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Ep. 1 - An American in Sweden

Updated: Oct 16, 2019

In our first episode, host Megan Jennings shares her experience becoming a first time mom in Sweden, including discussions about postnatal depression and issues with breastfeeding.



The whole concept of The Birth Abroad Podcast was born the day Megan gave birth. It was the most beautiful and awe-inspiring experience of her life, but it was also terribly eye-opening at just how difficult it could be to become a mother for the first time (or anytime, really!) abroad. Language barriers, cultural differences, and difficulty finding help in times of need - these were just a few of the many variables that led to a severe case of postnatal depression for Megan.

"I didn’t know how to ask for help; I didn’t know how to navigate the medical system."

Megan was already 14 weeks pregnant when she moved to Sweden to live with her husband, after a grueling 13.5 month immigration process. She had a gorgeous pregnancy and a beautiful birth, but difficulties with a birth injury and breastfeeding made postpartum a harrowing experience. Megan shares what she learned, how she navigated the various challenges she faced, and how it impacted her in terms of preparing for future children.


Topics discussed:


Immigration journey, trying to conceive, pregnancy and antenatal care, labor and delivery, birth injuries, postnatal depression, breastfeeding, and advice for other mothers.



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