Paperwork
Guides to navigating French bureaucracy—visas, residency permits, official documents, declarations, and tips for managing the paperwork needed to live in France.
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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.
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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 : First Steps, Declaration & What to Expect
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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How I Applied for French Nationality by Marriage 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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Your First Trimester Appointment in France: What to Expect
Here's what to expect at your first trimester appointment in France, ultrasound and all.
