Author Archives: Amy Dang

Beyond the Fog: Finding My Village in the Pacific Northwest

As a Vietnamese bilingual mom in the Pacific Northwest, my journey has felt a little [...]

Vietnamese Activities for Babies (7–12 Months)

Around ten months old, my son discovered animal sounds. He wasn’t just saying them. He [...]

Vietnamese Activities for Babies (0–6 Months)

When my first baby was born, I worried about a lot of things: Was I [...]

8 Gentle Ways to Encourage Your Child to Speak Vietnamese

Simple, playful tips for bilingual families. Because language is connection, not perfection. Raising bilingual kids [...]

A Day in Vietnamese Songs: A Gentle Playlist for Your Little One

What is the sweetest, most heartwarming ways to nurture bilingualism from babyhood? It’s music. Songs [...]

Why We Use OPOL (and Why Bilingual Parenting Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All)

When people ask how we’re raising our children bilingual, my short answer is usually: we [...]

My “Dummies” Book for Bilingual Parenting

When I first started raising my children bilingually, I wanted someone to hand me the [...]

Why Raising a Bilingual Child is Worth It (Even When It’s Hard)

Some days, raising bilingual kids feels beautiful. Some days, it feels like talking to yourself. [...]