What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Ireland?

We asked expat moms who gave birth in Ireland about their experiences and advice they have for other moms to be. They said...

"Move to another country. I hear the Scandinavian countries as well as Australasia are good for birthcare," said another expat in Dublin, Ireland.

"Firstly, research the process of having a baby in Ireland. Make sure you are familiar with local healthcare policies and public healthcare systems. Secondly, if you plan to give birth in Ireland, familiarise yourself with local medical facilities and the medical professionals providing services in your area. Thirdly, get to know the local maternity ward and its services such as prenatal classes, as well as childcare and support networks. Fourthly, connect with other parents in your area and seek out advice from those who have first-hand experience in raising children in Ireland. Finally, look for resources available to support you through all the stages of parenting," wrote a member who made the move to Ireland.

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What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Ireland?

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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad 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.