October 2018: Modern Families
Latest Columns
Education Matters
Smart Schools
Two years ago, in a letter signed by three maths teachers in my son’s year, we were notified that the
Out and About
Technorama for Girls and Boys of All Ages
Let’s face it – negative stereotypes still abound regarding girls in science and math and boys in language arts. Combined
Expat Corner
The Technicolor Extravaganza of the Modern Expat Family
Tonight there is an information evening for parents at Missy M’s school. Yet here I sit, on the sofa, laptop
Dad Central
Fishing the Easy Way
Fishing is a great way to spend time with family. It provides a nice balance of quiet time and action.
What’s On for Families
What’s On for Families: Zurich
Here are a variety of upcoming events and activities in and around Zurich. We also have a list of indoor
Third Culture Matters
Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis: “Zoology (in an insect or amphibian) the process of transformation from an immature form to an adult form in
Breastfeeding Matters
Breastfeeding in the Modern Family
Families, as social groups, have been around since the beginning of mankind’s history, ensuring human survival. So the family unit itself
Loco Parentis
A Thoroughly Modern Mom
I really like the general direction that parenting practices seem to be heading, especially when it comes to disciplining children:
Baby Baby
A Letter from an Anxious Mummy
Last weekend, I found myself rereading a diary of mine, with letters I wrote to my first-born. I’ve always been
Twinville
A Twin Mom’s Comfort Zone
I believe that moms of twins and comfort zones are mutually exclusive. Beginning with the pregnancy and on to the
Family Health
The Dark and the Light: Common Skin Pigment Changes in Children
Caring for your child’s skin can seem like a never-ending task in the early years. Many types of skin rashes
In the Kitchen
Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk
Serves 5 to 6 Ingredients 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 kg butternut
