Step-by-Step Guide: Registering Your Baby’s Birth and Citizenship in Colombia
Congrats on the arrival of your sweet little one! To ensure your baby’s birth and citizenship are official in both Colombia and your passport country (if not Colombia), you must obtain their registro civil de nacimiento (birth certificate) first. Once you have this, you can get their Colombian passport and begin registering them in your
Navigating Pregnancy in Medellín: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
When I first moved to Colombia, I was four months pregnant with my second child. Thankfully, I had some idea of the appointments I needed and what to expect after having my first child in Colorado. However, I still searched for resources on navigating pregnancy in Colombia. Now, having just had my third baby—my second
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
Stress-Free Travel with Kids: Essential Items to Pack in Your Checked Bag
It’s so important for me to have processes in place to help my life run a little smoother—especially when traveling now that I’m not just packing for myself but for two kids under 4 years old as well. By the time my oldest was 15 months old, she had been on a couple of 6+
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
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
Meet Sarah
Welcome! I’m Sarah. I started this blog to be a resource for others around a few of my favorite things: living in Colombia, DIY projects, places traveled, and day-to-day life. My hope is that it can a place of inspiration and encouragement to help you plan the next project or adventure of your own!
