Jennifer Thomé-Gao
I'm a freelance writer/translator.
Travel, History, Parenting, Motherhood, Nutrition, China, Germany, Science, Culture, Food, Recipes, Health.
PROJECTS
http://mom.me
There Might Be a Big Problem With Your Kid's College Savings
Blindly saving money in a 529 account may impact your child's ability to get financial aid.
girlboss.com
I Had $35,000 In Credit Card Debt With No Interest. Here’s How I Did It.
Leveraging interest-free credit cards can help you get through a rough patch, but you've got to be smart about it.
Fodor's
Fodor’s Go List 2018 - Mongolia
52 places to remind you what a wonderful world this is.
Yesterday, we published our No List, which underscored many of the challenges we face as travelers—as human beings, really—around the world. Sometimes it’s scary out there. Bad news seems to be everywhere, constantly upsetting our daily lives with fear and sadness. But resist, fellow mortal! Have hope for this extraordinary planet and its curiously charming inhabitants. This planet is, at heart, a magical place that’s worth exploring.
So...
VICE
How Chinese Women Get Around the One-Child Policy and Save Money by Giving Birth in the US | VICE | United States
Despite a recent crackdown on "birth tourism" centers in California, there are plenty of reasons for pregnant Chinese women to want to give birth on US soil....
the beijinger
The Secret Lives of Chinese Gamers
Professional gamer Teddy Guo shares the secrets of making it big in the gaming world, and which words are strictly forbidden in China's virtual reality.
http://mom.me
My Dirty Secrets For Keeping A Clean House
One Type-A mom shares how she keeps her house looking impeccable without ever really cleaning.
blog.adstage.io
5 Steps to Optimize Dayparting
Dayparting is a must for anyone running online ads, and optimizing it is an effective way to both decrease your spend and increase ROI. Below is a list of five steps that can help you optimize your campaigns.
Moving Pictures magazine
Timeless Timepieces
Elegant watches don't just tell the time, but a story of the ages.
http://mom.me
Since You Won’t Say It, I Will: Having a Baby Sucks!
Postpartum depression doesn’t always look the way you'd expect...
Moving Pictures magazine
On Location: China
An in-depth look into the Chinese film industry, its historical roots, and its grim modern reality.
http://mom.me
The Secret Ingredient That Got My Toddler to Sleep Through the Night, Every Night
When we finally finished sleep training my toddler, I thought we’d finally get some rest. But, no. Here's the secret ingredient that finally got us sleeping through the night.
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I Quit Pumping and Finally Made More Milk
Pumping has always been the bane of my existence, and it turns out quitting was the best thing that could have happened to my supply.
http://mom.me
How to Co-Parent When Your Partner Kind of Sucks At It
With co-parenting quickly becoming the new norm in America, how do we ensure this new arrangement works for everyone involved?
girlboss.com
How To Practice Self-Care After Losing Your Job
Getting laid off or fired can be a serious emotional and financial shock to the system. But proper self-care can help you emerge stronger, more confident, and more successful than before.
http://mom.me
9 Ways to Keep Your Family Safe When Traveling Abroad
After hearing that we were taking our toddler on a journey around the globe, everyone asked: don’t you worry something might happen?
Of course I do! But I also know that good preparation can prevent bad things from happening.