by Myrte van Lonkhuijsen | Children, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Pregnancy, The Mamas Recommend
“Breast is best”, we are told, but what can you do when your body does not seem to concur? Lactation consultant Myrte van Lonkhuisjen explains why it’s OK to get help and where in Amsterdam you can find the resources you need. Breastfeeding is...
by Annick Noirfalisse | Health, Home Sweet Home, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
All these picturesque canals come with a price … rats! Amsterdam has more than its share of these smart but nasty critters. Here’s some info and resources to help you identify a problem and get help. I recently learned a creepy fact: if the tiles on...
by Mark Schiefelbein | Children, Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Spring
It’s April, the days are getting longer and the sun has been out a few times also. But we’re still under corona lockdown with travel restrictions. So what to do during May vacation? We have you covered … A day camp can be a great option to keep kids active...
by Marisa Rijpkema | Career, Working Life
Returning to work after having a baby? For Marisa, believing that you can do it is crucial when job hunting, and it’s a lot like breastfeeding. Read on to find out how she got on with both. Nursing and Job Hunting Are Kind of the Same I knew it was coming....
by Mark Schiefelbein | Children, Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Summer
Art, Hockey, Theatre, Science, Riding, BMX, General Sports, Sailing, Soccer/Football, Tennis, Cooking …. and more! Here are some summer camp options for your kids in Summer 2021. Day camps are getting more and more popular amongst kids and parents in Amsterdam....