After being on bed rest for 3 weeks and not being allowed to clean the house, it has become more evident than ever before that my French husband really does not know how to do a deep cleaning. In fact, he said he did not know how to dust. He admitted that he never had a chore day growing up and was only asked occasionally to help with cleaning. So what did he do now? He … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2011
Top Baby Names in France and Naming Trends for 2011
This year I have taken a particular interest in the top baby names in france for 2011 since I am giving birth in late September (or early October if I calculate by due date using the French method). Overall, in France the trend has been moving towards selecting shorter names. We are seeing less children in France named Alexandre or Nathalie, and more names like Lucas or … [Read more...]
French Lingerie Company Launches Line for 4 to 12 Year Olds
I have not been staying current with the news lately and was shocked to come across provocative photographs of lingerie for girls 4 to 12 years old. The photos reveal young girls posing in bras, panties and pearls as if they were young adults. Jours Après Lunes, the French lingerie company, states that the purpose of this new line is for young girls to be able to dress more … [Read more...]
The French Countryside vs Our Video Project
The clouds and rain rolled out of Normandy, leaving us in the French countryside with almost a full week of sun. I enjoyed soaking in some vitamin D by relaxing on our balcony in a cozy lounge chair that my mother-in-law brought over for me. I also redesigned my husband’s website – he is an English to French translator, plus offers other French language services. He wanted … [Read more...]
Making Sense of the Different Options for Childcare in France
I keep on getting confused about the different types of childcare options in France, so I decided to list them all down as a reference. Hope this helps you as well! Childcare Options in France Crèches – For children 2.5 months to 3 years old. Parents can select from an array of public or private crèches, but space is usually limited. If you live in a large city or a small … [Read more...]