This week Jun and Daniel are joined by special guests Young and Grace to discuss parenting in Korea vs. America. How does the Korean postpartum care system differ from the U.S.? What level of independence do Korean parents give their children compared to American parents? How do discipline styles vary between the cultures? What is the hagwon system and why is it so prevalent in Korea? How do definitions of success for children differ?

If you're interested in any of these questions, tune in to hear Daniel, Jun, Young and Grace discuss all this and more! Young and Grace share their experiences raising kids in Korea as Korean Americans, aiming to blend the best of both cultures. The group also touches on topics like the pressure of Korea's competitive education system, cultural expectations around academics, and defining success beyond just finances.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Guest Bios
Young was born in Korea and immigrated to the US in 4th grade. He studied architecture in college and recently built his dream house in the countryside (시골). He enjoys spending time with his family traveling, doing outdoor activities and exploring nature. 

Grace is a Korean-American mom of three living in Korea and shares her experience on her podcast “Motherhood in the Motherland”. 

With a background in psychology and counseling, she loves talking all things parenting, education and culture.

Links
https://podcasts.apple.com/kr/podcast/motherhood-in-the-motherland/id1701445472

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