by Lianne Bergeron | Bicycling, Children
To wear a helmet or not to wear a helmet? Amsterdam is a bike city, but would you insist your children wear helmets? While expecting my first child 8 years ago, I mentioned to my Dutch husband that our child would definitely be wearing a helmet as soon as he was...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Children, Cultural Holidays, Education
What are these bags my son keeps bringing home from daycare and what do we put in them when it’s our turn? Since my son started daycare I noticed a strange trend. Every week or so we would be handed a small bag at the end of the day filled with...
by Rina Mae Acosta | Child Care
Hiring an au pair can be a daunting task, especially when you live as an expat. Rina Mae Acosta helps you navigate the hurdles – both personal and logistical – as you start the journey to find the perfect match. Modern-day life presents unique challenges...
by Donna Bardsley | Children, Legal, Travel
If you plan a solo trip with your little one, you will need a few additional documents when you leave the country. This travel-loving Amsterdam Mama shares first-hand knowledge. Travelling may be off the cards at the moment, but hopefully, by...
by Maria Tzaneti | Health, Mental Health, Pregnancy
It is one of the things as parents that we try not to think about. However, the statistics tell us that 10-25% of all pregnancies will end in a missed miscarriage. One brave mother shares her story, in the hope that it will help other parents in the same situation....
by Simone Davies | Education
As an expat parent in Holland, the choice between a Dutch or international school for your child’s education can be a difficult one. One mama shares her family’s experience. Six years ago, we decided to move from Australia to the northern hemisphere for a...