What to Pack in Your Japanese Maternity Hospital Bag
As your baby’s due date gets closer, you’ll probably find yourself wondering what you should pack to take with you to the maternity hospital. If…
Advice for New Moms From a Labor and Delivery Nurse
After recently having my daughter here in Japan, I often find myself thinking back to my pregnancy, labor, and delivery experience. Even after going through…
Fly Stress Free With Your Baby: A Checklist for Smooth Travels
Traveling with a small baby can be daunting—especially on a plane packed full of people. It’s natural to worry about your little one’s cries disturbing…
How to Ride Japanese Buses With a Baby
Traveling with a baby can be a bit stressful, and the crowded public transportation in Japan is no exception. The buses in Tokyo and other…
A Discussion on Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Child rearing in Japan with Kay
Pregnancy and childbirth can be very daunting experiences in Japan. Not because of any dangers with the healthcare system—it has one of the best in…
My Labor and Delivery Story in Japan
Having a baby in Japan is something I never imagined myself doing when I first moved here 8 years ago. I was young, single, and…
First Steps to Take If You’re Pregnant in Japan
For a foreign woman living in Japan, getting pregnant can add on a whole new layer of stress and uncertainty to an already challenging life….
How to Be Financially Secure in Japan
If you’re someone who plans on living in Japan long term, you’re going to have to spend some time thinking about your finances and what…
Settling down in Japan Was Impossible
Eight times. Eight times is how often I’ve moved since coming to Japan. Considering I’ve only lived here for seven years, that means I’ve packed…
Fun and Romantic Things to Do in Yokohama at Night
Whether you live in Yokohama or you’re just visiting while on holiday, chances are you’re wondering what kind of fun you can get into on…