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
Fatherhood & Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
Recorded during Men’s Mental Health Week, this episode features two fathers sharing their experiences with NICU stays, ADHD, burnout, and emotional overload. It’s an honest conversation about the real...
28 Des 202544min
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
Multilingual Parenting Without Pressure: Letting Go of the ‘Shoulds’
This episode explores the emotional side of raising multilingual children — from guilt and comparison to burnout and fear. Mimi offers gentle, practical guidance to help families build sustainable, fl...
26 Des 202521min
