The Expat Goodbye: Relocation Grief, Identity, and Finding Home Again with Erin
Dam Parenting5 Marras 2025

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 decision to leave the Netherlands and move her family closer to their extended support network. We take a warm, honest, and direct look at the courage it takes to recognize what your family and your own wellbeing need most, even when it means leaving a community you love.

We explore the "expat grief" that comes with saying goodbye, the shifts in identity that occur when you stop being an international resident, and the complex meaning of "home" after years abroad. Whether you are currently contemplating a move, in the middle of a transition, or the one left behind saying goodbye to a friend, Erin’s story offers a reality check on the strength found in choice. Join us as we honor the shared stories of our community and the pieces of the Netherlands we carry with us, wherever we go.

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Multilingualism Without the Pressure: A Conversation with Mimi from Growing Up Multilingual

Multilingualism Without the Pressure: A Conversation with Mimi from Growing Up Multilingual

How do children really find their voice in multiple languages? In this warm, honest, and direct episode, Eva sits down with resident linguist Mimi from Growing Up Multilingual to explore the profound ...

10 Joulu 202522min

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

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

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