Madre Stories
Real stories and experiences from mothers navigating family life abroad
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Heli’s story: sunshine over stoicism
What makes a Finnish family swap the “happiest place on earth” for life on Spain’s Costa del Sol? I sat down with Heli, who moved south with her husband and five‑year‑old daughter, to talk about sunshine, freedom, and finding a truer sense of happiness.
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Andrea’s story: in pursuit of simplicity
After years of indoor life in the Netherlands, Andrea and her family moved to Spain in search of sunshine, simplicity, and more time together. Today, they’re living the dream life they always hoped for.
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Letara’s story: finding her village
Moving your life to a new country is daunting at any stage, but for Letara, who was also navigating motherhood for the first time, it was a whole new beginning. An honest account of new motherhood and building a new life in Spain.
