Mothers want the best for their child in all aspects of their lives - especially their health - which has lead to the polarisation of opinions on the topic of vaccination. Whilst from the best intentions, there is a lot of misleading information out … [Read more...]
I write about green living, so what does exercising have to do with that? Hear me out – when we think about detoxifying our life we look at the products that we use, the foods that we eat, the impacts we create… But being green is not just … [Read more...]
I'm a full time working mum and my helper wants to hold 'helper play dates' in our home for the kids and helpers to get together. I'm unsure, mainly due to security, as I don't know who will be in my home! On the other hand, I want my helper to be … [Read more...]
When parents first consider the various international schools around Hong Kong, their main concern is usually based on academics and also on the level of emphasis placed on (usually Mandarin) language learning. Often other aspects of the school day … [Read more...]
Do Helpers have to be of an Asian nationality? We are a European family and would like to employ someone from Europe on the same basis as a helper. Is this possible? I have searched the internet high and low for the information, my husband … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding is promoted, encouraged and supported in Hong Kong government hospitals in principal. However, in practice, the level of support offered can vary. Although well meaning, some staff may want to follow routines that are not necessarily in … [Read more...]
My helper has been with us for 2.5 years now, is unmarried, and has no children. She does not want to go home to the Philippines as she says that her extended family all have their hands out when she visits. We've offered to send her for a week or … [Read more...]
Dear Outstanding Institute of Secondary Learning, Hey! I’ve been meaning to write you for a few weeks now. I hope I can speak freely and honestly here. First of all let me say that I absolutely do not want you to feel under-appreciated. I think … [Read more...]
The Chinese Zodiac system offers great insights into our compatibility with others, our personality traits and how others perceive us. This can be very helpful for adults in terms of personal relationships with work colleagues and potential business … [Read more...]
I’ve just discovered that my helper is pregnant. What are my legal obligations as an employer and how best can I help her? Just like any other pregnant worker in Hong Kong, a pregnant helper may not be terminated. You are responsible for paying … [Read more...]
