The Motherbrain Myth by Dr. Elke De Witte
What really happens to the brain when we become parents? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Elke De Witte, author of the newly released Dutch book De Moederbreinmythe ("The Mother Brain My...
2 Heinä 202544min
Why Kids Need a Smartphone-Free Childhood (And What Parents Can Do Instead)
Why are more families choosing to delay smartphones? This episode explores child development, attention, and the growing movement advocating for a healthier relationship with technology.Smartphones ar...
30 Kesä 202527min
Why Managing Your Own Stress Helps Your Child Thrive with Mimi
Children absorb more than we realise. This episode explores how parental stress impacts children — and why regulation starts with the adult, not the child.This week, our trusted child psychologist, Dr...
25 Kesä 202527min
Migrant Mothers & Mental Health: Why Support Matters with MiMoment
In this special episode of the Dam Parenting, we’re raising awareness about MiMoment — a unique research project by the WHO Collaborating Center and the Department of Clinical Psychology at Vrije Univ...
22 Kesä 20256min
Multilingual Parenting Without Pressure: Letting It Be Lighter
Feeling overwhelmed by language choices and expectations? This episode explores how to ease pressure, release guilt, and approach multilingual parenting with more confidence and calm.In this episode w...
18 Kesä 202520min
Fatherhood & Mental Health: Why Vulnerability Matters for Dads
An open conversation about men’s mental health in fatherhood, emotional vulnerability, and the silent pressures many dads carry. A powerful episode for partners, parents, and anyone raising children t...
11 Kesä 202542min
The Power of Presence in the First 3 Years: Motherhood and Attachment with Erica Komisar
Listener Note: This episode discusses parenting perspectives that some may find traditional or may trigger feelings of mum guilt. Please listen with care and take what serves you — it’s okay to skip o...
4 Kesä 202534min
LGBTQ+ Parenting in the Netherlands: Belonging, Barriers & Community with Jillian
In honour of LGBTQ+ Families Day I'm thrilled to welcome Jillian to the Dam Parenting podcast. This special day celebrates the diversity, resilience, and love within LGBTQ+ families, highlighting that...
2 Kesä 202532min
