27. A Conversation on Giving Birth in Turkey and Cultural Differences

EPISODE 27 I’ll be taking a break from our “Mothers Around the World” series for the time being. To close things out,  we’re joined by a mom living in Turkey. Sarah shares what it’s like to live and parent in the Middle East and how it compares to experiences in the States.    Sarah Bahiraei is a writer, teacher, wife, and mom. Once upon a time, she hopped a plane to the Middle East with a one-way ticket in hand. Now she lives in Turkey with her husband, Afshin, and daughter, Esther. She has a heart for humanitarian work, refugee aid and relief, advocating on behalf of others, and writing down unseen stories. She writes about faith, immigration, and living in the in-between on her blog onefootonboth.com.    In this episode we discuss: -Sarah’s prenatal, birth, and postpartum experience -The high rate of c-sections in Turkey -Cultural differences between Turkey and the United States -Private and public schooling   Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @sarahbahiraei Blog: onefootonboth.com   Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/   Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine.   Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices