Many expat parents find it difficult to understand and deal with the challenges of raising global-minded children. Not many people know the various psychological effects of growing up in a culture (or cultures) different to their own. 'Third Culture Kid'
By Urban Family, Aug 13, 2014 16:10
Although the process of selecting the food to fill your fridge is complicated by an abundance of horror stories from bird flu infected chicken to hormone infused milk - there is no shortage of organic options in Shanghai.
By Urban Family, Aug 13, 2014 15:45
Students from The British International School Shanghai, Pudong have received their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diplomas and achieved the best results ever for the school.
By Urban Family, Jul 30, 2014 14:30
Set 3 course lunch at Grand Kempinski Shanghai up for grabs!
By Urban Family, Jul 30, 2014 12:30
The Andaz Hotel in Xintiandi launches their new afternoon tea. Your chance to win here.
By Urban Family, Jul 16, 2014 14:55
Lead poisoning is a serious threat to children’s health. Children’s growing bodies absorb more lead than adults and lead exposure can leave lasting damage to a child’s developing nervous system and other organs.
By Urban Family, Jul 09, 2014 13:00
Time to let the kids run free at some of Shanghai's most popular parks. Here's our pick of the best.
By Urban Family, Jul 09, 2014 13:00
Urban Family has five RMB100 vouchers from Element Fresh to give away.
By Urban Family, Jul 01, 2014 11:00
Having constant exposure to water will help children be comfortable and safe in a swimming pool. Here's out tips for water safety.
By Urban Family, Jun 26, 2014 15:00
Urban Family have two tickets to giveaway for the UME movie theater at Xintinadi.
By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2014 15:20
Paulaner is offering the chance to escape Shanghai’s summer heat and get ready to kick off the vacation season with its refreshing annual Kiddies’ Summer Wet Party!
By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2014 14:30
Are you ready for some fun in the sun? We have your guide to the city’s best pools. Get your beach bags ready
By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2014 15:00
It might be hot, but on those days when you long to be outside with the kids, head to one of these restaurants for a cool drink and light fare
By Urban Family, Jun 23, 2014 16:00
We asked Dr. Lincoln Sakiara Miyasaka, a family medicine doctor at Shanghai United Family Hospital for advice on how to avoid becoming a mosquito magnet this summer.
By Urban Family, Jun 23, 2014 15:00
“It’s like a surrealistic dream come true… kind of like a guitar player getting into The Beatles!” That’s how Russell Seaton, British International School Shanghai (BISS) Pudong’s Head of Music, describes embarking on the China tour with world-renowned Ce
By Urban Family, Jun 20, 2014 16:09
Students of all ages digress two to three months in their academic skills during the summer if they do not have intellectual stimulation
By Urban Family, Jun 19, 2014 18:00
Most times, basics items - along with recycled objects and a few specialty materials - are all one needs for successful art making.
By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 15:00
Join us as life skills experts Yuliana Chernomord and Jeff Tan share financial tips and tools for kids of all ages at the second in a series of parenting lunches hosted by Urban Family.
By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 14:55
Shanghai’s original English-language company, East West Theatre, returns to the stage this week. David Johansson (Almost, Maine) directs an adaptation of Moliere’s The Learned Ladies from June 18 to 23 at The Pearl. An outrageous farce, it follows young H
By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 13:15
Shanghai's Mini World Cup hosted by Green City and Urbanatomy Media kicked off over the weekend, June 14-15 in Jinqiao. The teams played through the heat while the kids had fun in the bouncy castles. A big thank you to all of the sponsors.
By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 12:43