Marzano restaurant is now known as Pizza Express like its counterpart in the UK. The name change still brings with it an abundance of tasty dishes that ev

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 16:05

Life Saving Course in Shanghai

Britannica International School, Shanghai is pleased to offer the Royal Life Saving Society’s Bronze Medallion course here in Shanghai, June 21-22. The RLSSA Bronze Medallion is recognized as the minimum standard for a qualified lifesaver. The award is r

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 11:42

Touring 'panda' exhibition to highlight environmental protection

One hundred pandas made from bamboo were put on display at Shanghai's Jing'an Kerry Centre on Monday to raise public awareness of environmental protection.

By Urban Family, Jun 04, 2014 18:35

Animal attractions in Shanghai

Families that crave more interaction with animal life than is available at the city’s wet markets and restaurants have various options in the city.

By Urban Family, Jun 04, 2014 18:06

Just For Fun: How Local Are You?

Questions to test just how much influence China has had on you.

By Urban Family, May 28, 2014 15:46

Children's Day Fun

Here are just a few ways to indulge your little ones on June 1.

By Urban Family, May 28, 2014 15:40

One child policy worsens midwife shortage

A change in China's one child policy is set to put an even bigger strain on the country's midwives, china.org.cn reports.

By Urban Family, May 21, 2014 15:40

Two Shanghai women making a difference in Kenya

Not happy sitting on the sidelines, two Shanghai-based authors made a trip to Nakuru, Kenya in an effort to try to make a difference.

By Urban Family, May 21, 2014 11:00

Fit Families: Where to break a sweat in the city

Don't let the fast pace of Shanghai slow down your fitness. Stay in tip-top shape, whichever way you- and your kids prefer. Check out our favorite Shanghai sporty spots.

By Urban Family, May 20, 2014 15:00

Fruit and Veg: Wash the pesticides away

Food safety is one of the top concerns of parents in Shanghai. One way to take control of food safety is learning how to properly wash your fruits and vegetables.

By Urban Family, May 20, 2014 14:00

School House Rock at Concordia!

Get ready to boogie at Concordia's latest production

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 15:00

UHT vs Fresh: Which milk does the body good?

From a nutritional perspective, all cow’s milk is basically the same for major nutrients; it is in the processing of milk that questions arise.

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 13:00

Stretch and Connect With Family Yoga

Whether you are an experienced yogi or have never done a downward dog, a family yoga practice can help parents and children unwind and connect.

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 12:50

Can TCM Cure Childhood Asthma?

Asthma comes in different forms and levels. While Western medicine merely controls attacks, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can cure the root of the asthma. Even in the most severe cases, a reduction in symptoms can usually be achieved.

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 12:30

Traditional Chinese Medicine and your child

When should a child see a Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor?

By Urban Family, May 13, 2014 15:00

Shanghais' best bookstores for kids

Top Picks for the best bookstores Shanghai has to offer

By Urban Family, May 13, 2014 15:00

New IB Career-Related Program at SSIS

The Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) just received its candidacy status for the new International Baccalaureate Career-related Certificate (IBCC). It is the first school in China to offer this new program for grades 11 and 12.

By Urban Family, May 12, 2014 19:00

Men undergo 'simulated childbirth' for Mother's Day

Volunteers in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province underwent simulated labour contractions Sunday to experience the pain of childbirth,

By Urban Family, May 12, 2014 13:50

C-Sections still favored by women giving birth in Shanghai

The Chinese government wants more women to undergo natural childbirth, but many mothers-to-be still prefer caesarean sections according to new figures

By Urban Family, May 12, 2014 13:00

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