May 2024

Relocating to Medellín with Kids: Why I Moved and How It’s Going

These questions come up quite a bit in both the United States and Colombia. Even Colombian family members were confused and surprised when we told them about the move, but it’s been a few years in the making: my partner and I are fortunate enough to work in fields where remote work is possible, so […]

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How to Get a Copy of a Registro Civil in Colombia Originally Registered at a Colombian Consulate in the U.S

For context: I am an American-born citizen with dual citizenship in Colombia. In Colombia, I have both a Colombian passport and cédula de ciudadanía. I registered my registro civil de nacimiento at the Colombian Consulate in Orlando, Florida and, after an atrocious experience there, decided to apply for my passport, register my marriage, and the

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Pregnancy + Childbirth in Medellín, Colombia (and Hospital Bag Packing Guide)

A mother’s choice from how she manages her pregnancy all the way up to how and where she delivers is deeply personal. What worked for me may not work for you. I opted for more traditional births and would like to provide some context before you read further to ensure this information will be helpful

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