Community, media and civic life
Mum Abroad
A platform for English-speaking families in Spain, Italy, France and Germany, written by expat mums.
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What they cover
- Hand-picked listings. Maternity services, baby and toddler, activities for kids, family services, healthcare, home and admin.
- Schools. International schools, educational specialists, therapists and coaches, relocation services.
- Articles and interviews. On the blog and on a YouTube channel; Facebook groups for international families.
- Work Life directories. Women entrepreneurs and professionals abroad.
Why we list them
MumAbroad is a trusted platform for international families living in or relocating to Spain, France, Italy, and Germany. It offers curated resources on parenting, education, healthcare, local procedures, and also supports female entrepreneurs through an engaged community.
Our guides on the subject
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French Public School vs. International School in France: How American Families Should DecideFrench public school is free. International schools cost €10,000 to €35,000 per year. The decision framework American families in France actually need. -
How to Enroll Your Kids in French Public School as an American Expat (2026)French public school is free and compulsory from age 3. Your address decides the school, and enrollment starts at the mairie, not at the school itself. -
Having a Baby in France as an American: Maternity Care, Benefits, and Your Baby's Citizenship (2026)Maternity care in France is covered at 100% from the sixth month, and you have five days to declare the birth. A baby of two Americans is not born French. -
Childcare in France for American Expat Families: Crèche, Assistante Maternelle, and How to Secure a Place Before Your Baby ArrivesHow to get a crèche place, find an assistante maternelle, use monenfant.fr, claim CAF childcare allowances, and navigate childcare in France as an expat.