During the third trimester of pregnancy in Germany, I faced significant challenges, including forced COVID vaccination, a pulmonary embolism, and emotional isolation. Looking back on a hard but powerful chapter in my life!
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Pregnant Abroad: My Second Trimester Living in Germany
Arriving in Germany Pregnant During Lockdown Germany was still in lockdown for most of my second trimester. Because of that—and the fact that it snowed nearly until May—there wasn’t much opportunity to explore. As a Texas girl, that was my cue to stay indoors as much as possible. My First OCONUS OB-GYN Appointment My first… Continue reading Pregnant Abroad: My Second Trimester Living in Germany
From Ectopic to Expecting: My First Trimester & PCSing to Germany
BFP I found out I was pregnant with our first child in the middle of an OCONUS PCS (permanent change of station). The day before, I was deep-cleaning our apartment after the movers packed up the last of our household goods for the UAB shipment. That night, my best friend came over to say goodbye.… Continue reading From Ectopic to Expecting: My First Trimester & PCSing to Germany
Ayla Ellison 