by Myrte van Lonkhuijsen | Children, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Pregnancy, The Mamas Recommend
“Breast is best”, we are told, but what can you do when your body does not seem to concur? Lactation consultant Myrte van Lonkhuisjen explains why it’s OK to get help and where in Amsterdam you can find the resources you need. Breastfeeding is...
by Sara Bobkoff | Education
Looking for a school for your child but not sure how to begin? Amsterdam Mama Sara Bobkoff has been through the process and has some tips on how to get started. There are lots of websites available in Amsterdam to help you start your research. Most are in Dutch...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | New to Amsterdam, The Mamas Recommend
Emmy McCarthy, Managing Director of Amsterdam Mamas, shares her must-have apps for parents in Amsterdam. I am welded to my iPhone. It runs my life. Especially since I became a parent, started running Amsterdam Mamas and developed a serious case of baby brain. All...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Bicycling, New to Amsterdam, Shopping, The Mamas Recommend
Spend any time on a bike in Amsterdam and you’ll soon discover the many types of rain: soft rain, drizzle, spitting, misty rain, downpour, torrential rain and so on. Meaning, you’re bound to get wet. But we’ve got you covered – from coats to...
by Maureen Freelink | Health, Life in Amsterdam, The Mamas Recommend
Whether you are a seasoned runner or new to the sport, Amsterdam and its surrounding area offer a wide number of running events throughout the year. Female fitness specialist and running coach Maureen Freelink has compiled a list of races for you and your little...