by Deborah Nicholls-Lee | Autumn, Children, Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, Winter
It’s Holiday season! Want to make sure that the kids know it’s Christmas? Here’s how to create that festive feeling and put a smile on their faces. 1. Follow the Lights at the Amsterdam Licht Festival As night falls, so Amsterdam lights up with...
by Alexis Podolny Heald | Career
Our Working Mama Alexis is returning to work after maternity leave and talks you through her first week back at work. Granted I’m celebrating a bit prematurely as it is only Thursday afternoon and I feel like collapsing already, but so far so good! What can I...
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 Editorial Team | Career, Mental Health
One brave mama shares how she used her burnout to find time for herself and create a new way of living. I am sure many of you have read the famous novel Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. There is a scene where the female protagonist starts crying in the bathroom...
by Tanaya Chaturvedi | Children, Health, Pregnancy
Breastfeeding was not a straightforward journey for one Amsterdam mama, but exclusive pumping and supportive medical professionals helped her find a way through. Before I gave birth, I thought breastfeeding would be like the Medela ads: a happy, well-rested mama...