
Welcome to Dam Parenting
Welcome to Dam Parenting in 2026.Here's a brief overview of who we are, what we do and what you can expect from us.
10 Jan 1min

Calm in the Chaos: Managing Stress as an International Parent with Rachael
Parenting abroad comes with an invisible stress load — new systems, cultural differences, mental load, and the constant feeling of needing to keep up. For many international parents, this shows up as ...
7 Jan 29min

Nollaig na mBan: Why January Is for Pausing, Not Pushing
January 6th marks Nollaig na mBan — Women’s Christmas — a traditional Irish day that honours women’s unseen work and the need for rest after the intensity of Christmas.In this short DAM Parenting epis...
6 Jan 5min

Day 12 of parenting abroad episodes
First off - please excuse the quality! I only got to record this after arriving back from holidays, unpacked, dinner, and kid put in bed! And fireworks - oh man i didn't realise you could hear them on...
31 Des 20257min

Love & Communication Abroad: Strengthening Relationships as "Expat" Parents
Eva and Angela explore the realities of relationships abroad — cultural differences, distance from support networks, and the emotional labour of parenting internationally. A grounded conversation abou...
30 Des 202523min

True Compromise in Relationships: Parenting Without Resentment
This episode dives into what true compromise really looks like in relationships. Dr. Naomi Gibson shares tools for communication, teamwork, and emotional honesty — helping couples move from tension to...
29 Des 202537min

The Motherbrain Myth: How Parenthood Actually Changes the Brain
Does pregnancy really make women less capable — or is that a myth? Neuroscientist Dr Elke De Witte breaks down how parenthood reshapes the brain and why “motherbrain” deserves a rethink.Neuroscientist...
27 Des 202545min





















