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...
by Liz Schoen | Health, New to Amsterdam
Anyone who lives and works in the Netherlands are obligated to take out zorgversekering (health insurance). Sounds fair, but simple it is not. The daunting task of firstly choosing an insurer and then deciding which package you need may leave you dazed and confused....
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Letters From Emmy
This is a very important post for the AM team. This is our 500th post on the website since we launched in May 2012. We thought it would be fitting to make such an achievement, a celebration. Read on… This month is PARTY! month at Amsterdam Mamas, not...
by Editorial Team | Do You Need Help, Health, Mental Health
Protect yourself by asking for information and assistance from professional help workers and organisations, so you are able to make the right decision for yourself and your children. Inform your general practitioner (huisarts) of your situation, and when possible ask...