We make it simple
Navigating the German system as an expat parent is overwhelming — Elterngeld, Kita vouchers, Anmeldung, all in German. We break it down so you can spend more time with your family.
Most important topics
bureaucracy
Kindergeld is €259/month from the German government for every child. As an expat, you're probably entitled to it too — here's exactly how to apply, what documents you need, and the one mistake that costs families months of payments.
bureaucracy
Your baby is born — now the paperwork begins. Here's exactly how to register your newborn and get a German birth certificate as an expat family in Berlin, including the specific challenges for Latin American parents.
bureaucracy
The German parental benefit explained for expat families in Berlin. How much you'll receive, when to apply, the difference between Basic and Plus — and the 3-month deadline that costs families money every year.
community
Moving to a new city with a baby can feel lonely. Here's how to find your people — from expat parent groups to neighborhood playgrounds and Flohmärkte.
health
Hospitals, birth centers, or home birth? Berlin has great options. Here's what expat mums should know when choosing where to have their baby.
The person behind Elternpop
I'm from Colombia, lived in Argentina for 12 years, and moved to Berlin in 2021. After having my daughter here, I realized how overwhelming the German system is — generous, yes, but confusing. So I used my skills as a Product Designer to help all families spend more time with each other and less time filling out forms.