I wrote an article before giving birth about the French parental style. After giving birth to my daughter, I realize now that I must clarify something in my last post about French parental styles. The French do not judge other parents, but they … [Continue reading]
Flying with a Newborn From France to the USA
After months of anticipation, we finally did it! We flew with our 6 week old from Paris, France to Orlando, Florida USA. We went to the mairie of the city where she was born and applied for her French passport when she was only 2 weeks old. They … [Continue reading]
My Experience Giving Birth in France
Giving birth in France was an experience that I will never forget. Nothing went as planned and I was constantly arguing with midwifes and doctors. I then felt stress, pressure and frustration throughout my week-long stay there afterwards. The best … [Continue reading]
Giving Birth in France – My Birth Story
On October 6, I gave birth to a healthy baby girl in the small city of Bayeux in France. Juliana was born on her French due date and not a moment sooner than she was ready. We had an eventful, long and difficult labor – of which, I have mixed … [Continue reading]
Final Cours de Preparation Pour Naissance with a Sage-Femme
We attended the 4th and final cours de preparation pour naissance (birth preparation class) with a sage-femme (midwife). I left this class feeling much more relaxed than I did with the last session. This time we discussed different positions for … [Continue reading]