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      <image:caption>Hospital Birth Around 98% of births in Belgium take place in hospital maternity wards, where obstetricians and midwives work together to provide care. Hospitals provide access to: obstetricians midwives pain relief options neonatal care if needed</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Home Birth Home birth remains relatively uncommon but is available for low-risk pregnancies with an independent midwife.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Pregnancy in Belgium Blog: Guides, Costs &amp; Expat Tips - Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy in Belgium for Expats (2026): Healthcare, Birth &amp;amp; Postpartum Care - Final Thoughts Being pregnant in Belgium as an expat can feel daunting at first, especially if you are navigating pregnancy in a second language or without family nearby. However, Belgium’s maternity system offers excellent medical care, supportive midwives, and strong postpartum resources. With the right support and preparation, many expat parents find that Belgium is a wonderful place to welcome a baby. If you're expecting in Belgium, taking time to understand the healthcare system and building a supportive care team can help you feel confident and prepared for the journey ahead.  If you're preparing for pregnancy or birth in Belgium, these guides can help you take the next steps: How to choose a gynaecologist or midwife in Belgium Understanding Belgian maternity leave and family benefits How to find childcare and daycare in BelgiumMake it stand out</image:title>
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      <image:caption>In 2026, Belgium is launching the first phase of the "Family Credit" system, a major reform designed to unify previously fragmented forms of parental and time-credit leave into a single, cohesive framework. The transition to the new family credit is being rolled out over 2026 and into 2027. Here’s an overview of what to expect…..</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Childcare places in Belgium are at a premium so strange as it may feel or seem you need to start looking for a place as soon as you are pregnant!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>1. Emotional and physical support during labour Comforting continuous presence: Doulas are trained to provide continuous emotional and physical support during labour and birth. By offering reassurance and creating an atmosphere of calm during labour, they can make labour feel less overwhelming. There are no shift changes with doulas; your doula will stay with you throughout the entirety of your labour. This continuity of care has been demonstrated to have immense benefits as discussed below. Provision of comfort measures: Doulas are skilled in teaching and practicing comfort measures with you and your partner such as massage, breathing exercises, and changes in positioning that will help you to manage the intensity of your labour. Your doula will adapt to your needs throughout labour and finding the measures to best help you during different stages of your labour.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Encouraging your body to do what it needs to do:  Having a doula by your side fosters an environment of calm confidence which in turn allows your body to lean into the natural process of giving birth. Multiple studies indicate that having a doula by your side can: shorten the amount of time spent in labour lower the likelihood of medical interventions, including induction, epidural, forceps delivery and caesarean birth  Increase your satisfaction with the overall birth experience</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Informed decision making: Doulas offer evidence-based information to help you and your partner make informed choices about your labour and birth and postpartum care. This knowledge empowers you to feel more confident in your decisions. It also helps you to have confidence in alternative options and a ‘Plan B’ in case something does not go the way that you were anticipating. Addressing any concerns and fear of the unknown: During your antenatal preparation with your doula you can ask as many questions as you like and voice any concerns you may have. Your doula is an experienced guide and will listen to your concerns and provide you with relevant information and support to make the birthing process feel more manageable and safe.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>An established relationship before the birth: Seeking a doula in the third trimester of your pregnancy (or before) means by the time you give birth; you have developed a trusting relationship with your doula; she will be fully in tune with your needs which in turn instills confidence and calm for the day of your birth. Personalised birth plan: Your doula works with you to create a birth plan that reflects your personal preferences and values. She will help you to understand different options available to you and to ensure that your wishes are communicated with your caregivers.</image:caption>
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