I'm an American who's pregnant in France. It's been great in some ways, but there are times I wish I were back home.

Business Insider | 11-10-2026 04:02pm |

An American woman who moved to France in 2021 after marrying a Frenchman is sharing her experience of being pregnant in France. She has appreciated aspects of the French approach to pregnancy, including the use of midwives. However, she misses American traditions such as baby showers, her favorite snacks, and the people she loves. She found out she was pregnant for the first time earlier in 2026, after ensuring she was registered in France's national health-insurance program and completing preliminary checkups.

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