by governess | Feb 5, 2026 | Family
For international families living in Marbella, Madrid, or elsewhere in Spain, February brings a vibrant cultural celebration that might feel unfamiliar yet proves impossible to ignore: Carnival, or Carnaval as it’s known locally. This pre-Lenten festival...
by governess | Jul 25, 2025 | Family
Summer holidays represent some of the most anticipated and potentially stressful times for families. After months of planning the perfect getaway, parents often find themselves navigating unexpected challenges as familiar family dynamics shift within unfamiliar...
by governess | Jun 27, 2025 | Family
In our hyperconnected world, technology has become as essential to family life as the breakfast table. Yet many parents struggle with finding the right balance—wanting their children to be digitally literate while also fostering genuine connection, creativity, and...
by governess | Jun 3, 2025 | Family
A message from Timea, Founder of The Governess & Co As I sit down to write this reflection, I can hardly believe that two full years have passed since we opened the doors of The Governess & Co. What began as a vision to transform how families find exceptional...
by governess | May 28, 2025 | Family
The arrival of a new baby is a transformative time for any family, but for older siblings, this change can be particularly challenging. They’re transitioning from being the youngest (or only) child to taking on a new role with different expectations and...
by governess | Mar 20, 2025 | Family
Family structures today are more diverse than ever, with many households forming what we call mosaic families—a beautiful mix of blended families, step-parenting, co-parenting, multicultural households, and extended family dynamics. While this diversity brings...
