18) Village Vibes: Maren’s Birth Story and the Power of Shared Narratives
Birth is often shrouded in idealized narratives, but in our first "Village Vibes" episode, we’re stripping away the mystery to reveal the raw reality. Host Maren kicks off this special series by shari...
3 Jan 202446min
17) Pass the Mic: Why We Created Dam Parenting and Where We're Heading
Seventeen episodes in, and we are feeling more grateful than ever for this incredible international community. In this special episode of Dam Parenting, Eva and Maren take a moment to "pass the mic" b...
27 Des 202315min
16) Parenting and the Holidays: Navigating Family Dynamics and "Going Home" with Dr Naomi
'Tis the season for the "great trek" back to our home countries—but returning to our roots looks different once we’re the ones pushing the stroller. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we take a warm, h...
20 Des 202348min
15) Postpartum Planning in the Netherlands: The First 6 Weeks with Doula Harriet
The nursery is ready and the birth plan is signed, but what happens when you actually bring the baby home? In this episode of Dam Parenting, we sit down with postpartum doula Harriet to navigate the o...
13 Des 202355min
14) Pregnancy Over 35 in the Netherlands: Expert Advice from an OLVG Gynaecologist
If you are navigating pregnancy over the age of 35 in the Netherlands, you might notice the "medical" side of the Dutch system clicking into gear. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we wrap up our prof...
6 Des 202335min
13) Doulas in the Netherlands: Training, Registries, and Finding Your Birth Support
What does it actually mean to have a doula by your side in the Netherlands? In this episode of Dam Parenting, we explore "the art of presence" with Joyce, a seasoned doula and trainer. We take an hone...
29 Nov 202337min
12) Dutch Kraamzorg Explained: Postpartum Care in the Netherlands with Laura
In the Netherlands, the first week after birth is defined by one word: Kraamzorg. But what does this unique Dutch postpartum care actually entail? In this episode of Dam Parenting, we sit down with La...
22 Nov 202358min
11) Understanding the Dutch Verloskundige: Midwifery Care in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, the verloskundige (midwife) is the cornerstone of your pregnancy journey, but for those of us from abroad, the autonomy they hold can be a surprise. In this episode of Dam Parentin...
15 Nov 202357min
