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Parenting in the Netherlands as an international family can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. DAM Parenting is a weekly podcast supporting international parents through pregnancy, birth, and parenthood in the Dutch system. With 175+ episodes, we explore everything from giving birth in a system you may not fully understand to raising third-culture kids in multilingual homes. Fe... more

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DAM Parenting says the stuff out loud that you might be thinking — just in your headphones, on your own time, when you're not quite ready to say it to anyone else yet.

In episode 4 of DAM Sex, Eva is back with sex and intimacy counsellor Debby Poort... more

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What do you do when the school you want for your child simply doesn't exist? If you're Tim and Camilla, co-founders of Seeker — you build it.

Seeker is a brand new private bilingual Dutch-English Montessori primary school opening in Eindhoven this S... more

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You're away for the six weeks of school holiday in your home country. Maybe you dropped your children off and came back to work. Or you're staring down the new school year starting soon with a child who has barely spoken Dutch all summer — and a quie... more

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Feeling like an exhausted parent before the summer holidays have even started? You're allowed to be. This short, one-take episode — no editing, no polish, on purpose — is a reality check on parent burnout, the mental load, and why holidays with young... more

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Recent Guests

Elif Durgel
Psychologist based in Eindhoven and founder of Roots and Wings Academy
Roots and Wings Academy
Episode: Why Does a Hand Lotion Calm Me Down? Nervous System Regulation with Elif Durgel
Adina Petre
Clinical psychologist and trauma therapist; immigrant from Romania
Episode: What Is Trauma? Big T, Little T, and Why It Might Be You
Debby Poort
Sex and intimacy counselor based in Amsterdam
Yellowwood (yellowwood.nl)
Episode: Obligation Sex Is More Common Than You Think — Here's What It's Really Costing Your Relationship
Dr. Marenne van Hengle Budde
Physician at Youth Healthcare in Amsterdam, expert on the Dutch National Immunisation Programme
Youth Healthcare Amsterdam
Episode: Vaccinations in the Netherlands: Everything International Parents Need to Know
Dr. Faye Pool
Resident child psychologist at Kerr Psychology
Kerr Psychology
Episode: Singing for Mental Health: Why Mums Who Sing Together Feel Less Anxious, Less Alone
Dr. Naomi Gibson
Psychologist, speaker, and expert in maternal mental health
Independent
Episode: Am I Doing Enough? The Mental Load of Raising a Bilingual Child, with Mimi
Dr. Naomi
Resident psychologist and expert in parenting
Episode: ADHD in Motherhood: The Shame, the Chaos & Finding Your Way Back to Yourself
Ferlina van Laerhoven
Employment lawyer, founder of Fair Line Law
Fair Line Law
Episode: Maternity Rights in the Netherlands: What Every International Parent Needs to Know
Dr. Marenne Van Hangel Budde
Youth health care doctor
Youth healthcare system (JGZ)
Episode: Who do i call when my child is sick in the Netherlands | A Youth Doctor explains the system

Hosts

Eva
Host and frequent co-host collaborating on Dam Parenting episodes with focus on postpartum, parenting abroad, and community building.
Maren
Co-host known for hosting and guest discussions around parenting, identity, and cross-cultural dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • A great place for English-speaking support for new parents throughout the Netherlands (and further)

    This rocks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noddy2795
    Netherlands10 months ago
  • Support just for us

    Everything is social media based so having this platform has been great for audio learners like myself. Thank you for this invaluable resource

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Expat dad
    United Statesa year ago
  • For All Parents

    While some episodes may be Netherlands specific, every parent can find support in this podcast. Eva and Robin are easy to listen to; it feels like hanging out with friends-Really talented, really helpful friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    el.spring
    United States2 years ago
  • Loved listening

    A great resource for parents in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and even further afield

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bon_bear
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Best resource there is!

    This podcast has been so helpful and continuously putting out valuable informative for our village. Thank you ladies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Foda63
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate honest, supportive discussions and diverse guest perspectives.
Conversations feel like advice from friends rather than lectures.
Highly useful for navigating Dutch systems and parenting abroad.
Growing sense of community and practical support for expat families.

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Why Your Desire Disappeared — And How to Find It Again (With Science)
Q: How do you help someone reconnect to desire when they've had brain fog or exhaustion?
Begin by addressing brain fog and current emotional needs, then progressively build mindful touch and embodied awareness, set boundaries for touch, and create conditions where willingness can reemerge without pressuring the person.
Why Your Desire Disappeared — And How to Find It Again (With Science)
Q: What does the research say sex does for us beyond relationship satisfaction?
Sex benefits physical health like better sleep and exercise-related effects, plus hormonal and mood boosts (dopamine, oxytocin, endorphins) that can reduce stress and pain, with relational benefits linked to smoother interactions and closeness.
They Couldn't Find the Right School. So They Built One.
Q: So you're building a school from scratch; how does a new school actually get started here in the Netherlands, and what did you have to understand about the education system to make this happen?
Tim describes choosing a private school route to gain flexibility, noting the government requires minimal initial oversight until after opening, while acknowledging the challenge of finding a suitable location and navigating licensing outside the public school route.
They Couldn't Find the Right School. So They Built One.
Q: Well, before we get into what Seeker is, can you tell me what was missing? Like, what were you not finding when you looked around Eindhoven for your own child or for the families around you?
Tim explains that they found traditional options lacking after years of reading and observing, which motivated them to pursue a Montessori approach that better fit their vision for their children's education and a supportive community.
Why Does a Hand Lotion Calm Me Down? Nervous System Regulation with Elif Durgel
Q: Can you explain how smell is linked to memory and why it hits differently than photos or songs?
She details the olfactory bulb's direct connection to the hippocampus and amygdala, meaning smells can instantly evoke autobiographical memories and emotions.

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The show targets international families navigating parenthood in the Netherlands, often exploring birth experiences, multilingual parenting, and the practicalities of the Dutch system. Episodes frequently feature collaborations with parenting experts, psychologists, legal professionals, and fellow expatriates, offering actionable guidance on topics like postpartum mental health, language development, work rights, and cultural adjustment. A standout trait is the emphasis on community, boundaries, and realistic expectations for families abroad, with a focus on practical strategies and shared experiences rather than idealized outcomes.

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1. Elif Durgel
2. Adina Petre
3. Debby Poort
4. Dr. Marenne van Hengle Budde
5. Dr. Faye Pool
6. Dr. Naomi Gibson
7. Dr. Naomi
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