by Katherine Perretta | Education, Podcast, Teenagers
This episode covers everything you need to know about choosing a secondary school education in the Netherlands, or at least in Amsterdam. We examine the streaming system, CITO exam, and some aspects of the process that are unique to Amsterdam. We talk with a...
by Stephanie Smith | Family Travel, Quick Travel Guides, Travel
Stephanie Smith shares her tips for a city break in Lisbon with the family (updated 2019 by the editorial team). With its steep hills and sea views, this charming, colourful capital of Portugal is a world away from Amsterdam. Escape to the beach and jump on free bikes...
by Lana Huf-Germain | Health, Pregnancy
Amsterdam Mama Lana Huf-Germain gave birth to baby Ruby almost three months early. Here she shares with readers what the procedures are in the Netherlands and where you can find support. An estimated 15 million babies are born too early every...
by Amal Shakeb and Audrey Coggins | Family Travel, The Mamas Recommend, Travel
Mountains, beaches, historical cities to pristine countryside, you can find it all in Europe …often within only a few hours of traveling. Here’s our list of Amsterdam Mamas-recommended family-friendly hotels and holidays spots in Europe, sorted...
by Erica Isaacson | Life in Amsterdam, Living Sustainably
Zero waste … with kids? In a major city? Yes! Zero waste isn’t about being perfect. It’s about doing lots of little things as consistently as you can. Erica Isaacson shares manageable strategies for Amsterdam families to reduce waste. I decided to start down the...