Munich Mothers abroad, You are not alone! English speaking communities are far and wide in the city
- Danielle Zavala
- Nov 28, 2016
- 3 min read
Oh Munich, you are so beautiful, so charming, and still so new. Every time I trip over cobblestone, every time I hear the ring of the church bells, I cherish the blessing it is to re-adjust to life, in a whole new world. Life abroad feels in many ways like being a child again. What a blessing for an American to live in an old European city. The newness of it all is fun but in all fairness, raising a child without the help of your family is not exactly ideal. I am sure many of you reading this can relate.
Undergoing pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood is hard enough even when you have your home community. It may seem impossible to do this alone and the good news is, you don't have to do it alone! Luckily there is an abundance of English resources and communities in Munich!
Pregnancy charges us with powerful hormones that make us rather sensitive at times. Some of you may have noticed, Germans can be a bit to themselves. As a matter of fact over one-third of the German population lives alone and in Munich this rate is even higher. There are so many cultures you can connect to in Munich. English is the international language and Munich is a very international city. Believe it or not many Germans speak English! That's right! English is taught in school at a young age.
I get it... you are pregnant, overwhelmed, and just want everything as convenient as it would be at home. This delicate time of your life is hard as it is...
I promise you that your tribe is here... ready to take you in with open arms! It only takes a little bit of effort on your part. You just have to get out there.
find your tribe!
Here are just a few ideas!
*Munich mommies and munchkins play group. Even if your baby is not here yet, attending Munich mommies a is fantastic way to meet and learn from other mothers who come from all over the world!
http://www.munichmommiesandmunchkins.com/
*Check out Bianca Sandu's Positive birth group to meet more expecting moms and learn more about your birth options. https://www.facebook.com/groups/positivebirthmunchen/?fref=nf
*Hire a Doula. There is a growing number of English-speaking Doula's in Munich such as myself. Check out the international Doula's of Munich Facebook page and get a free consultation to find one that is right for you!
Doula's of Munich have many connections so you can get the emotional and physical support you need during this overwhelming time. https://www.facebook.com/internationaldoulasofmunich/
*Midwives in Germany are usually willing to work with you in English.
*Planning a home birth? Want a midwife who will visit you in your very home before, during and after birth? I can say from personal experience, Midwife Susana Roth is a fantastic midwife! MOBILE +49 1719500550
*Check out Toytown Germany! A website designed to help international citizens of Germany! http://www.toytowngermany.com/
*Don't be afraid of the language. It's a hard one I know! Even if your German is not perfect, just try it! Start small like ordering your own food and small talk with the locals, they will appreciate your efforts.
Trust me the options are out there! I have lived in Munich for over 5 years. I have found that the English speaking community is so large that my German could use a lot more attention!
I would be more than willing to help! Contact me for a free birth Doula consultation
danielleyourdoula@gmail.com blissfulbirthingdoula.com
~Danielle Your Doula in Munich~
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