French Couple Flies to Jerusalem to Give Birth at Hadassah Hospital
A young French couple flew to Jerusalem in their 36th week of pregnancy to welcome their firstborn at Hadassah Hospital, driven by Zionism amid rising antisemitism in Europe.
A young couple from France flew to Israel in their 36th week of pregnancy to welcome their firstborn in Jerusalem, driven by Zionism and a deep connection to the country amid rising antisemitism in Europe.
Celine, 26, and her partner Yohan decided that despite living thousands of kilometers away, they wanted their child to enter the world in Israel. "I wanted to give birth here, out of Zionism, in my home, in my country," Celine said. The couple chose Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem after receiving warm recommendations from family members.
The decision carries special significance against the backdrop of a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents across France in recent years. Facing growing insecurity, the couple chose to celebrate one of life's most meaningful moments in Israel, reinforcing their profound sense of belonging to the homeland.
Arriving in Israel during the final month of pregnancy, Celine successfully delivered her baby boy at Hadassah Ein Kerem. The couple praised the medical staff, highlighting the care of midwife Daniella Dykman and head nurse Rachel Ruslan. "We had an amazing birth experience and felt we were in the best hands possible," the parents shared, proving that no matter the distance, the heart knows where home is.
