BAMBI Magazine November 2025
Hello dear BAMBI families!
I’m the Playgroup Co-coordinator, and I’m delighted to greet you in this November issue.
This month’s theme, Family, Redefined, couldn’t feel more real to me. I’m Korean, my husband is Dutch but carries a French surname from ancestors who once moved from France, and his maternal grandfather was Chinese-Indonesian. Our child was born in Thailand, and we are supported by our nanny, who is Burmese but strongly identifies as Nepali.
Blending these backgrounds isn’t easy, but it is rewarding. At home, we are creating our own family culture, borrowing from Korea, the Netherlands, and Thailand. It’s sometimes messy, often complex, but always meaningful.
This reminds me that family is not about fitting into one single mold, but about love, respect, and learning to grow together. In some societies, the idea of a “modern family” is still narrow, but I believe that the more we celebrate diversity, the more inclusive and welcoming our communities will become. My hope is that one day families of all shapes and structures will be valued equally without judgment.
That’s what Family, Redefined is really about—breaking molds and building bonds in new ways. And BAMBI is a wonderful place to see this in action: families from every corner of the world, all supporting and learning from each other here in Bangkok.
I’m also excited to share some updates from the Playgroups Team. After the summer break, we successfully launched two new playgroups, and we’re preparing to add even more. Playgroups continue to be the heart of BAMBI, where children play and parents find connection and support.
Wherever you’re from and however your family is shaped, know that BAMBI is here to celebrate your journey.
Erica Lang
Playgroups Co-coordinator