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A Buckeye in Paris

From Buckeye to Baguette

Welcome to A Buckeye In Paris!

My name is Sarah and I moved to Paris in March 2020, a week before confinement n°1. This little corner of the internet is where you can find my tales of dealing with the ever-mystic French Administration as well as the latest baking endeavor.

I hail from the great state of Ohio, the buckeye state, and have left everything behind to join my husband (you can read the story here) in baguette country. I would not trade this life for anything! Come along with me as I explore Paris as an expat, bake my American comfort foods, and create a balanced life between French administration and la je ne sais quoi. 

  • Healthcare & Insurance

    How to Apply for French Sécurité Sociale as a Foreigner

    Sarah / 18 July 2025

    New to France? Wondering about Sécurité Sociale? Learn how to apply for sécurité sociale as a foreigner, with step-by-step instructions, required documents, and insider tips for success.

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    Pregnancy & Parenting

    How to calculate your due date in France and expectations

    Sarah / 16 May 2025

    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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  • Pregnancy & Parenting

    Pregnant in France : Congé Maternité

    Sarah / 9 March 2025

    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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  • Pregnancy & Parenting

    Pregnant in France: 7 childbirth preparation classes

    Sarah / 30 October 2024

    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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  • Pregnancy & Parenting

    Pregnant in France: What to expect at your first trimester appointment in France

    Sarah / 18 September 2024

    Here's what to expect at your first trimester appointment in France, ultrasound and all.

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  • Pregnancy & Parenting

    Pregnant in France: Essential First Steps for Being Pregnant in France

    Sarah / 21 August 2024

    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…

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Bonjour et bienvenue!
My name is Sarah and I'm A Buckeye in Paris. I moved to Paris (only took 20 years) in 2020 because I fell in love with a Frenchman.
This blog details my American Francophile life; navigating French administration (and sharing all the details about surviving it), Paris tips and tricks, how to beat the immigrant blues and much, much more!
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