Emergency C-Section Experience at São João Hospital in Porto, Portugal

I couldn’t understand one hundred percent what had really happened. I was able to realize a while later that it was indeed a very serious situation.
— Bibiana Wemmer

In this episode, Bibiana Wemmer shares her experience as a mother in Portugal in an intimate and sincere manner, from choosing the hospital to dealing with postpartum complications. Join us in this deeply personal narrative, which sheds light on the challenges and triumphs faced by a Brazilian mother in foreign lands.

What You'll Learn

Unfiltered Motherhood: Bibiana offers an honest look at the reality of motherhood outside Brazil, addressing topics such as anxiety, hospital choice, postpartum complications, and cultural adaptation while raising children away from home.

Cultural Insights: Learn how Bibiana navigates the cultural differences and adapts to the new environment while raising her children in Portugal.

Personal Triumphs: Celebrate with Bibiana as she narrates her victories and moments of joy amidst the challenges of expatriate motherhood.

Why Listen to This Episode?

This episode is a valuable and inspiring testimony for expatriate mothers, future mothers planning childbirth experiences abroad, and anyone interested in the complexities of motherhood in an international context. Bibiana’s story is an invitation to better understand the nuances of expatriate life and the emotions involved in raising children outside your home country.

Episode Highlights

Bibiana's Journey: A detailed account of Bibiana’s experiences with hospital choices and postpartum challenges in Portugal.

Cultural Adaptation: Strategies and insights on how to adapt to a new cultural environment while maintaining your identity.

Support and Community: How Bibiana finds support and builds a community in a foreign land.

Guest Info

The entrepreneur Bibiana Wemmer, owner of BW Sobrancelhas, has been living in Porto for over 5 years. Her outstanding work in eyebrow design has made a significant impact in the area.

Follow her: @bwsobrancelhas

Tune in to this episode for a heartfelt and revealing look into Bibiana’s motherhood journey. Share this episode with those looking to understand the experiences of childbirth and raising children in different cultural contexts, and subscribe for more real stories and guidance on raising children abroad.

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