👶 Maternity Abroad: Becoming a Mother in a Foreign Land

What no one tells you — but every mother abroad needs to know.

🌍 Pregnant or planning to become a mom while living outside Brazil?

You changed countries, learned a new language, adjusted to a different lifestyle…

But when it comes to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum — everything can suddenly feel uncertain, overwhelming, even isolating.

This book is your first hug in a whole new world.

Maternity Abroad is more than a guide.

It’s a lifeline — created by and for mothers-to-be living far from home. Packed with real stories, expert advice, and practical strategies, it will help you feel informed, supported, and emotionally grounded wherever you are in the world.

📘 Inside This Book:

Prenatal care abroad – How to navigate health systems, exams, and appointments in a new country

Childbirth around the world – What to expect across different cultures and medical practices

Postpartum recovery & cultural traditions – How to adapt without losing your identity

Pediatric care abroad – Choosing a pediatrician and understanding local healthcare

Legal & bureaucratic essentials – Parental leave, birth registration, dual citizenship, and more

Childcare & early education – How to find the best fit for your little one

Real-life support networks – Building your “village” and managing the emotional side of motherhood abroad

Expert Q&A sessions – With a pediatrician, psychologist, doula, pelvic floor specialist, OB/GYN, pre-natal yoga instructor, and immigration lawyer

🌎 Read by mothers in over 10 countries across 5 continents!

Maternity Abroad has reached readers in Germany, the U.S., Ireland, Japan, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Italy, UK, Namibia and beyond — because becoming a mom away from home is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone.

💛 Who Is This Book For?

✔️ Women who are pregnant or planning to have a baby in another country

✔️ Expats preparing for motherhood abroad

✔️ Moms who want reliable, compassionate, and culturally-aware support

📦 What Will You Take Away?

🎯 Clarity on your rights and care options

🎯 Confidence in your decisions for you and your baby

🎯 A strong sense of connection, reassurance, and community — even far from home

👉 Get your copy now and experience motherhood abroad with more clarity, courage, and support.

Visit the author's official website for more information, click here.

  • I was really engaged in the reading and I found it VERY useful for the moms-to-be. Of course, it aims specially moms who live abroad—as the name already says—but I felt that lots of the information you shared can be used for moms even when they are in their home country. Maybe they live away from their own family, maybe they can`t count with a huge network-- or even if they do--there are some practical suggestions here for moms all over the globe.

    Josiele Baron | Greece

  • Everything is so relatable! I’m currently 21 weeks pregnant, and living in my second country since the beginning of this journey. My husband and I moved from Luxembourg to the US only three weeks ago, so we have been navigating everything—medical appointments, common practices, health insurance, exams, tests, etc—for the second time in a row. We are also both foreigners, him from India and me from Brazil, so the health systems and cultures are not familiar to either of us.

    Ana Hantt | United States

  • I CRIED WHILE READING MATERNITY ABROAD. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING 💕

    Maria Heneghan | Australia

  • I found your book so interesting. I came away filled with information I had no idea about. I’m sure it will help so many moms ❤️

    Evelyn Santana | Brazil

  • Expectant mothers who are considering moving overseas or who are already there will find your guide to be an extensive and helpful resource! It covers several themes that are important to know when managing pregnancy in foreign cultural and medical environments. Designed to accompany moms through the joys and trials of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood in a new location, your guide is simply jam-packed with useful advice, expert interviews, and resources!

    Yoanna | United Kingdom

  • Your book is going to be a guiding light for many mothers!

    Cláudia Razzante | Brazil

  • Maternity Abroad is an incredible resource, not just for information and practical support, but most importantly, for comfort.

    Reader on Goodreads

  • I Love the way that Jessica Gabrielzk approach maternity, it is a practical funny and very helpful book. Love all the tools and tips given. Been a mum in a foreign country isn't an easy task, I discovered on this book really good insights and a big help on this journey.

    Reader Carolina on Goodreads

Quotes

"Imagine we’re sitting down with our coffees, and you’re about to move abroad. You ask, “How does healthcare work over there?” Well, it’s a bit like trying to find the best coffee in a new city. Every place does it a bit differently, and finding your favorite spot can take some trial and error."

— PAGE 18

"That’s the big question, isn’t it? The truth is your access to prenatal services will vary. In some places, you might need a referral from a general practitioner to see an obstetrician, while in others you can directly visit a specialist. Understanding these pathways will save you time and stress.”

— PAGE 28

“And then come the cultural differences—oh boy, they can really open your eyes! Some places lean toward very medical, by-the-book deliveries, while others might surprise you with more natural, community-centered practices. Focus on finding a balance that feels right for you and adapting to the local customs.”

— PAGE 73