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Indonesian Florida

A site devoted to Indonesians living in Florida and Americans married to
Indonesians. The site includes a discussion board, lists of Indonesian stores, services,
and restaurants in Florida, books, music, Indonesian communities, and a lot
more information.
http://www.indonesianflorida.com

EuroAsia Community

A non-profit online community for European-Asian
couples. Also for all nationalities who have European or Asian
background. It's free to sign up, and to use all the facilities on the
website. You can share your stories, photos etc.

http://www.euro-asia.dk

Multilingual Munchkins
A site devoted to supporting the efforts of parents raising multilingual children.
http://multilingualmunchkins.com

Bilingual Supplies for Children
Supplies and web resources for bilingual families.
http://www.bilingual-supplies.co.uk/newwebsitemainpage.htm

Gender Practices in Language
Collection of articles by Sarah Benor, Mary Rose, Devyani Sharma, Julie Sweetland, and Qing Zhang, on gendered practices in language from various cultural perspectives including Japanese politeness norms
http://cslipublications.stanford.edu/site/1575863189.htm

Bilingual Families
This page is intended primarily as a place for bilingual parents to find information and resources to help them raise their children bilingually.
http://www.nethelp.no/cindy/biling-fam.html

Multilingual Matters
A searchable listing of numerous resources on multilingual matters.
http://www.multilingual-matters.com

Kids Bilingual Network
KBN is an international network of bilingual or multilingual families.On this site you can look for other bilingual families in the country where you live, and submit your name and e-mail address, so others can contact you.
http://hjem.wanadoo.dk/~wan42942/frameset.html

Bilingual Parenting in a Foreign Language
For parents interested in raising their children in a foreign language (non-native language to both parents).
http://www.byu.edu/~bilingua

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GeoBaby.Com

A community and resource site for english speaking parents and pregnant women in Hong Kong.

http://www.geobaby.com

Parents Centres
Parents Centres are located in 56 areas in New Zealand and offer four core services to members: childbirth education; parent support groups; parent education advocacy; and lobbying for parenting, birthing and families.
http://www.parentscentre.org.nz

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Prem Dana Takada MA.

Fully trained Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist

Providing effective individual and couple psychotherapy for the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, relationship, sexual and eating disorders, abuse history, psychiatric disorders, cross cultural issues, work issues and for personal growth. 17 years international work experience in Australia, England and Asia. Prem Dana's approach draws on diverse training in Cognitive Psychology, Couple and Family Therapy, Hypnotherapy and Brief and Solution Focused approaches in Australia, London, Asia and the U.S.

Call (03) 3449 2526

http://www2.gol.com/users/language/dana/ 

Counseling, Psychotherapy and Support, Tokyo and Japan (in English):
http://www2.gol.com/users/andrew/
Counseling, Psychotherapy and Support, Tokyo and Japan (in Japanese):

http://www2.gol.com/users/andrew/ashj.html

Ikebukuro Counseling Center (ICC provides confidential counseling in
English, Japanese, and Spanish, and also multicultural and women's
support groups, in addition to dance therapy groups for all residents
in the Tokyo community. Our bilingual counselors, psychologists and
psychotherapists assist individuals, couples and families experiencing
stress, anxiety, depression and other difficulties in their personal,
social, working, and multicultural relationships.

Ikebukuro Counseling Center (in Japanese):

http://www.hozumiclinic.com/counselingcenterj.html

Ikebukuro Counseling Center (in English):

http://www.hozumiclinic.com/counselinge.html

Hozumi Clinic is a medical and daycare center providing professional
and confidential client centered, adult rehabilitation day care
services, medical support, certified psychotherapy and licensed
psychiatric consultation for Tokyo area residents. Assisting
individuals, couples and families experiencing stress or difficulties
in their interpersonal, family, social or working relationships.
Japanese health insurance accepted.

Hozumi Clinic (in Japanese):

http://www.hozumiclinic.com/

Hozumi Clinic (in English):

http://www.hozumiclinic.com/counselingjapan.html

T-1 Communications Japan

Save up to 85% on your international and domestic long distance calling
using Japan's fastest largest Type I carriers. Registration is free and they
don't have any additional charges. T1 is not an internet or callback service.
!! WRITE FWC IN THE COMMENT SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION AND GET
20 MINUTES OF FREE CALLING TIME !!
http://www.t-1.co.jp

The Foreign Buyers' Club

Food and fun from home--direct to your door--anywhere in Japan!

http://www.fbcusa.com/public2/

The Foreign Buyers Club Express

Food and fun from home--direct to your door--anywhere in Japan! 

http://www.fbcexpress.com

The Flying Pig

Great Prices from Costco...Online.

http://theflyingpig.com

United for a Multicultural Japan
UMJ was established to provide a forum for foreign spouses of Japanese and permanent residents who share many common experiences and to unite our efforts in improving the living environment for the international community and society as a whole.
http://www.ufj.gol.com/

iKjeld.com
A site that visually introduces the everyday culture of modern-day Japan seen from a foreign correspondent's perspective. It goes beyond the headlines and shows what happens in the everyday lives of the Japanese. With lots of helpful hints on good books, places to visit, and people to watch.
http://ikjeld.com

Bilingualism and Japanology
Articles and scholarly research on bilingualism and biculturalism in Japan in five languages.
http://www.kagawa-jc.ac.jp/~steve_mc/epublist.html

Tokyo With Kids
Resources and a email list for people raising kids in Tokyo and all over Japan.
http://www.tokyowithkids.com/index.html

Homeschooling in Japan.
A site devoted to guiding parents living in Japan who plan to homeschool their children. This is a very comprehensive resource for information on all aspects of homeschooling in Japan.
http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~ja8i-brtl/index.htm

Chanpon
An online home for the Japanese intercultural community worldwide.
http://www.chanpon.org

JapanToday
Find out what's going on in Japan! News, sports, commentary, and headlines by email from Japan.
http://www.japantoday.com

Married in Japan (MIJ)
An online community of foreign women in a relationship with a Japanese man. Free membership and local gettogethers held.
http://www.marriedinjapan.homestead.com/MIJ.html

Go-Girls
A teacher/student matching site and community for women.
http://www.go-girls.jp

Alexandra Press
Books related to living in Japan.
http://www.alexandrapress.com

Cafeglobe.com

Women on the globe--breaking the Web's language barrier.

http://www.cafeglobe.com/cafe/wotg/index_en.html

From Hanna

English language lifestyle support site.

http://www.jp.from-hanna.com/index.html

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Bright Future Lactation Resource: Supporting the People Who Support Breastfeeding. Find more articles by Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC here!
http://bflrc.com/

Ask Dr. Sears
Get expert advice from breastfeeding and attachment-parenting adcocate and author Dr. William Sears.
http://askdrsears.com

Mothering
A great alternative to all the mainstream parenting magazines out there. They are bf and ap friendly.
http://www.mothering.com

Got Breastmilk
A fun, friendly message board by and for breastfeeding moms. FWC's own "Gotmilk" is the creator so please check it out.
http://www.got-breastmilk.org

No Stupid Question
Another great message board in support of breastfeeding, attachment-parenting moms.
http://pub36.ezboard.com/bnostupidquestion

Kelly's Attachment Parenting Pages
Support and information for breastfeeding and attachment parenting moms.
http://www.kellymom.com/

Dr. Jay Gordon
Medical advice on breastfeeding and children's health.
http://www.drjaygordon.com/

MamaRoo Baby Sling
A one or two shoulder support sling that offers several wearing positions; cross-carry, back-carry, cradle- carry, hip-carry. The new site has many pictures, lots of information and user comments. There is also information about breastfeeding, co- sleeping, infant sign language, and diaper-free/ elimination communication.
http://www.mamaroobabysling.com

Parentbytes

Your best resource for parenting tips and insight online; where proactive parents come to be informed, laugh, relax and get organized.

http://www.parentbytes.com

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Kathy Dettwyler's Thoughts on Breastfeeding
Kathy Dettwyler looks at breastfeeding from a biocultural perspective. This page includes her thoughts on
extended breastfeeding, natural weaning ages and many other aspects of breastfeedimg.
http://www.prairienet.org/laleche/dettwyler.html

Ted Grenier's Breastfeeding Page
"Let's make the world a place where breastfeeding works better for mothers and babies! Industrialized and developing countries can learn from each other on this issue. Here are articles I have written on issues like: needs of working mothers, sustained breastfeeding, increasing the father's involvement, the threat of HIV transfer through breast milk, breastfeeding and maternal health and nutrition, breastfeeding promotion, the meaning of 'weaning,' the infant food industry, and more." Ted Greiner
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Spa/3156/index.html

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ProMom
Promotion of Mother's Milk, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public awareness and public acceptance of breastfeeding.
http://promom.org

La Leche League International
Breastfeeding support and advocacy from the breastfeeding pioneers.
http://lalecheleague.org

World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action
Breastfeeding Advocacy and information on the Nestle boycott.
http://www.waba.org.br/

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Kangaroo Korner
Great-looking, easy-to-use, comfortable slings made in the USA.
http://kangarookorner.com

Attachments
Attachment Parenting gear like slings, breastfeeding supplies, breastfeeding dolls.
http://www.attachmentscatalog.com/index.html

Motherwear
Breastfeed your baby in style with beautiful nursing clothes from Motherwear. Shop online. Free catalog!

One Hot Mama
http://www.onehotmama.com/

Mommy Gear
http://www.mommygear.com/

Family Resources
Nursing bras, including hard-to-fit sizes.
http://www.birthandbaby.com/shop/categories/Home.shtml

Mamámoda
Mamámoda specializes in unique, elegant, hand-tailored nursing clothes.
http:///www.mamamoda.com

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A couple of fun sites for kids who are growing up English/Japanese bilingual
http://www.kids-space.org/index.html
http://jin.jcic.or.jp/kidsweb/index-j.html

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The tax guys. If you are living and working overseas you still have to file income taxes! Get the information you need here.
http://irs.gov

Links to all the US Embassies around the world.
http://usembassy.state.gov/

Important information from the State Department for Americans living overseas. Passport and visa information and travel warning for countries around the world.
http://www.state.gov/

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Search engine listing Australian and New Zealand shopping websites.

http://www.firstsearch.co.nz

GeoExpat.Com

A community and resource site for expatriates in Hong Kong.
http://www.geoexpat.com

American Womens Club of Malm· Sweden
http://www.awcmalmo.com

FAWCO, Federation of American Womens Clubs Overseas
http://www.fawco.org

Jet Set Living

The expatriate entrepeneur's comprehensive resource. We'll show you how to get more Prosperity, Freedom and Adventure in your life. http://jetsetliving.com

Expat Express

ExpatExpress brings common, everyday U.S. grocery and household items right to your home abroad. Unlike shopping groups, however, you need not buy in quantity, there are no case requirements, and no long waits for your purchases. Shopping with ExpatExpress is the closest thing to actually shopping at a grocery store in the U.S.

http://www.expatexpress.com

Expat Grapevine (Global Directory for Expats)
Looking for someone overseas? Expat Grapevine specializes in helping expats
the world over find each other.
http://www.expatgrapevine.com/

IDS
A taste of home for any British expat. IDS is the leading UK supplier to the international diplomatic corps, and the longest serving. Offering Wines, Beers, Spirts, Tobacco products, Foods and Household items for Air or Sea freight anywhere in the world.
http://www.i-d-s.com

Expat Expert
Supporting expat families around the world.
http://www.expatexpert.com/

Being-A-Broad
Support and information for women overseas.
http://www.beingabroad.gol.com and http://www.being-a-broad.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard/ikonboard.cgi

Expatriate Financial Services
Offers tailor made financial solutions for expatriates and overseas foreign residents. Fully licensed and regulated by the Belgian governmental body the Office de Controle Assurance. Service includes planning for pensions, savings, investment and insurances.
http://www.rdoyle.com

Message Paris
A support and contact group for English-speaking mothers and mothers-to-be living in Paris and the surrounding suburbs. We have approximately 1000 members. All nationalities are welcome.
http://www.messageparis.org

The New Zealand Edge
A great way for New Zealanders to stay in touch with their heritage. The New Zealand Edge is a new way of thinking about our identity, people, stories, achievements and place in the world.
http://www.nzedge.co.nz/

International Divorce
A highly experienced international family lawyer based in New York provides information concerning international family law.
www.international-divorce.com

Expat Focus
An "all-purpose" site for expats: Financial, employment, community, tools, links and such.
www.expatfocus.com

Cultural Awareness International, Inc.& Cultural Relocation Services
Providing global and domestic relocation/destination services and intercultural training worldwide.
www.culturalawareness.com

Living in Indonesia, A Site for Expatriates

Providing a wealth of practical information for expatriates planning to move to or already living in Indonesia.

http://www.expat.or.id/

Expats In China

Whether you have been living in China for years, are planning to move here, or just want to learn more about Chinese culture and the experience of life as an expatriate in China, you've come to the right place...

http://www.expatsinchina.com

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Legitimate Work From Home Jobs

Find a legitimate work from home job and and spend more time with your children.

http://www.legitimate-work-from-home-jobs.com