Pregnant in Japan
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Choose your baby wearing carefully
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to my new Episode with Anika about babywearing in Japan. Anika is originally from Germany and lives in Japan since 2012 and has a German-Japan...
Summer escapes to Tokyo beaches
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi in this video I share 3 beaches you can escape to during the Tokyo summer heat!
How to survive Tokyo's summer heat
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you "dying" in this Tokyo heat? Does it almost make you feel sick? Do you feel like you cannot handle it anymore? ...on top of that you are ...
Japanese Swiss couple shares their pregnancy and parent hood experience
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode I have Sandra from Switzerland. She is now the second time pregnant. We will discuss why she decided to give birth at Ikuryo H...
No sex during pregnancy in Japan?!
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I was very surprised when some ladies told their doctor mentioned to avoid sex or that this information was provided on hospital leaflets. I personall...
What it a Japanese Mother-in-law really like?
23 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode Alice from Australia talks about her Japanese Mother-in-Law: How did she react to her pregnancy? What were her advices during ...
Peaceful Birth Story from Cat supported by Doula Stephanie Kawai
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I had the pleasure to welcome two guests: Stephanie and Cat! Stephanie Kawai is originally from the UK and is now living for...
Bonding with you unborn baby - singing lullabies
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You want to bond with your baby BUT you have feelings of inadequacy in singing? You lack of confidence in your singing voice? Misa helps mamas to real...
Hospital restrictions in Tokyo
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During Covid19 pandemic nearly all hospitals in Tokyo prohibit your husband or partner to stay during giving birth wut hthe wifes. Having experienced ...
Why Caroline transferred last minute from Aiiku to Matsugaoka Birth Center
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I got a an urgent message from Caroline last week! „ Vicky, we have to do our interview now! I have been reading the crazy messages about Aiiku not ...
Supporting foreign fathers in Japan
29 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode I have my first male guest! Eric Hora, from the USA, lives with his German wife since several years in Japan. Last year their son wa...
Basic overview of the nursery system in Japan
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I would like to give you a very basic overview of the Japanese nurseries. Usually, Japanese nursery school starts from 0 years until t...
About (Japanese) rituals for the end of the year
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I would like to present three rituals for the end of year. When the year turns to an end, it’s a great opportunity to let things go ...
Pregnancy Affirmations - Built to Birth
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I would like to introduce you into the world of affirmations or let’s see it, as a love letter to you and your baby. You might ex...
In Vitro Fertilisation in Japan - Alice's success story
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s video Alice, from Australia, describes her personal IVF story in Japan: the process of in vitro fertilisation (IVF), where a woman's eggs...
Giving birth Sapporo, Japan
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have my first interview guest from Sapporo! Amy is originally from Toronto, Canada. This is her 2nd time living in Japan. The first time...
Coming in late pregnancy to Japan
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rannva, originally from the Faroe Islands, moved from Sydney to Tokyo when she was 8 months pregnant. Listen to her birth story: how she managed to or...
Talking about Pelvic Floor with a certified midwife
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The postpartum period can be difficult in times, not only mentally but also for your body. Simple things like peeing might be a whole new story after ...
Dzhiga's birth story from Tokyo University Hospital
11 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dzhiga, is originally from Russia, Kalmykia. The Kalmyks are Mongol subgroup in Russia, who are primarily of Buddhist faith. She gave birth to her dau...
Alice's birth story at Tokyo Iryo Center, Meguro, Tokyo
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had the chance to interview Alice, who is a translator (English/Japanese). For a limited time (until 31st December 2021) she offers her translation ...
Special Edition - Psychologist talks about differences to West-African cultures
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Todays we have a special episode - I had the opportunity to interview Anne-Sophie Mpacko, who is a psychologist. Anne-Sophie is originally...
What is a typical Japanese custom for giving birth?
18 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I had the pleasure to interview Japanese Mom Midori-San. She gives insights into a specific Japanese custom of giving birth. Enjoy! https://www....
Advices from sleep expert Laura Gainche PhD
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we get best insights from the sleep consultant and scientist Laura Gainche. Laura is a geneticist and has a PhD in human sleep ph...
Jennie's birth story at Showa University Hospital Tokyo
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jennie, who is originally from the UK, gave birth to her beautiful daughter Aska last year in June. She chose the Showa University Hospital. Today she...
Advices from prenatal and postnatal expert Brett Iimura
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had the pleasure to interview the expert Brett Iimura. She is a Certified Childbirth Educator who not only teaches and consults with pregnant women ...
Sarah's birth story at Red Cross (Nisseki) Hospital Tokyo
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this todays episode Sarah from Canada will share her birth story. She gave birth to her son Raphael in the summer of 2020 at the Red Cross hospital...
Understanding the history of childbirth
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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Interview with Stephanie Kawai (Tokyo Pregnancy Group + Tokyo Mother's Group)
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First Hand information for moms-to-be in Japan from Stephanie Kawai. Enjoy!
How to overcome fear of giving birth
18 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Link to the mentioned study: https://bmcwomenshealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12905-020-01048-9 Link video of hospital review: http://bit....
Marie's birth story at Seijo Kinoshita hospital Tokyo
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Link to instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnantinjapan/ Link to the blog post: https://www.pregnantinjapan.com/post/marie-s-birth-story-at-seij...
Choosing the right hospital
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do I choose the right hospital for giving birth in Japan? Here I share my experience. Enjoy! Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-RBk...
First check-up and pregnancy registration
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Registering your pregnancy at the municipal office? A curtain between you and your gynecologist? No fees coverage for pregnancy and giving birth? Yes,...
Introducing "Pregnant in Japan" Podcast
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the "Pregnant in Japan" podcast - your podcast about pregnancy, birth and the joy of a relaxed motherhood in Japan. In this introduction yo...