France’s healthcare system is regularly touted as one of the best in the world. Is healthcare in France really so great or is the universal public insurance clouding our judgment? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons!
Culture Shock: Pregnant in France Edition
Do You Need Cash in Paris?
7 Everyday Things in France That Feel Like a Luxury
How to Organize Your French Pregnancy Binder

If you’ve been living in France for a while, it’ll come as no surprise to you that there is a substantial amount of paperwork to keep track of during a pregnancy. Early on, my midwife recommended organizing all of my test results, prescriptions, ultrasounds, etc. into separate file folders or a binder. Here’s how you can organize your dossier médical de grossesse.
10 Little Ways Paris Has Changed in the Past 15 Years

I first lived in Paris in 2009 as an undergraduate student. Since then, I’ve traveled to and stayed in the capital multiple times before calling the city my home a few years ago. It’s been interesting to see firsthand how Paris has evolved over time. Here’s a list of some little changes that have stood out to me over the course of the last 15 years.
Pregnant in France: What to Do First
5 Culture Shocks at the Doctor’s Office in France

As an American living in France, I’ve noticed many differences between healthcare in the United States and France. Going to the doctor in France is a cultural experience in and of itself. By now, I’ve been to several different types of health professionals in France, from general doctors to specialists. Here are some culture shocks I’ve personally experienced at the doctor’s office in France.
U.S. Thanksgiving Traditions That Might Seem Strange to French People
Online Renewal of “Vie privée et familiale” Visa or Carte de Séjour

Wondering how to request and renew the carte de séjour “vie privée et familiale” (CdS VPF) using the new online procedure? As the spouse of a French citizen, I recently went through the process of renewing my VPF card and have detailed my entire experience in this post. Additionally, I was approved, not only to renew my right to stay in France but was also granted the 10-year carte de résident as the spouse of a French citizen.