In this episode, Erica gets real about what it’s like to pack up your life, move your family across the ocean, and start over in Italy. We dig into why they did it, the hoops they had to jump through for citizenship, and what it’s actually like navigating daily life, schools, and cultural differences with kids in a brand new country. Erica doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges, but also shares how rewarding it can be raising kids in a place where life moves differently. If you’ve ever dreamed about dropping everything and moving to Italy, this one’s for you.

You can find Erica on her website travelingmuggles.com or on instagram at @travelingmuggles