Life in Amsterdam
When Cultures Collide: One Mama’s Experience of the Dutch Workplace
Work culture can vary from country to country and newcomers to the Netherlands must learn to adapt. For British Mama Samantha Gale this process was comically painful. My First Day at Work I am often asked (okay, my mum asked once) how the working...
Adjusting to the Bike: One Mama’s Experience of Getting Back on Two Wheels
Learning to get back on her bike was an embarrassing experience for one Amsterdam Mama. Here she explains why. I was 14 when I asked my Dad if I could take the British Cycling Proficiency Test – his answer was a candid no. He told me that it would be better for all...
Car Options for the Car-Free
Making a big move into the city often means leaving the car behind. Amsterdam, with its ingenious bikes and comprehensive public transport, is pretty friendly to the car-free, but sometimes you just need a set of wheels! Here’s how to get...
The Mamas Recommend: Babysitting Agencies in Amsterdam
Whether for a one-off night out, or for regular child-minding support, we all want the best, most reliable, and affordable babysitters for our children. Here is a list of agencies offering English-speaking nannies and babysitters. 24nannies 24Nannies provide...
What are the ABC Swimming Diplomas?
In this country of canals and open water, learning to swim is a necessity. A national swimming programme called Zwem-ABC ensures that children develop sound swimming and water survival skills and covers everything from freestyle to what to do if you fall through the...
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