by Ilena Standring | Health, Mental Health, Pregnancy
Miscarriage can be a traumatic experience, perhaps particularly so if you are far from your traditional support system. Fortunately, there are many resources easily accessible from Amsterdam to help you navigate your way through this painful experience. Chances...
by Stephanie Smith | Health, Mental Health, Pregnancy
Many pregnancies do not make it to full term and the grief for the expectant parents can be hard to bear. One strong mama shares her story and reaches out to other parents who have experienced loss. For more information, read Miscarriage Support in the...
by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Book Reviews
Earlier in the summer I was invited by author Catherine Transler to review her forthcoming book “Turning International”. As a serial expat, fascinated by the international lifestyle I and countless others have chosen to lead, I was only too happy to...
by Katherine Perretta | Education, Podcast, Teenagers
This episode covers everything you need to know about choosing a secondary school education in the Netherlands, or at least in Amsterdam. We examine the streaming system, CITO exam, and some aspects of the process that are unique to Amsterdam. We talk with a...
by Deborah Nicholls-Lee and Margaret Smet | Children, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Summer
The Amsterdamse Bos is more than just a giant wooded park; it is home to numerous child-friendly attractions. Here are 10 great activities to get you started. In the 1930s, the City of Amsterdam employed more than 20,000 people to create the Amsterdamse Bos, planting...