by Deborah Nicholls-Lee | Autumn, Children, Children's Activities
“Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness…” Make your own Ode to Autumn with the kids this season with these brilliant ideas from the Amsterdam Mamas. Do a Scavenger Hunt in the Woods Make a list of 10 things your kids have to find (red leaf, acorn, pine cone etc.) and...
by Sandra Azar | Life in Amsterdam, Restaurants & Eating Out, The Mamas Recommend
Amsterdam is a city where you find amazing pancakes…which is no surprise because Amsterdammers just can’t get enough of them! Read on for the best pancake options in town. The Dutch pannenkoek is much larger and thinner than the American pancake, however,...
by Lana Huf-Germain | Home Sweet Home, Legal, Life in Amsterdam, Money
You would think that for a city built on water, the first choice of transportation would be a boat. After all, there are 165 canals in Amsterdam covering a total distance of more than 50km! We cycle, drive cars, ride scooters, hail trams, and… oh yes, we...
by Jolanda de Bie | Health, New to Amsterdam, Quick Start
To many newcomers to the Netherlands, navigating the Dutch healthcare system can be daunting. In this article, Amsterdam Mama Jolanda de Bie simplifies and explains the Dutch system – everything from how it works to who to call when you need help. How to Find...
by Vinita Salomé | Children, Life in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a photographer’s dream – a stunning place, filled with life, charm, and hidden nooks and corners – which makes for a great backdrop for those family photo sessions. There’s no better place to add a dash of novelty to a family...