Pregnant in a Foreign Country? Read This First
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Whether it was part of the plan or life’s surprise, you might picture a smooth journey — prenatal checkups that flow with ease, a supportive birthing team, traditions that feel both exciting and comforting.
But here’s the truth: becoming a mother in a foreign country is often far from effortless. It’s beautiful, yes — but also confusing, lonely, and full of moments you never see on Instagram.
My own story proves it.
When I first dreamed of having a child abroad, I thought I’d be prepared for everything. Reality had other plans. I stumbled through confusing healthcare systems, faced bills that shocked me, and learned about maternity leave policies the hard way. Friends offered advice, but their experiences never quite matched mine.
That gap — between the picture we imagine and the reality we live — is why I wrote Maternity Abroad: Becoming a Mother in a Foreign Land.
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What makes this book different
This isn’t a manual full of checklists. It’s a companion for the moments you feel both lost and strong, built from real stories of women who gave birth far from home. Together, we explore:
How healthcare systems change what “care” looks like
The cultural norms that shape birth and recovery
What it means to raise a child without the support system you once counted on
And how to find belonging — even when everything feels foreign.
Because motherhood abroad isn’t just about surviving. It’s about discovering strength you didn’t know you had.
💌 Want a sneak peek? Download the first 40 pages here — free.
And yes, I’m already working on my next book: Parenting Unpacked. If Maternity Abroad is about beginnings, Parenting Unpacked is about the long journey — identity, belonging, and the quiet courage it takes to raise a family across cultures.
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Other Publications
Fifteen Minutes at a Time follows Emily and Daniel under the rain‑soaked arches of Waterloo Bridge, where routine turns into connection and glances say more than words.
This short story is free to read — a little escape into tenderness and possibility.
🌍 Parenting abroad isn’t just logistics — it’s identity, belonging, and the quiet work of building a home away from home. Parenting Unpacked is here to hold your hand through it.
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Discover how Maternity Abroad found a home at Livraria Tesouro in Crissier, Switzerland. A literary moment connecting expat moms and immigrant readers seeking belonging.