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

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

"Firstly, make sure to research birthing practices in Austria ahead of time - from the types of birthing options available to health insurance requirements. Secondly, consider finding an expat friendly and English speaking doctor you can trust. Thirdly, take advantage of the generous baby supplies and equipment available to purchase in Austria. Fourth, don’t be afraid to join an expat group, as the parents can share experiences and give advice for raising children in Austria. And lastly, have a backup plan in case there are any delays or problems with visas or registration," commented one expat who made the move to Austria.

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"I would definitely recommend attending the classes/ information nights. For an international friend I would also recommend thinking about private insurance depending on how well they speak German. You have more selection of English speaking doctors and midwives," remarked another expat in Salzburg, Austria.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.