Expat Parenting Articles

The Evolution of LD: A Global Guide for Expat Parents By Kristina L. Dooley Once a much tabooed topic of discussion amongst parents, acknowledgement and education about learning differences is growing and, fortunately, so are the resources available to families throughout the world.

Relocating with Children: When Divorce enters the Equation By Elizabeth Perelstein the combination of an increasingly mobile society and a the high divorce rate makes it likely that the incidence of transferring divorced parents will grow. A common goal among the employer, professionals advising the family, as well as both parents should be that minimizing the disturbance to the child is critical.

Fake Kidnappings: The Last call you want to receive By Gavin Anstey Gavin Anstey sheds some light on a fake kidnapping scam that has been happening in Argentina. He shares important tips on how to avoid being a victim.

Living Abroad is Good for Kids By From the blog Expatriate Life Do children benefit from living overseas? Most British expats seem to think so according to a new survey just out from the British bank NatWest and the Centre for Future Studies.

Don't Worry, Be Happy By ACS International Schools Find some great advice from parents and children of ACS International School on how to best settle your kids into their new school in a foreign land.

Parent's Review of the American School of Puerto Vallarta By Expat Exchange Member An Expat Exchange parent reviews the American School of Puerto Vallarta. The school has an extremely active parent population and a nice campus, but new students may feel isolated and be treated as 2nd class citizens by their peers.

`Tis the Season to Be Travelling By Amanda van Mulligen Amanda van Mulligen talks to mums on the move to get their tips for stress free travel this Christmas time.

Traveling with Your Kids or Grandkids in Panama; What an Adventure! By Cynthia Mulder Panama offers a new world and a wealth of natural, fun, experiences -- and what an education for both the kids and the adults (but don't tell them that part).

Long Distance Grandparenting By Dominique Lummus Many expat families hope that the old saying "out of sight, out of mind" doesn't hold true and grandparents ask, "How can we keep our grandchildren better connected with us?"

Bullying in Schools By Dr. Singhania Bullying has increased in schools. The many different races, the "nomad" population and the feelings of "not belonging" add to the problem.

A Parent's Guide to Learning English with Your Kid By Vladimir Chen It's true that you and your child can achieve more if you work together to learn English for kids.

Kids Who Travel Abroad, Things to Consider & Changing U.S. Entry Requirements By Linda Kagan Parents often wonder whether they need a written authorization to travel with a child of their own or with one of their children's friends when traveling overseas. Well, the simple answer is, more often then you might think.

Teaching Abroad with Children By Kelly Blackwell

Express Kidnappings in Latin America By Juan A. Garcia Jr.

News Flash: Expatriate Kids Do Become Well-Adjusted Adults By Adrienne Talani

Preparing Your Kids For the Move By Kelly Robic If you're moving overseas and have kids, here are some tips for helping your children prepare for the big move.

Having a Baby Abroad By Betsy Burlingame

Nationality of Expatriate Children By Andrew Williamson

Kids Abroad

A Parent's Guide To Living In Mexico By Aldis Barsketis

Repatriating with Children - Choosing Schools When Returning Home By Elizabeth Perelstein, President, School Choice International, Inc.

Educating Expatriate Teenagers: Is My Child Too Old to Move? By Elizabeth Perelstein

Ask the MD: Children's Immunizations, Cardiac Defibrillators and Injuries Abroad By Eliot C. Heher, M.D.