Urban Family Shanghai

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

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

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

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

Students hacked into college website to help classmates skip PE

Two college students have been arrested after allegedly being paid by classmates to hack into the school's website to alter morning run records, Shanghai Daily reports.

By Urban Family, May 09, 2014 13:00

Almost half' of urban Chinese kids using social media

Over 50 percent of Chinese children living in cities aged between 6-12 have social media or microblog accounts, the Global Times reports.

By Urban Family, May 06, 2014 16:00

Art Smart: Make a Monet inspired collage

Children are never too young to appreciate art. Using art history as her muse, every issue Colorbox Arts creator Monika Lin provides a project that can be done at home and incorporates a brief lesson.

By Urban Family, May 05, 2014 17:50

Trains, Planes and Automobiles - Getting from A to B

The Urban Family run down on getting from A to B in Shanghai

By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 15:00

5 easy steps for healthier air and water

Don't let the sometimes shocking news about China's air and water quality to scare you away. Follow these simple solutions to ensure your family's safety.

By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 14:00

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

Walk This Way: Family-Friendly Tours

Bogged down by the daily grind, it is all too easy to take the same old sights every day for granted. A walking tour provides a great way to discover or rediscover parts of the city that might otherwise be forgotten.

By Urban Family, Apr 15, 2014 14:50