Expat Parenting Show

By Ruchi Jaju

There is no perfect way to parenting. We all find our way by trying & analyzing what works best for our family ecosystem.

However, a children's ecosystem includes parents, grand-parents, teachers... more

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The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.

Expat Parenting Show episodes:

September 22, 2024 Ep12: Exploring Parental Leave: A Father’s Perspective on Modern Fatherhood
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In this episode of the Expat Parenting Show, we sit down with Julien Delphy, a father of three, to discuss the untold aspects of fatherhood and the evolving role of modern dads.
Julien shares his journey through parenting teenagers and a newborn, the importance of paternal leave, and how fatherhood has shifted over generations. We dive into real stories about balancing a career and family, the cultural shifts in fatherhood, and why consistency is key in raising children.
Whether you’re a father or a mother, this episode offers valuable insights into the shared responsibilities of parenting and the joys of raising kids.
Episode Chapters:
(00:00-03:44) - Introduction: Exploring Fatherhood
(03:45-08:19) - Untold Stories Between Parents and Children
(08:20-13:39) - Parenting in Two Generations
(13:40-19:29) - What it means to be a FATHER?
(19:30-24:14) - Parent-child Relationship Changes across Generations
(24:15-29:59) - Parental Leave - Should one take it?
(30:00-36:09) -Fatherhood as an Equal Responsibility
(36:10-42:49) - The Joy of Spending Time With Children
(42:50-44:15) - Breaking Societal Pressure on Fathers
(44:16-48:38) - Advice to Parents & Concluding Remarks

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49min
September 08, 2024 Ep11: Speech delay in kids
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If your child has a speech delay, learn how to support their speech development through the experience of a mother who shares her journey of supporting her second son with speech delay.
In this episode of the Expat Parenting Show, host Ruchi is joined by Jasna, a mother raising two boys in Luxembourg. Jasna shares her personal journey of raising children in a multilingual environment while balancing professional and personal life as an expat. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to addressing her younger son’s speech delays, Jasna provides valuable insights for parents raising children in diverse linguistic and cultural settings.
The episode covers essential topics like:
- Differences in child-rearing between North Macedonia and Luxembourg
- The importance of maintaining the mother tongue in a multilingual setting
- Challenges of raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Strategies for early detection of language developmental delays
- Practical tips for engaging children in language learning and overcoming speech delays
Episode Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction of the guest & setting the context
5:00 - Moving from Macedonia to Luxembourg: A Parenting Journey
12:30 - Parenting in a Multilingual Environment: The Challenge of Language Input
20:45 - The Impact of the Pandemic on Children’s Social and Language Development
30:00 - Overcoming Language Delays: Early Detection and Solutions
42:00 - Importance of Mother Tongue in a Multilingual Family
50:00 - The Role of Educational Support and Therapy for Speech Delays
51:00 - Encouraging Multilingualism: Advice for Expat Parents
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56min
July 29, 2024 Ep10 : Mindful Parenting- Cultivating Cultural Values Abroad
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Join us in this enlightening episode of our podcast, as we dive into the challenges and triumphs of expat parenting with our guest, Suheyla Traore, a Turkish expat living in Luxembourg.
Explore the unique journey of mindful parenting, where we delve into the experiences of a Muslim family adapting to life in Europe, a place where Islam is not the predominant faith.
Our guest, Suheyla, shares her insightful stories on nurturing Islamic values within her children amidst a multicultural environment.
Learn how Suheyla and her family balance the integration of their cultural and religious practices with the diverse community around them, fostering a sense of identity and belonging.
This episode provides valuable perspectives on maintaining religious traditions and values in a secular setting, offering support and guidance for Muslim families navigating similar challenges abroad.
Happy listening! :)
Episode Chapters:
(00:00:00-00:01:26) - Highlights from the Episode
(00:01:27-00:05:48) - A little background of Suheyla's life and her relocation to Luxembourg
(00:05:49-00:07:24) - Nuances of raising children in a culture different from one's own, balancing safety, independence, and cultural integration
(00:07:25-00:10:29) - Overlap of Cultural and religious values in parenting
(00:10:30-00:11:31) - Natural inclination of kids to play with children coming from same culture
(00:11:32-00:15:32) - Impact of Grandparents on Children's lives
(00:15:33-00:20:16) - Inculcating cultural values through exemplification
(00:20:17-00:28:42) - Mindset of Global South and Global North and the associate value systems; Cross cultural learning in kids
(00:28:43-00:42:07) - Effects of Pop culture and Consumerism in children - cosmetic industry targeting young girls, violent video games & more
(00:42:08-00:46:19) - What is Islam?
(00:46:20-00:47:03) - Foundational principles of respecting diverse religions and perspectives in a multicultural setting
(00:47:03-00:49:01) - Use of native languages to connect children with their heritage & extended family members
(00:49:01-00:50:05) - Challenges and rewards of raising children in a religiously and culturally diverse environment
(00:50:05-00:57:01) - Benefits and the dangers of screen time
(00:57:01-01:00:00) - Fostering Inter-Generational Dialogue
(01:00:00-01:12:51) - Advice for parents & Concluding Remarks
Suheyla's Instagram Profile - Her Patisserie Page
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1h 13min
July 16, 2024 Ep9: Parenting Tips- Parenting in the UK as an Expat
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Explore the multifaceted journey of parenting and expat life in our latest episode of 'The Expat Parenting Show'. Our guest Rishikesh delves into the nuances of raising a child in a foreign country, addressing safety concerns, and maintaining cultural identity while adapting to new environments. From personal growth to practical parenting advice, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the expat experience in the UK. Tune in to uncover strategies for nurturing resilience and open-mindedness in children and learn how to thrive in a multicultural setting.
Episode Chapters:
(00:00-06:02) - New Beginnings Abroad
(06:03-12:53) - Moving to the UK in times of economic crisis
(12:54-19:01) - Manifesting your dream life - Personal experience from Rishikesh's life
(19:02-23:30) - Coming out of comfort zone
(23:31-25:38) - Commonality between strangers
(25:39-32:38) - The SECRET to building your network from scratch in a foreign country
(32:39-41:18) - Education, Cultural Integration, Adaptation : How is it for kids?
(41:19-47:57) - Rishikesh's perspective on raising a girl child
(47:58-54:04) - Limiting screen time in kids
(54:05-57:07) - Policing 24 x 7 is detrimental to a parent-child relationship
(57:08-01:01:26) - Mental health issues & bullying in the UK
(01:01:27-01:06:27) - Conclusion and Rishikesh's advice to Expat Parents
Hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to share this with your friends and subscribe to ‪@expatparentingshow‬ for more such interesting and insightful parenting conversations.

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1h 7min
July 01, 2024 Ep8: Positive Parenting- How to talk to your child
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In this engaging episode of the "Expat Parenting Show," listen as a Ruchi and her young son delve into topics that span future career dreams, the intricacies of expat life, and their personal experiences and cultural reflections.
This episode offers a unique glimpse into the thoughts and questions of a young mind, as well as the mother's perspective on raising a child in a multicultural setting.
Discover their takes on education, cultural identity, and the challenges and joys of parenting abroad.
Episode Chapters:
(00:00:00 - 00:01:46) - Introduction to the guest and teaser
(00:01:47 - 00:04:08) - Why did I start the Expat Parenting Show Podcast?
(00:04:09 - 00:07:42) - Do we have all answers as parents?
(00:07:43 - 00:09:38) - Importance of reading, types of books & Riansh's recommendation of a book for someone his age who does not like reading
(00:09:39 - 00:10:47) - Importance of writing from a child's perspective
(00:10:48 - 00:11:41) - Riansh's dream of future career
(00:11:42 - 00:13:24) - What is the difference between Knowing and Believing?
(00:13:25 - 00:15:34) - Example of how you can talk to your child
(00:15:35 - 00:19:18) - India's life, Population, Indian culture and other cultures, Festivals
(00:19:19 - 00:22:45) - Religion and Gods from the perspective of a child
(00:22:46 - 00:25:47) - India and geography and learning about new places
(00:25:28 - 00:29:35) - Cricket trivia, IPL, famous Indian cricket players
(00:29:23 - 00:31:16) - Some trivia about India
(00:31:17 - 00:33:14) - Did you know that birds are the only living dinosaurs?
Conversation on philosophical questions and observations from the child
(00:33:15 - 00:38:16) - Concluding Remarks & Riansh's advice to parents
This was a candid conversation between Ruchi and her son that might inspire you or your partner with some ideas on how to talk to your child.
What practices do you follow with your children and how do you encourage positive parenting at home? Do share your responses in the comments.
This is an experimental episode, so do tell me how did you like this episode.
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39min
June 23, 2024 Ep7: Integrating Expat Children into Luxembourg's Education System
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Looking to integrate your expat child into Luxembourg's education system? This episode provides valuable insight into schooling in Luxembourg and how to navigate the education system effectively.
Welcome to the seventh episode of our Expat Parenting Show, where we dive into the complexities of the Luxembourgish education system with Dwayne Godding, an American expat working at Luxembourg's Ministry of Education.
This episode offers an in-depth look at the schooling options available for expat families, the structure of both public and private sectors, and practical advice for parents navigating this multilingual system.
Our discussion covers how young children adapt to new languages, the crucial role of parental involvement, and the integration and support systems available for expat children. Additionally, we explore special education provisions and how the system prepares students for the workforce.
Don't miss the detailed explanations and insights that could help you make informed decisions for your children's education in Luxembourg.
Episode Chapters:
(0:00) - Introduction and Welcome
(1:32) - Guest Introduction: Dwayne from the Ministry of Education
(4:40) - Overview of School Tracks and Options in Luxembourg
(10:02) - Discussion on Language Requirements and Integration in Schools
(15:30) - Benefits and Challenges of Multilingual Education in Luxembourg
(20:45) - Deep Dive into Secondary Education Tracks
(25:50) - Comparisons between Luxembourgish and International Schools
(31:08) - Curriculum Difference Between the Luxembourgish Schools & International Schools in Public Education System of Luxembourg
(39:54) - Exposing Children to Multiple Languages - Yes or No?
(49:12) - Supporting System for Expat Families for Language Learning
(52:43) - What is there in the Luxembourgish Education System for Children with Special Needs?
(01:01:25) - Roles of Parents in a Child's Education
(01:08:58) - How does Luxembourgish Education System prepares Children for the workforce?
(01:24:00) - Concluding Remarks

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1h 27min
June 09, 2024 Ep6: Roots & Wings- Cultivating Cultural Identity Across Borders
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Expat Parenting Show, where we dive deep into the challenges and rewards of raising children in a foreign country.

Join your host, Ruchi Jaju, as she converses with Madhumalti Sharma, an expatriate mother living in Luxembourg.

With decades of experience in technology and as an entrepreneur, Madhumalti shares her insights on maintaining cultural roots, imparting religious values, and the importance of mother tongue in expat parenting.
Episode Chapters:
00:00:00 - 00:01:30 Introduction of Episode and Madhumalti Sharma
00:01:31 - 00:03:50 Madhumalti's Background and Expat Experience
00:03:51 - 00:06:20 Challenges of Expat Parenting
00:06:21 - 00:10:23 The Importance of Mother Tongue (Language) and Cultural Identity
00:10:24 - 00:15:00 Integrating Multiple Cultures
00:15:01 - 00:20:00 The Role of Community in Expat Life
00:20:01 - 00:25:00 Personal Stories of Cultural Integration from Ruchi and Madhumalti
00:25:01 - 00:30:00 Advice to New Expat Parents
00:30:01 - 00:42:00 Closing Thoughts
Madhumalti discusses the critical role languages play in connecting children with their heritage and the pivotal moments that shape expatriate children's cultural identity. She also shares practical advice for parents abroad on integrating and celebrating their native culture without alienating the cultures around them.
This episode is a must-watch for expatriate families and those interested in multicultural parenting.

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41min
June 03, 2024 Ep5: Baby Planning Essentials - Expert Tips and Trends
Welcome to our special podcast episode featuring Morgane, a certified baby planner and the founder of The Baby Planner Company.
After a decade in Luxembourg and a transition from the corporate legal world to motherhood, Morgane dedicates her expertise to helping expectant parents navigate the joys and challenges of preparing for a new baby.
Welcome to this insightful episode of the Expat Parenting Show, where host Ruchi Jaju discusses the nuances of effective co-parenting and the essentials of preparing for a new baby with guest expert Morgan Him.
Dive into practical advice and shared experiences from parents living abroad, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of each other's roles and the importance of communication. Whether you're expecting or planning for future parenthood, this episode is packed with valuable tips to help you navigate the complex yet rewarding journey of raising a child in a foreign country.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:16 Understanding the Roles in Co-Parenting
02:00 Discussing Symptoms and Communication in Relationships
05:00 The Importance of Knowing Parental Needs
10:00 Introducing Morgan, A Professional Baby Planner
14:00 Transitioning to Parenthood and the Impact on Personal and Professional Life
20:00 Navigating the Challenges of Expat Parenting
25:00 Practical Tips for Preparing Your Home for a New Baby
30:00 Importance of Community and External Support
00:44:02 Reassessing Baby Needs and Essentials
00:44:15 Simplifying Decisions: Basic Needs Over Wants
00:44:33 Reflections on Impulse Purchases and Amazon's Convenience
00:44:47 Availability of Baby Essentials Locally
00:45:01 The Importance of Focusing on Basics Over Trends
00:45:16 Avoiding Overwhelming Social Media Influences
00:45:42 Personal Struggles with Co-Sleeping and Cultural Differences
00:46:06 The Challenges and Variances in Parenting Styles
00:46:42 Discussion on Workplace Integration Post-Maternity
00:47:10 Introducing Morgan’s Petition for Better Work Conditions for Parents
00:49:33 The Significance of Community Support in Parenting
00:50:50 Overview of Petition Goals and the Importance of Collective Support
00:55:10 Empowering Parents: The Importance of Legal and Community Support
01:00:30 Bridging Gaps: Parental Support Systems in Luxembourg
01:05:50 Personal Stories and Community Engagement
01:10:15 Steps Forward: How to Support the Petition
01:15:00 Closing Thoughts: The Impact of Collective Effort
Whether you're a first-time parent or expanding your family, this episode is packed with invaluable guidance tailored for modern parenting challenges.
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Join us as we delve into the essentials of baby planning with an expert!
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1h 23min
May 26, 2024 Ep4: Teenage Transitions - Expat Parenting Stories from Luxembourg
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Today, we are joined by Andrew, a British national with over two decades of experience in human resources, who has been living in Luxembourg since 2008. Andrew has held key professional positions and is currently the President of the British Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg.
In this episode, we delve into his experiences and insights as an expat parent raising teenagers in a foreign country.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Andrew's journey as an expat parent in Luxembourg
- Parenting challenges and strategies for expat families
- Emotional and social development of children in a multicultural environment
- The multilingual aspect of education in Luxembourg
- Academic support and career guidance for teenagers
- The role of cultural associations like the British Chamber of Commerce
- Balancing cultural heritage with local integration
- Advice on discussing success and happiness with children
- Hopes and aspirations for the future of expat teenagers
Join us for an enlightening conversation as Andrew shares his invaluable experiences and advice for expat parents navigating the unique challenges of raising children in Luxembourg. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes!
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56min
May 19, 2024 Ep3: A Teacher's Journey of Parenting & Education in Luxembourg
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In this episode of the Expat Parenting Show, we have an engaging conversation with Vaishali Naik, a dedicated teacher, an active member of the Indian and Marathi communities in Luxembourg, and a passionate parent.
We'll dive into Vaishali's journey as an expat parent and what led her to settle in Luxembourg. Discover her motivation for choosing a career in education and hear about her prior experiences before becoming a teacher.
As someone deeply involved in the Marathi community, Vaishali shares her reasons for forming this community and how she brings her children closer to their home culture.

We'll explore how her children associate with Indian culture and their reception towards its various aspects.

From the dual perspective of a teacher and a parent, Vaishali offers valuable advice on what expat parents should prioritize when selecting a schooling board or curriculum for their children in Luxembourg.

We'll discuss the challenges and rewards of raising children while working as a teacher, including personal anecdotes that illustrate these experiences.
Drawing from Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," we'll reflect on the paradigm shift from control to purpose in parenting, with Vaishali providing her perspective on this from interactions with parents at school.

Tune in for an insightful and heartfelt discussion that sheds light on the educational opportunities and ecosystem in Luxembourg, helping expat parents make informed decisions for their families.

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1h 0min

FAQs about Expat Parenting Show:

How many episodes does Expat Parenting Show have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.