We speak to five of Hong Kong’s coolest mamas about their pregnancies and childbirth, and how to stay happy and healthy through it all. By Zoe Belhomme, Tanya Hodgson and Carla Thomas. The Yoga Teacher: ROSEMARY VANDENBROUCKE Yoga Teacher, Pure From modelling to yoga to launching pop-up discos, there isn't much that Hong Kong influencer Rosemary … [Read more...]
The Sound of Silence: A Journey into Vipassana
One of the world’s oldest meditation techniques, the practice of Vipassana has been taught for over 2,500 years. Emma Williamson takes us inside a 10-day silent retreat in India. One of the world’s oldest meditation techniques, the practice of Vipassana has been taught for over 2,500 years. Emma Williamson takes us inside a 10-day silent retreat in India. Sitting in … [Read more...]
Baby Basics: Hong Kong’s Friendliest Baby Store
After losing their jobs, the Bumps to Babes team are back again on a new platform to offer their expertise and same level of great customer service, this time at one-stop shop Baby Basics. The team has more than 15 years of personalised service in the baby retail business. Just four months into operations, Baby Basics is flying high. Co-founded by sisters Arati and Anu Limbu, … [Read more...]
Our Top 5 Tips on Preparing for a Maternity Photo Session
Congratulations on your pregnancy! It's a life changing journey full of overwhelming joy and excitement so it's only natural to want to capture and preserve these precious moments forever. Make sure you get the best shots possible with our guide for preparing for your maternity photo session. 1. Plan ahead - between 30 and 34 weeks is the most ideal time Your baby bump … [Read more...]
How Hong Kong’s Restaurant Industry is going green
As the world wakes up to its mounting waste problems, businesses are making dramatic operational changes in order to reduce their environmental impact. Zoe Belhomme takes a closer look at how Hong Kong’s restaurant industry is leading the charge. It was in preparation for last year’s Volvo Ocean Race that local restaurant group Castelo Concepts decided to remove plastic … [Read more...]