What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Switzerland?
We asked expat moms who gave birth in Switzerland about their experiences and advice they have for other moms to be. They said...
"Arrange everything first; including discussing an emergency c-section and using epidural. Change doctors if you have ANY doubts. Go home if it's not going well," remarked another expat who made the move to Bulach, Switzerland.
"Be prepared for paperwork. Swiss hospitals require a range of maternity documents such as hospital application forms and proof of residence. Coordinate with your health insurance provider in advance and ensure you understand exactly what type of birth care coverage is provided. Research birthing options according to your preferences - from homebirths to midwives, hospitals, and other childbirth professionals in your area. Look into prenatal classes and support services available in your local community. Make sure to build a good relationship with your doctor, understand their approach to labour and delivery and ask lots of questions. Lastly, get familiar with the local maternity leave regulations such as the duration and rate of payment of maternity leave," explained one expat living in Switzerland.
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What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Switzerland?
If you live in Switzerland, newcomers to Switzerland would love to hear your answer to this question.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.