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 Juni 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 Juni 202427min
DamGoode Bookclub: The Happiest Kids in the World: What Dutch Parenting Gets Right
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 Juni 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 Maj 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 Maj 202416min
ADHD in Motherhood: Managing Overwhelmed Routines and Late Diagnosis
Motherhood is overwhelming for everyone, but for mothers with ADHD, the mental load can feel like a daily battle against executive dysfunction. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we are joined by Emm...
27 Maj 202428min
How to Heal After Pregnancy Loss: Support and Insights with Ilena Standring
Trigger WarningPregnancy loss is a deeply personal journey that is far too often navigated in silence. In this installment of our Maternal Mental Health series, Eva and Maren sit down with specialist ...
23 Maj 202430min
Starting School in the Netherlands: Managing Parental Anxiety and Transitions
When our children start school, we focus so much on their backpacks and big feelings that we often forget our own. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we’re joined by relocation counselor and coach Erin...
22 Maj 202427min
