Alison is bewildered. Josh, her 15 year-old son, has changed dramatically. While he used to be such a social kid, always a smile on his face and a sparkle in his eyes, he now spends hours alone … [Read more...]
February 10, 2017 by 4 Comments
Parenting Teenagers Abroad – Two Extra Challenges You’d Happily Do Without
December 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment
3 Things Your Teenager Can’t Tell You When Moving Abroad
It’s no secret: handling a teenager as a parent is tricky. To say the least. But moving abroad adds another layer of complexity. Understanding what’s going on in your teenager’s head helps you … [Read more...]
June 9, 2016 by 4 Comments
Losing A Home – The Impact On Your Third Culture Kid (And How To Handle It)
Ben was 8 years old when he left the country where he’d spent all his childhood. ‘Daddy’s got a promotion overseas and says he can’t refuse it’, explained Ben to his teacher when he got the … [Read more...]
April 15, 2016 by 6 Comments
Repatriation With Children – How To Be Sure You’re Doing The Right Thing
"Going back ‘home’? Are you serious?" Jonathan’s eyes bulge out of his head. He’s 13. When his family moved abroad, he was 8. "I don’t want to leave my friends! I don’t know anyone back there. … [Read more...]
September 29, 2015 by 11 Comments
4 Myths Your Child Believes About Going Back ‘Home’ for University (And Why You Should Know About Them)
This article is the result of an interview with Tina Quick whose experience and knowledge of the TCK’s transition to college have been invaluable. Tina is the author of The Global Nomad’s Guide to … [Read more...]
August 24, 2015 by 4 Comments
Empty Nest Syndrome – Questions That Keep An Expat Mum Awake At Night
Maddy knew it since grade 8: when it comes to university, she’ll go ‘back home’. And ‘home’ is where she comes from, where her parents were born, where her extended family is, where … [Read more...]