Rejecting New Year Pressure: Honoring the Invisible Labor of Mothers

Rejecting New Year Pressure: Honoring the Invisible Labor of Mothers

January 6th marks Nollaig na mBan, or Women’s Christmas—an Irish tradition dedicated to honoring the unseen work women do and reclaiming space for rest after the holiday chaos. In this warm, honest, and direct episode, Eva explores why the "New Year, New You" narrative is often a trap for parents already carrying a heavy mental load. Instead of pushing for productivity and fresh starts, we discuss why mid-winter is biologically and emotionally meant for pausing.

For international parents in the Netherlands, the pressure to "hit the ground running" can feel relentless. This episode is your permission slip to slow down. We dive into the history of Nollaig na mBan, the reality of invisible labor, and how to enter the new year with compassion rather than a to-do list. Whether you’re an expat or raising a family far from your roots, join us for a moment of recognition: you’ve done enough, and now, it’s time to rest.

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Family Winter Activities in the Netherlands: Markets, Lights, and Traditions

Family Winter Activities in the Netherlands: Markets, Lights, and Traditions

The Dutch festive season is a whirlwind of light festivals, Christmas markets, and cozy museum outings—but knowing where to go can be overwhelming for international parents. In this episode, Eva is jo...

3 Joulu 202512min

Avoiding Holiday Burnout: A Stress-Free December Guide for Parents

Avoiding Holiday Burnout: A Stress-Free December Guide for Parents

Between the sugar rushes and the cultural juggling of the Dutch festive season, December often leads to parental burnout. In this warm, honest, and direct episode, Eva offers a "parent-to-parent reset...

30 Marras 20256min

From Only Child to Big Sibling: Tips for a Calm Transition with Faye Poole with Faye from Kerr Psychology

From Only Child to Big Sibling: Tips for a Calm Transition with Faye Poole with Faye from Kerr Psychology

Bringing home a second baby is one of the most beautiful—and logistically challenging—milestones a family can face. In this highly requested episode, child psychologist Faye Poole from Kerr Psychology...

26 Marras 202530min

One Parent One Language (OPOL) Explained: Is it the Best Bilingual Strategy? with Mimi

One Parent One Language (OPOL) Explained: Is it the Best Bilingual Strategy? with Mimi

Is the One Parent, One Language (OPOL) method a magic formula for bilingual success, or is it just another source of parenting guilt? In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva sits down with linguist and ...

19 Marras 202519min

Reducing Resentment: How to Share the Mental Load as an International Couple

Reducing Resentment: How to Share the Mental Load as an International Couple

Living abroad often forces families into a "survivalist" independence that can inadvertently create distance between partners. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva sits down with Angela from the Expa...

12 Marras 202519min

The Expat Goodbye: Relocation Grief, Identity, and Finding Home Again with Erin

The Expat Goodbye: Relocation Grief, Identity, and Finding Home Again with Erin

Leaving a country isn’t just a logistical checklist; it’s a profound emotional journey. In this special episode of Dam Parenting, Eva and Maren sit down with Erin, who recently made the heartfelt deci...

5 Marras 202526min

Quitting the Comparison Trap: Building Parental Confidence in a Digital World

Quitting the Comparison Trap: Building Parental Confidence in a Digital World

Do you ever close Instagram feeling like you’re failing, even though your kids are happy and fed? In this episode of Dam Parenting, resident psychologist Dr. Faye Poole joins Eva to take a warm, hones...

29 Loka 202518min

Raising Multilingual Children: How to Align Language Goals as a Couple with Mimi

Raising Multilingual Children: How to Align Language Goals as a Couple with Mimi

What happens when two parents share a child, but don't share the same vision for their multilingual future? In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva is joined by Mimi from Growing up Multilingual⁠ to tak...

22 Loka 202521min

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