Suspecting Pregnancy in Japan? Your First Steps and Where to Get Support
Japan offers one of the world’s safest maternity care systems, and support begins very early in pregnancy. From confirming your […]
Pregnancy
Childcare
What’s the Difference Between Temporary Daycare and Normal Daycare
Temporary daycare in Japan (called ichiji-azukari / ichiji-hoiku) is a short-term childcare service you can use when care at home
Childcare
Childcare Support Services You Can Use at Home
In Japan, childcare support is not limited to daycare or preschool. Many municipalities provide home-visit programs, postpartum care, and NPO-based
Pregnancy
What to Pack for Hospital Birth in Japan
Getting ready for your baby’s arrival? In Japan, hospitals and birth centers ask mothers to prepare some personal items before
Pregnancy
What to Pack for Hospital Birth in Japan
Getting ready for your baby’s arrival? In Japan, hospitals and birth centers ask mothers to prepare some personal items before
3 Things to Prepare When Your Child Has a Fever in Japan
Yuko IwamotoMedical Supervisor, Mom & Dad Japan With over 27 years of experience in medical administration in Japan, including pediatric