The Best Thing about Postpartum Care in Germany
I’ve written a whole series about prenatal care in Germany on this blog but haven’t said a single thing about postpartum care. I’d…
Trilingual Baby’s First Words
Do you know what your first words were? According to the little book that was given to every parent upon the birth of…
What Does Guilt Have to do with Parenting?
Is it just me or is parenting often laced with feelings of self-doubt, guilt, and constant worrying? Both times, from the first signs of…
6 months, 26 weeks, 184 days – vol. 2
Two years ago, when Birdy turned half a year old I wrote: No matter how I count it – 6 months, 26 weeks, 184 days, or…
Breastfeeding in Germany
At a first glance, breastfeeding in Germany should be a breeze. Every mother is entitled to a midwife who visits her at home…
Wool Clothes for my Summer Baby
As someone coming from a country that knows very cold winters I love wool and consider wool socks a must-have item from October…
Swim Baby, Swim!
“I had a feeling that he’s the wellness type” commented my midwife as we were massaging a week old Bamm-Bamm after his first bath.…
Newborn Rituals around the World
The arrival of a new baby is always something special and a reason to celebrate. Most cultures around the world have special rituals…
The Worst Parents in the World
Dear son, I wonder if you will ever realize how different your first months on this earth are from your sister’s early days. We…
