At an event about African traditions, I learned the meaning of “teranga” — a Senegalese word that’s less about hospitality and more about presence, care, and intention. Since then, it’s stayed with me and continues to shape the way I write and connect.

Over an iced tea and a cookie, one more chapter came to life — this time, on how our identity reshapes itself in migration. Parenthood might be the lens, but the questions reach further.

I finally figured out why social media started to feel so heavy: AI everywhere. I use it too, but lately it’s been drowning out my own voice. Here’s how I’m choosing less polish and more presence, because I don’t want to just post, I want to connect.

What does it really mean to be a “good parent” when you’re raising your child in another country? In my latest post, I share how even a simple day at the playground in Switzerland revealed how culture shapes love, care, and parenting — and why I believe love always has an accent.

I hit a wall with social media. The constant pressure to post and scroll left me drained, so I’ve decided to step back. I’ll be here, on my blog — writing honestly, without the noise.

Under a rainy London bridge, Emily admits what she's never dared say aloud: maybe love just isn't for her. But Daniel - her best friend's older brother who keeps showing up on her daily coffee runs - isn't convinced. As the rain falls and secrets slip out, Emily begins to wonder if love doesn't always arrive in fireworks... sometimes, it shows up fifteen minutes at a time.

It took a while to get approved, but we made it! My official Amazon Author page is now up and running — with a multilingual bio and space to follow new releases, wherever you are in the world.

Discover how Maternity Abroad found a home at Livraria Tesouro in Crissier, Switzerland. A literary moment connecting expat moms and immigrant readers seeking belonging.

Join me and linguist Dr. Débora Pasin in a powerful live conversation (in Brazilian Portuguese) on “Brazilian Women Abroad: From Adaptation to Life Overseas.” Explore cultural insights, practical advice, and heartfelt reflections on building a new life away from home. A must-watch for aspiring immigrant women!

Maternity Abroad: Becoming a Mother in a Foreign Land” is now available for free reading at the Municipal Library of Maia in Portugal. This heartfelt guide brings real stories from immigrant mothers, offering practical tips and emotional support for navigating motherhood far from home.

After a slight delay (thanks to an unexpected wave of colds and flu 🤧), Parenting Unpacked: The Honest Guide for Raising Kids Abroad is officially in development editing! This book has been a labor of love, and I’m incredibly proud of how it’s coming together. Can’t wait to share more updates soon!

Turns out, when your kid starts daycare, you get sick with a new virus every day! 🤧 After a month of non-stop colds, I’m finally back—with big news! Our book has a new name: Parenting Unpacked: The Honest Guide for Raising Kids in a Foreign Land. Stay tuned for more updates!

The Maternity Abroad guidebooks are now in Dublin for the IV Perinatal Symposium!