Show Notes

How she got to China

She and Fish were happy and settled as expats in London when they felt like there was just something more… a new adventure… ahead of them. With two small kids, they packed up and came to Shanghai for Fish to bring a UK business to China.

Memorable “This is China” moment

Losing her three-year-old in a massive supermarket within a month of coming to China. Tune in to hear Jodie’s tips for preventing that from happening!

Motivational tips

As a stay@home mama, her kids are always around. This helps her keep her cool so they don’t freak out.

Greatest victory

It’s the little daily victories that make her proud of learning how to manage life in China. Her first Chinese phone call was a big deal! Not to mention, her growing understanding of the Chinese culture. It’s a bit like a puzzle that she’s piecing together one day at a time. Jodie and her family take amazing adventures within the city which they all love.

School situation

Her eldest daughter goes to Guangqi Academy, a small bi-lingual school that allows students to learn in whichever language they’re most comfortable with. It’s also a parent-led school so Jodie volunteers her time as a music teacher. For her middle two daughters, she home schools.

Jodie’s Tips & Tricks

Brings from home

Vegemite or marmite

Fav local resource

yihaodian.com (online ordering service)

Parting wisdom

Give yourself time to settle in China. Don’t decide whether you love it or not in the first few months. Get out and explore! When you’re missing people from home, don’t stay at home, reach out to your friends here. Let people know how you’re feeling.

How to Connect

Connect with Jodie @ jetsetjodie@gmail.com