Children
The Mamas Recommend: Birthday Party Locations
Need a place to party? Amsterdam is bursting with great venues for children. Here are the top picks from the Amsterdam Mamas Facebook group. Links updated as of January 2020. Art Museums: Most museums offer art parties suitable for children aged 6+. Check out the...How to Choose the Best Name for Your International Child
Are you searching to find a name that works both in Dutch and English? Never fear, the Mamas are to the rescue! Check out our essential list of names that are easy to pronounce for both Dutch and English speakers, and some names to avoid! Let us help you work out how...Choosing the Right School for Your Child
One mama shares her tips for choosing the right school for your child. She discusses different questions to ask and issues to consider as you make the decision. I’m writing about a topic that has been brewing in my mind for some time. This is for parents in the...
Montessori Schooling in the Dutch Public System
Wondering how Montessori schools work within the Dutch Public School System? Simone Davies from Jacaranda Montessori Playgroup explains what you can expect. When we decided to move to Amsterdam in 2006, I was so excited to find out that Montessori schooling was...
Adventures in Parenting: First Day of Voorschool
The start of a new school year signaled the beginning of a new phase for one mama and her son. It was the first day of voorschool. I had been looking forward to this time for almost a year – imagining new freedoms for myself, and new experiences for my son. And...
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