Pregnancy & Parenting
Insights and tips on pregnancy, birth, and parenting in France—healthcare, maternity leave, childcare, and raising kids as an expat in a new culture.
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How to Hire an Assistante Maternelle in France
Hiring an assistante maternelle in France means more than finding great childcare; it makes you an employer under French law. This guide covers the contract, Pajemploi, CMG, pay rates, and indemnitiés, plus the surprising rules around signing, ending and everything…
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Getting a Crèche Place in France: What Nobody Tells You
Struggling to get a crèche place in France? Here's how to apply, what to expect, and your backup options if you don't get in.
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Having a Baby in France as an American – The Full Guide
Navigating pregnancy and birth in France as an American doesn't have to feel impossible. From the déclaration de grossesse deadline to choosing a maternité, CAF benefits, and what France actually offers new parents, here's the full roadmap, based on firsthand…
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Due Date in France: How It’s Calculated & What to Expect
How the due date is calculated in France and a look at the difference between the US. Also, a breakdown of the expectations of check-ups between France & the US.
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Maternity Leave in France: Your Guide to Congé Maternité
Everything you need to know about taking your maternity leave in France, from the length, what to expect before, during, and after as well as the different options if you need to extend your leave.
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Childbirth Preparation Classes in France: What to Expect
Your 7 childbirth preparation classes in France are covered 100% by the Assurance Maladie, no cost, no catch. Here's what the sessions cover, how to find a sage-femme near you, and what to expect from start to finish.
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Miscarriage in France: What to Expect and Your Rights
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.
