by Ana Sofía González | Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Spring
On May 4, the Netherlands will observe Remembrance Day, a solemn occasion to honour the victims of World War II and subsequent conflicts. Amsterdam’s Dam Square will host the national remembrance ceremony, a poignant event attended by the King and Queen. The...
by Donna Bardsley | Children, Education, Podcast
Have you ever heard about all the ways bilingualism is beneficial for kids, but also that it’s the cause of so many problems for kids? Why is that? And if you’re raising children with multiple languages, have you wondered how will this paradox work out for your child?...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Children, Living Sustainably
On the 21st of April Amsterdam Mamas helped to host the Great Cloth Diaper Change 2012. Part of a world record breaking attempt to change as many cloth diapers at the same time around the globe as possible. Here at Amsterdam Mamas we love our cloth bums!...
by Deborah Nicholls-Lee | Quick Travel Guides, Travel
Possibly the most perfect family day out ever; Deborah Nicholls-Lee explains why a boat trip to Muiderslot castle ticks all the boxes. There are some family outings that leave you frazzled: walking tours where everyone is grumbling about their sore feet,...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Children
Are you looking for a party venue with indoor and outdoor space? Emmy celebrated her preschooler’s birthday at Stadsboerderij Zimmerhoeve in Amsterdam West and found it to be a great solution. Space for Everyone When my son turned one we decided not to...