by Giving birth is always a very special time for a woman: first the pregnancy, the feeling of responsibility of that human being growing in one’s body; followed by the preparations for birth, the expectations; then the birth itself, the first minutes with the baby; and finally the postpartum experience. All of that makes a […]
Outdoor activities in different countries
by Outdoor activities and sport are of supreme importance for child’s healthy development. However, the time kids spend outside of home is not only an ingredient of a healthy lifestyle, but also a great mode to learn about the world and their immediate surroundings. The way we choose to spend time outside depends on the […]
Exploring the Mi’kmaq Culture with a Quillwork Inspired Craft {Native American Heritage Month Blog Hop and Giveaway}
by This post is part of the Native American Heritage Month Blog Hop & Giveaway – see details below! In honor of the Native American Heritage Month, I’d like to introduce you to the Mi’kmaq (also known as MicMac), the earliest settlers of my home province of Nova Scotia, Canada. The term “Mi’kmaq” means ‘my […]
Easter Around the World
by Easter (and the preceding “Holy Week”) is a Christian holiday remembering the death and resurrection of Jesus, with traditions dating back to pagan springtime festivals. Since it is celebrated in so many countries, we thought it would be interesting to look at Easter around the world. We asked our member bloggers- multicultural families who […]
Visions of Spring Around the World
by We asked our MKB members from around the world what spring looks like where they live. From China to Costa Rica, these pictures were taken this week, showing us the different sides of spring. Top row: Chicago, USA – Aimee of Raising World Citizens; Derby, UK – Rita of Multilingual Parenting; Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica […]