16) Festive Reflections: Parenting and the mental dance of going back home

"Sleep when the baby sleeps" – it's a phrase we’ve all heard, but let’s be real: for most new parents, it’s simply not a reality. Research shows that parents lose significant sleep each night, with di...

9 Maj 202438min

It's European Baby Wearing week !Baby wearing has grown in popularity over the last decade, and for good reason. Not only does it free up your hands, but it also offers comfort and security to your li...

8 Maj 202422min

Postpartum is one of the most transformative and challenging times in motherhood, and no matter how much you prepare, you can never truly be ready. But what if you could prepare in a way that helps yo...

7 Maj 202428min

At the beginning of the year, Maren shared her personal birth story, showing that sometimes things don't go as planned—and that's okay. Birth stories are unique, and while they may not always fit the ...

6 Maj 202430min

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a crucial topic: maternal mental health. We're joined by Professor Birit Broekman from the POP Polis clinic in OLVG⁠ in Amsterdam. It’s estimated that two in...

2 Maj 202422min

In this episode, we welcome back Chandelle, an experienced midwife based in Amsterdam, who first joined us on episode 11⁠ to discuss midwife training and expectations. Now, Chandelle dives deep into w...

1 Maj 202425min

Welcome to a special announcements episode! Dam Parenting launched just 6 months ago - and today marks 55th episode being released and there are lots to celebrate for our niche audience! ALSO Eva and...

29 Apr 202420min

In this insightful episode, Maren and Eva are joined once again by Ilena Standring, a passionate doula, advocate, and expert on Matrescence—the profound journey of becoming a mother. The term "Matresc...

24 Apr 20241h 1min