Articles

Supporting Our Colleagues: Mental Illness and...

Supporting Our Colleagues: Mental Illness and Depression- ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​I do not think we are hearing enough from staff as many are likely suffering in silence; fearful or unable to reach out. Home-based work may simply compound the feelings of isolation.

in memoriam: Louise Shimizu

in memoriam: Louise Shimizu, It is with great sorrow that we have to announce that our dear friend, Louise Shimizu, passed away on Monday April 27, 2020 at her home in North Bethesda.

How To Make a no Sew Mask

My name is Kumi Toya. I am an expat partner, a mother of two, and I work from home.......

Life in quarantine in Addis Ababa – Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, COVID 19 was out there in a distant world until March 13th ..........

Rebuilding a Community When You Relocate

Most of us at WBFN have moved at least once.  Leaving behind everything familiar and starting over can be a challenge.

From pajamas to friendship, and how the WBFN has...

a 30 something year old woman .....having to leave her comfort zone, friends, family, her lovely apartment, her plants, the amazing coastline of Uruguay.......

Sleep & Sleep Hygiene

Obtaining healthy sleep is important for both physical and mental health. Adequate amount and good quality of sleep are basic human needs

Life Choices

 Members of the Family Network have varied experiences and outlooks on life. While professional growth and careers are important for some, for others it’s the needs of the home and family. 

Solving a Temporary Career Dilemma: from...

Marcela had spent over ten years to qualify as a pediatric intensive care specialist. She was working at a hospital in Brazilia when she and her husband decided to move to Chicago for two years...