Rejecting New Year Pressure: Honoring the Invisible Labor of Mothers

Rejecting New Year Pressure: Honoring the Invisible Labor of Mothers

January 6th marks Nollaig na mBan, or Women’s Christmas—an Irish tradition dedicated to honoring the unseen work women do and reclaiming space for rest after the holiday chaos. In this warm, honest, and direct episode, Eva explores why the "New Year, New You" narrative is often a trap for parents already carrying a heavy mental load. Instead of pushing for productivity and fresh starts, we discuss why mid-winter is biologically and emotionally meant for pausing.

For international parents in the Netherlands, the pressure to "hit the ground running" can feel relentless. This episode is your permission slip to slow down. We dive into the history of Nollaig na mBan, the reality of invisible labor, and how to enter the new year with compassion rather than a to-do list. Whether you’re an expat or raising a family far from your roots, join us for a moment of recognition: you’ve done enough, and now, it’s time to rest.

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Asian Motherhood Abroad: Identity, Career, and Raising Culturally Rooted Kids

Asian Motherhood Abroad: Identity, Career, and Raising Culturally Rooted Kids

Asian motherhood in the Netherlands comes with a unique set of pressures—from cultural expectations and career demands to the quiet, constant work of belonging. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva i...

11 Feb 19min

Children’s Mental Health: Building Emotional Safety and Resilience with Dr. Faye Poole

Children’s Mental Health: Building Emotional Safety and Resilience with Dr. Faye Poole

Children’s mental health is frequently discussed only when something feels "wrong," but what if it’s actually something we support through our daily relationships? In this episode of Dam Parenting, re...

4 Feb 23min

Head Lice in Dutch Schools: Facts, Treatments, and Ending the Stigma

Head Lice in Dutch Schools: Facts, Treatments, and Ending the Stigma

It’s the email every parent in the Netherlands dreads. In this warm, honest, and direct solo episode, Eva tackles the "itchy" reality of head lice with a mix of personal stories and hard facts. We’re ...

31 Jan 6min

How to Support Your Multilingual Child’s Emotional Needs at Schoolwith Mimi

How to Support Your Multilingual Child’s Emotional Needs at Schoolwith Mimi

Starting school in a foreign language is a significant cognitive challenge, but it’s the emotional challenge that often weighs heaviest on our children. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva is joined...

28 Jan 30min

Joy as a Parenting Resource: Science-Backed Tools to Prevent Burnout with Eva

Joy as a Parenting Resource: Science-Backed Tools to Prevent Burnout with Eva

Between the "to-do" lists and the emotional demands of raising children abroad, joy can feel frivolous—but it’s actually sustaining. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we sit down with Eva, psychologis...

21 Jan 39min

Redefining Success: How to Pivot Your Career After Becoming a Parent with Ellen

Redefining Success: How to Pivot Your Career After Becoming a Parent with Ellen

Parenthood doesn't just change your schedule; it changes your soul. In this episode of Dam Parenting, Eva is joined by Ellen Johnson, founder of Evergreen Coaching & Consulting, for a warm, honest, an...

14 Jan 33min

Welcome to Dam Parenting

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

Managing Parental Anxiety: Nervous System Tools for International Parents with Rachael

Managing Parental Anxiety: Nervous System Tools for International Parents with Rachael

Raising a family far from home brings a mental load that few people talk about openly. In this episode of Dam Parenting, therapist Rachael Forster joins us to take a warm, honest, and direct look at t...

7 Jan 29min

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