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K-parenting 101 In series
Dive into the world of Korean parenting
#Parent life and tips
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K-parenting 101 In series
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K-parenting 101: Don’t forget the socks
TLeaving the house with a newborn feels like prepping for battle. From bottles, diapers and pacifiers to extra clothes, everything has to be packed like you’re never coming back. And once the door open
How Koreans keep kids' heads fashionably round
In Korea, when a baby sleeps soundly, whether lying flat or with their head turned to one side, parents don’t just admire the peaceful sight. They have a task at hand: gently repositioning the baby’s head from side to side during sleep. It’s a small but deliberate effort to prevent flat head syndrome and encourage a well-rounded head shape. While flat head syndrome is a real condition caused by constant pressure on the back or side of a baby's head, South Korean parents often have additional con
July 29, 2025 - 10:00:00
100-day rule for newborns
For many Korean parents, bringing a newborn home from the hospital plays out like a covert mission. From the moment the baby leaves the hospital, every move is meticulously planned. Swaddled tightly in layers of blankets, the infant is swiftly ushered through the underground parking lot and into the car. There's no detour, only a direct drive home. Upon arriving the parking lot of their home, the parents rewrap the baby, shielding the child from sunlight and wind before making a quick dash indoo
July 22, 2025 - 10:05:12
Baby’s first haircut can go a little extreme in S. Korea
A baby’s first hair naturally falls out over time, but some parents in South Korea choose to shave it early. Why? The practice stems from a long-held belief, though less common today, that shaving encourages hair to grow back thicker and fuller. As in many cultures, lush, full hair is highly valued in Korea, often regarded as a symbol of health and youth. The shaved hair is often kept as a memento, stored in decorative keepsake boxes or framed for display. Some even have it crafted into a brush,
July 15, 2025 - 10:08:23
Day care starts at birth
Behind a glass wall, rows of tiny newborns sleep soundly in bassinets, swaddled in soft blankets and waiting for their first journey home. A nurse gently lifts one and carries it toward the viewing window. On the other side, the new mom and dad stand frozen in awe as they catch their first glimpse of their precious child. It’s a scene straight out of a Korean drama — and one that plays out in real life every day in South Korea. Here, it is common for newborns to be separated from their mothers s
July 7, 2025 - 17:07:49
K-parenting 101: Don’t forget the socks
Leaving the house with a newborn feels like prepping for battle. From bottles, diapers and pacifiers to extra clothes, everything has to be packed like you’re never coming back. And once the door opens, it’s game on. For South Korean parents, among the countless things to pack, there's one item that must never be forgotten: socks. If you dare to take your baby out without socks, be ready for stares and a flurry of nagging from Korean grandmothers on the street, at the supermarket, or wherever th
July 1, 2025 - 12:09:08
