45) Loneliness in Motherhood: Why You Feel Alone Even When You Aren’t with Dr. Naomi
Dam Parenting21 Maj 2024

45) Loneliness in Motherhood: Why You Feel Alone Even When You Aren’t with Dr. Naomi

Motherhood is often painted as a time of constant connection, but the reality for many is a profound sense of isolation. In this candid episode of Dam Parenting, Eva and Maren sit down with resident psychologist Dr. Naomi Gibson to pull back the curtain on the loneliness so many mothers face but rarely discuss.

Whether it's the 3:00 AM feed, the repetitive park visits, or the rainy Dutch days that keep you indoors, we take a warm, honest, and direct look at the emotional toll of exhaustion and the "perfection" trap. Dr. Naomi shares her research on the link between self-compassion and loneliness, offering practical insights on how to be a kinder friend to yourself when you feel most invisible. If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one struggling to "enjoy every moment," this episode is your reminder that your feelings are valid. You aren’t failing; you’re just human.


As long as you are self- compassionate, you will never walk alone


Self-compassion and loneliness

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DAM Chats 1) Dealing with Toddler Tantrums: Honest Stories and Survival Strategies

DAM Chats 1) Dealing with Toddler Tantrums: Honest Stories and Survival Strategies

Dive into the chaos and charm of toddlerhood with Maren and Eva in this debut episode of DAM Chats. We’re taking a warm, honest, and direct look at the nitty-gritty of toddler tantrums—from the epic m...

8 Jan 202419min

18) Village Vibes: Maren’s Birth Story and the Power of Shared Narratives

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

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 Dec 202315min

16) Parenting and the Holidays: Navigating Family Dynamics and "Going Home" with Dr Naomi

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 Dec 202348min

15) Postpartum Planning in the Netherlands: The First 6 Weeks with Doula Harriet

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 Dec 202355min

14) Pregnancy Over 35 in the Netherlands: Expert Advice from an OLVG Gynaecologist

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 Dec 202335min

13) Doulas in the Netherlands: Training, Registries, and Finding Your Birth Support

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

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

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