Managing holiday expectations as an expat
Photograph: Pexels Text: Nanna Hauch The holiday season is upon us. If this summer isn’t one for another transition, most expats visit...
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The International
- Jul 11
- 3 min
Boundaries with family
Photographs: Pexels Text: Ophelia Wu Family. Where should we begin? Every family is different - the dynamics between one can be...
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The International
- Jun 11
- 2 min
Paternity leave and fatherhood
Shani Bishop investigates paternity leave worldwide. Photographs: Unsplash Text: Shani Bishop Long gone are the days when women had a...
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The International
- Jun 11
- 3 min
Family language
The term “mother tongue” is highly gendered, with many European languages using this term to describe someone’s first language. The term...
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The International
- Jun 11
- 3 min
The changing role of a father
Photographs: Unsplash Text: Monika Pedersen The month of June celebrates fathers, and as my diary reminds me to send a card, I take a...
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The International
- Jun 11
- 3 min
Wrestling the father identity as an international
Photograph: Unsplash Text: Nanna Hauch Wrestling with the father identity while navigating the complexities of expat life is a profound...
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The International
- Jun 11
- 3 min
The Danish way of parenting
Although Danes don't have a patent on how to raise children, they can be an inspiration. Let's discover the Danish way of parenting....
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The International
- May 12
- 3 min
Country living
Parts of Denmark’s countryside feel like large holiday resorts, with summer houses hugging the coast. While summer houses offer many...
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The International
- May 12
- 3 min
Authentic motherhood
Living between cultures. Photograph: Unsplash Text: Nanna Hauch Being an expat mother is a unique and enriching experience, but it can...
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The International
- May 12
- 3 min
Mothers in the business world
Shani Bishop shares her views on balancing work and motherhood. Photographs: Unsplash Text: Shani Bishop Once you have a child,...
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The International
- May 12
- 3 min
5 reasons why mothers have an easier life in Denmark
To be a mother in Denmark is pretty good, and I will tell you why - just keep reading. Photograph: Visit Denmark Text: Natália Šepitková...
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The International
- May 12
- 4 min
Appreciating mothers
Photographs: Unsplash Text: Monika Pedersen In Denmark, May is the month when motherhood is celebrated. This year, Mothering Sunday is on...
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The International
- Apr 9
- 4 min
Easter celebrations!
Shani Bishop explores Easter traditions around the world. Photographs: Unsplash Text: Shani Bishop It's easy to think Easter is...
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The International
- Apr 9
- 3 min
Are you ready for a new life in Denmark?
Deciding to leave home and move abroad is not easy, but it can bring you a fantastic life experience. It is always good to be prepared....
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The International
- Feb 9
- 3 min
The importance of accompanying partners
When internationals arrive in Denmark, they face many challenges - everything is new, and it can be difficult to approach and navigate...
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The International
- Feb 9
- 3 min
Every kind of love. A personal tribute...
Photographs: Unsplash / Heather Storgaard Text: Heather Storgaard February is the month of love. This could be between partners, friends...
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The International
- Jan 9
- 3 min
Good places to visit in winter
Shani Bishop's tips and hints for winter activities. Photographs: Unsplash Text: Shani Bishop It's so important to get outside in the...
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The International
- Nov 1, 2022
- 2 min
Leave Copenhagen and discover some unique places
Writer Shani Bishop explores areas off the beaten track in Denmark. Photographs: Thomas Danbo FB Page / Vikingeborgen Trelleborg FB Page...
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The International
- Nov 1, 2022
- 3 min
A place to call home
To live a good family life, it is essential to have a work-life balance with a good job and a wide variety of activities for the family -...
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The International
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
Experience Culture Night and Halloween
Moving anywhere new is difficult at first - writer Shani Bishop offers the best advice on how to join in. Photographs: Kulturnatten FB...
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