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

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

Other Questions:

•  What should I pack when moving to California?
•  Where should I setup a bank account in California?
•  Will I be able to find a job in California?
•  What is life like in California?
•  What do expats in California appreciate most about the local culture?
•  What do expats find most challenging?
•  Is there a lot of crime in California?
•  Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in California accepting of differences?
•  What are the schools in California like?
•  What are healthcare services like in California?
•  What are medical services in California like?
•  Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in California?
•  What are emergency services like in California?
•  Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
•  Are common prescription medications available in California?
•  How are local medical facilities in California?
•  As a foreigner living in California, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
•  What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?