Giving Birth Abroad with Ana Cuchi Gracia

How do you navigate something as intimate, personal, and BIG as becoming a parent, when you’re in another country and don’t speak the language?  “There's so many layers to giving birth abroad. Yes, birth is birth. Definitely we all agree. But you definitely need a set of extra tools.” Ana shares some of what she’s learned through her own journey to parenthood, through listening to others’ stories, and through her training to become a newborn care specialist and a doula. In this episode we talk about Doula what? Confusion between a doula, midwife, maternity nurse, newborn care specialist, nanny, babysitter, etc.; Using your voice to channel your energy in pregnancy, birth and postpartum; Surprising challenges + surprisingly easy ways to help it go smoother; and so much more. RESOURCES mentioned in the episode:  My Birth Story Abroad (also on instagram)- Ana Cuchi Gracia’s project collecting expat women’s stories Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth La Voz en el Parto - chanting for pregnancy, birth and postpartum The Virtual Midwife Karen Wilmot La Leche League - find your local group, Leader, or find a group holding meetings online Book Now for your free consultation - you could have a "doula for change and transition" RATHER READ? I’ve got you covered with a transcript. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? Take a screenshot and share it with your friends … tag @ResilientExpats. ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST: Ana is a Spaniared in Budapest who’s passionate about creating a community of support for mothers abroad. In My Birth Story Abroad she’s collecting women’s stories from around the world to share knowledge and experiences to encourage each other. With a background in translation and interpretation, Ana taught at international schools and has now pivoted to personal support for mothers… soon to be a newborn care specialist and a doula. CONNECT with Ana: Website: www.anacuchigracia.com Email Ana Instagram: @MyBirthStoryAbroad ABOUT YOUR HOST: Kim Adams is an American raising three daughters along with her math-teaching husband of 20 years. She loves photography, reading, thunderstorms, walking on the beach, camping where there are no bugs, and has a weakness for mint chocolate chip ice cream.  To set up a conversation with Kim to learn how she can support you, go to ResilientExpats.com/Adapt and hit “Apply Now.” CONNECT WITH KIM:  Email Resilient Expats LLC website Facebook page Free Parents Community on Facebook Book Now for your free consultation to smooth your transitions & maximize your expat experience Affiliate Links: Some links may be affiliate referrals. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.