24. Experiencing Motherhood as an Expat in Guatemala

On today’s episode of “Mothers Around the World” we hear from a mother living in Guatemala. Michelle tells us what she loves about the culture and pace of life in Guatemala. She speaks to her prenatal and postnatal experience as an Expat, and how it compares to what the majority of Guatemalan women experience.    Michelle is originally from California and a former high school teacher. In 2010, she took a teaching position in Guatemala and has lived there ever since. She is married to her husband, who is originally from Guatemala, and is a mom of four children. Michelle now works with a non-profit organization. She writes about motherhood, marriage, and life in between two cultures and countries. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post and Scary Mommy.   In this episode we discuss: -Comparing the Guatemalan National hospital, private hospital, and birthing center -The role that extended family plays in postpartum care -Cultural differences between Guatemala and United States -What lock down looked like in Guatemala and how their community responded to it -Finding freedom in less options and a slower pace of life   Resources Mentioned: -How Eskimos Keep Their Babies Warm: And Other Adventures in Parenting -Parenting Without Borders: Surprising Lessons Parents Around the World Can Teach Us -Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting -Michelle's Instagram: @michelleackerperez   Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/   Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine.   Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Motherhood Meets Medicine Podcast is a space that brings all women together. It's for those who hope to be a mom one day, those who are already mothers, and mothers of mothers. This podcast will give you candid, informal interviews on motherhood topics that you can listen to while you're driving to work, folding laundry or whatever else your busy day may bring. Each week, Your host, Lynzy Coughlin, will be focusing on topics ranging from postpartum issues to parenting teens. She's bringing in experts with formal training to cover everything motherhood! So grab your coffee and join us for a weekly chat on your time. All are welcome! Lynzy is a Physician Assistant in the Emergency Department where she has practiced medicine for the last 15 years. You can connect with Lynzy on her Substack account, Badass Matriarch.