Chinese Kids' Hilarious Responses to Having a Sibling

a group of primary school students in Guangdong province were recently asked on a school exam whether or not they'd like their parents to have a second child.

By Urban Family, Jan 29, 2016 12:49

Food For Thought

The association between dietary habits and a child's mental wellbeing are stronger than we thought.

By Dr. Nate Balfanz, Aug 17, 2015 15:20

Mom Blogger: The Thing I look Forward To Most

Summer brings a lot of excitement to Shanghai. Whether you’re leaving for good, have a child who’s graduating school, or getting ready for a summer vacation; this time of year is all about chaotic last minute lunch dates and trips to the fake market (agai

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2015 10:19

Forever Young @ Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel

Everyone still has an inner child and what better way to enjoy your youth and a day with your kids than with the Children’s Day Buffet at the Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel’s Brassiere.

By Urban Family, May 26, 2015 11:13

Learning Music: Nurturing the Muse

So you've signed up your child for lessons on a musical instrument? What every parent should know.

By Urban Family, Dec 16, 2014 11:38

Active Listening - Helping Children with Emotional Self-Regulation

Tuning in to our children will strengthen and deepen the parent-child relationship

By Urban Family, Aug 26, 2014 13:32

Banish Boring Lunches

Lunch break is time away from class, but that doesn’t mean it has to be less educational. Creative meals can spark your child’s imagination and are sure to open up their attitude toward new foods in the future.

By Kirk Chu, Aug 19, 2014 16:00

Shanghai Weekend Events Round-Up

Our roundup of the best family friendly events in Shanghai this weekend

By Urban Family, Aug 05, 2014 15:00

Art classes: Disocver your inner Picasso

“It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.” --Pablo Picasso

By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 14:50

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

Brushing Up With Fluoride

Fluoride is an essential part of children’s dental health, helping to make your kids’ teeth stronger, which prevents decay. Nothing makes a parent prouder than hearing their child come from the dentist’s office flashing their pearly whites declaring, “No

By Urban Family, Apr 17, 2014 10:50

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