Life with Children

If you are feeling anxious about giving birth in Japan without understanding the culture or language, we highly recommend attending the foreigner maternity program held at St. Luke’s International University.

The "Maternal and Child Health Handbook" is a common practice for those born and raised in Japan, but many countries abroad do not have such a system. This well-managed system, which keeps track of growth records and vaccination history from birth, has been praised by people from overseas and is spreading to various parts of the world as a result.

Dealing with strong resistance at home can be frustrating. Try thinking about it this way and see how you can handle it.

You may feel anxious and want to do various things, but it's best when "Mom is healthy and away."

How should we respond, and to what extent should we intervene? This is a common issue that arises in group living situations for the first time.

Aren't you just running away from unpleasant things? Is being absent from school going to be okay for your future? This is for those who have such concerns.

How should we discipline young children who are still struggling with their language skills?

I don't think there are any parents who haven't struggled with their child not wanting to sleep. In fact, it's not necessary to be so particular about sleep duration.

Sometimes, children want to wear the same clothes every day. During those times, it's a good idea to listen to what they have to say.

"I don't want to take a nap at daycare." Have you ever expressed something like that? This can often lead to refusal to attend.

Runny noses, ear infections, and strep throat can all be managed this way. Your immune system will strengthen over time.

In the case of children, if they have a persistent cough but no other symptoms, it is generally okay.