Village Vibes: Planning a Second Home Birth in the Netherlands: Helen’s Story
What happens to your birth plan when there is already a little one at home? In this installment of our Village Vibes series, we’re joined by Helen, a mom of two from England living in the Netherlands,...
24 Jun 202435min
Raising Multilingual Children: Myths, Strategies, and Cultural Connection - with Eowyn
If you’ve ever felt discouraged by the "language gap" or worried that your child is losing their connection to your home culture, this episode is for you. Eowyn Crisfield returns to Dam Parenting to o...
19 Jun 202435min
DAMChats 18) Saying Goodbye to the Binky: Navigating the Transition with Your Toddler
Whether you call it a binky, dummy, or tutje, the pacifier is a beloved tool that helps many babies (and parents) survive the early years. But when is the "right" time to say goodbye? In this episode ...
17 Jun 202418min
From You to Us: Real Talk on Raising Kids in the International Community
Being an international parent in the Netherlands means facing a unique set of hurdles, and sometimes you just need to know you’re not the only one struggling with them. In this warm, honest, and direc...
12 Jun 202420min
DamChats 17) Finding a Home in the Netherlands: How to Handle Bidding Wars and Housing Stress
Becoming a parent is unpredictable enough without the added stress of the Amsterdam housing market. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva and Maren dive deep into a topic that has sparked endless conv...
10 Jun 202427min
DamGoode Bookclub 1) The Happiest Kids in the World - Unpacking Dutch Parenting
Why are Dutch children consistently ranked as some of the happiest in the world? In this first installment of the DamGoode Bookclub, hosts Eva and Maren are joined by award-winning librarian and autho...
3 Jun 202430min
The 3-Month Postpartum Shift: Reality vs. Expectations with Doula Harriet
What happens when the "new baby" excitement fades and the long-term reality of motherhood sets in? In this follow-up episode of Dam Parenting, we reconnect with Amsterdam-based postpartum doula Harrie...
29 Mai 202437min
Nutrition and Mental Health: How Food Impacts Motherhood and Well-being
When life gets overwhelming, self-care is often the first thing to go—and nutrition usually follows. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva and Maren sit down with Amélie to take a warm, honest, and di...
28 Mai 202416min
