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Guest articles
the village is proud to partner with many great local businesses. Here you can find guest articles written by or with them.
Intimacy after giving birth – three things to know
Brussels-based sexologist Adina Inescu reminds us of the role of intimacy in sexual health, shares three important things to know about intimacy after birth, and introduces her upcoming in-person and online workshops for new mums.
Pssst, kids in Brussels, this one’s for you!
Every child in Belgium is entitled to a monthly child allowance payment. But did you know that you can choose the child allowance fund that best aligns with your family's values? – Guest post in collaboration with Infino
Do you have a first aid kit at home? Life First blog
First aid instructor Kate Ellwood gives some advice on the 'must-haves', 'nice-to-haves', and 'why nots' to keep in your family first aid kit.
Child benefit in Belgium: how does it work?
Expecting your first baby? Or moving your family to Belgium? Let Infino get your family off to a great start with the family allowances your entitled to! GUEST ARTICLE IN COLLABORATION WITH INFINO.
Birth or adoption allowance and child benefit: just one click away!
Belgium is often known for its bureaucracy, but actually, some things are really simple: like ensuring that you receive the family allowance payments you are entitled to – Written in collaboration with Infino
Blessing Way, a rite of passage towards motherhood
A Blessing Way is a celebration of the approaching birth of a child. Nadège De Bonte, doula and organiser of Blessing Ways, explains how it can be a wonderful ritual for mothers-to-be who are looking for meaning and connection.
New to Belgium? Start receiving child benefits fast
Whatever the reason you've chosen Belgium as your new home, family allowance agency Infino is there to help you get your monthly child benefit payments started as soon as possible if you're entitled to them.
Child benefits in Brussels – your questions answered!
New to Belgium, and your family will be living in Brussels? Or maybe you're moving from elsewhere in Belgium? Then here are the basics of what you need to know about child benefits in Brussels. – Guest post in collaboration with Infino
Keeping fit during pregnancy – tips from the ultimate SuperMum
The superwoman behind SuperMums Belgium, Beatriz Romo, shares some 'DOs and DON'Ts' about fitness during pregnancy, and introduces the SuperBellies programme – perfect for staying in shape and feeling good in your changing body.
Want to receive over €1,100 before your child arrives? Yes please!
When you're preparing for your baby's arrival, receiving a no-strings-attached €1,100 is a very welcome bonus! Find out how to apply for your birth allowance. Guest post in collaboration with Infino.