by Saron van Diemen | Health, Pregnancy, The Mamas Recommend
Mind and body coach Saron van Diemen explains the importance of staying fit during pregnancy and, with the help of the AM Facebook group, shares the most popular pregnancy fitness classes in town. 5 Reasons Why You Should Exercise During Pregnancy The...
by Annebet van Mameren | Education, New to Amsterdam, Quick Start
One of the main challenges for families new to Amsterdam is figuring out the school system. Annebet van Mameren, from relocation specialists New2nl, explains the basics. Introduction In the Netherlands, school is compulsory for children from the age of 5 until...
by Leonie Stekelenburg | Children, Health, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
Leonie Stekelenberg explains how Mindfulness courses can help us manage the challenges of parenting and lists her recommendations. Why Mindfulness for Amsterdam Mamas? If you are a parent who has recently moved to Amsterdam, you probably know from the inside...
by Jennifer Poussin | Birth Stories, Pregnancy
French Mama Jennifer Poussin had planned for a hospital birth but her baby decided to do it the Dutch way and surprised her with a speedy home delivery. Here she shares her story and explains how her unplanned delivery worked out for the best. A Special Story A few...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Book Reviews, Children, Learning Dutch, The Mamas Recommend
Looking for ideas for a book for your children? Emmy McCarthy shares the Mamas’ recommendations for Dutch literature translated into English. Books play a particularly important role in the lives of international children, linking them with their home...
by Ariane Hendricks | Ask the Expert, Children, Legal, Money
Today we explore what Dutch law has to say about guardianship in the event of a parent’s death. When someone passes away who leaves behind a child who is still a minor, the registrar must inform the court of this immediately. The court will then check to...