by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Bicycling
How one Mama got her wheels back. They say you never forget how to ride a bike. I beg to differ. Filled with excitement at our new home city, my husband and I ventured out in our former child-free days to acquire our first Dutch bikes. We headed into the nearest bike...
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 Charlotte Hutting | Children, Health, New to Amsterdam, Pregnancy
Familiar with Kraamzorg? Chances are you have heard something about this incredibly helpful and compassionate service, but may still be a bit fuzzy on the details. Charlotte Hutting provides an inside view on this uniquely Dutch approach toward postnatal care....
by Emma van Nifterick | Legal, Money, New to Amsterdam
Receiving gift packages or buying favorite items online from our home countries can be part of daily life for international families, but the costs involved can be surprising and confusing. Fortunately, Emma van Nifterick is here to walk us through...
by Lana Huf-Germain | Health, Pregnancy
Amsterdam Mama Lana Huf-Germain gave birth to baby Ruby almost three months early. Here she shares with readers what the procedures are in the Netherlands and where you can find support. An estimated 15 million babies are born too early every...