It’s been a while since I’ve last written. Last February, I gave birth to my son and have since been very busy with his care. However, and I can’t believe I’m saying this, we have finally settled into some kind of a schedule and so today, I get to sit down and write another post […]
10+ Items You Should Have in Your Hospital Bag for Giving Birth in Japan
Woah, time flies! I am now in my 34th week of pregnancy. In just a couple more weeks, I’ll be down at the hospital pushing my little miracle out! Yesterday, I finally completed packing all the items in my hospital bag for giving birth in Japan. For all the other expecting mothers reading, check out […]
Choosing a Birth Facility in Japan: The Essential Guide for Anxious Foreigners
After confirming and registering your pregnancy, the next thing you would want to think about is where to give birth. Finding the right birth facility in Japan is crucial, and the sooner you can get this done, the better. I made my reservation six weeks into my pregnancy and by then, the hospital I’d chosen […]
What to Do When Pregnant In Japan: A Complete Guide for Clueless Foreigners
Just after celebrating my birthday this year, my Japanese husband and I were blessed with a pleasant surprise. I’m pregnant in Japan!! – according to the two sticks I peed on that night at least. Though thankful and excited, I quickly went into panic mode thinking about the possible hurdles I would be facing throughout […]
Japan’s Maternity Leave and Pay: An Essential Guide for Anxious Foreign Moms
Being a pregnant foreign worker in Japan can make anyone anxious. Among a gazillion other things, Japan’s maternity leave and pay, the allowed duration of maternity leave, and the state of your finances during that downtime can be a cause of much confusion – it sure was for me! So today, I would like to […]