What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Greece?
We asked expat moms who gave birth in Greece about their experiences and advice they have for other moms to be. They said...
"It is important to research the healthcare system in Greece before having a baby. Make sure to find a doctor or midwife who speaks your language and is familiar with the healthcare system in Greece. It is also important to familiarize yourself with the maternity leave policies in Greece and to plan ahead for any additional costs associated with having a baby in Greece. Additionally, it is important to research the childcare options available in Greece and to make sure you have a plan for childcare once the baby is born. Finally, it is important to build a support network of other expats who have had babies in Greece, as they can provide invaluable advice and support," remarked another expat who made the move to Greece.
"I would give her my doctor and midwife's contact details, would warn her about the prevalence of unnecessary c-sections, give her my book on breastfeeding. Dealing with the maternity clinics requires some know-how but luckily my midwife did this for me (insisted baby was brought to me whenever it cried, etc.), told them I didn't want a systematic enema when admitted for labour, etc. It's very useful to have someone else negotiate this stuff for you, the last thing you want when you're in labour is to have to argue with nurses," explained one expat living in Athens, Greece.
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What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Greece?
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
