Lifestyle

9 things to expect as an expat mother in the Netherlands

Motherhood in the Netherlands can be quite different from what you might anticipate. Here are some things...

11 signs you have been successfully Dutchified (part two)

Do you enjoy Dutch directness? Are you lost without your planner? Can you not pass up a...

Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy...

The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from...

11 ways to live waste-free in the Netherlands

Living waste-free isn't just a trend for eccentric, tote-bag-wearing vegans. 🌱 It’s a practice that can improve...

Separations and divorce in the Netherlands: what does it mean for our kids? An expert’s advice

The end of a relationship is never easy. However, it can be especially difficult when there are...

How to beat the Dutch heat: 11 tips to keep your cool

Temperatures are rising, the sun is blasting, and the sweat is trickling down our backs. Welcome to...

What the Dutch are getting right: Antibiotics in the Netherlands

Ah, the Netherlands. A land of paracetamol-prescribing physicians who baulk at the mere notion of giving you antibiotics...