Life in France
Honest advice and practical insights on daily life in France as an immigrant—culture, healthcare, integration, bureaucracy, and everyday essentials.
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Pregnant in France: 7 childbirth preparation classes
In France, one part of your pregnancy journey consists of the 7 childbirth preparation classes that cover a variety of subjects to prepare you for the arrival your baby. These classes typically start around the 7th month of pregnancy and…
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Miscarriage in France
Miscarriage is not an easy topic to discuss. This is a subject that touches 1 in 8 women will experience a miscarriage. Here is my experience with a miscarriage in France.
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Pregnant in France: Early Prenatal Interview : Entretien Prénatal Précoce
The early prenatal interview, entretien prénatal précoce, is an appointment that allows conversation between you and your doctor/midwife about the pregnancy. This is a moment to ask any and all questions you may have.
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Pregnant in France: Declaring your pregnancy in France
Declaring your pregnancy in France unlocks a whole host of next steps in your pregnancy journey. This can be done by you or your midwife by sending in a form to CAF.
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Applying for French Nationality as an American
My final step in my integration on my French journey is applying for French nationality as an American married to a French national, also known as nationalité par déclaration.
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Pregnant in France: What to expect at your first trimester appointment in France
Here's what to expect at your first trimester appointment in France, ultrasound and all.
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Pregnant in France: Essential First Steps for Being Pregnant in France
So you’re late and not in the sense to a very important date, you think you might be pregnant. What do you do next? Who do you see? Do I need to immediately change my diet? There’s no need to…
