Dam Parenting

Dam Parenting Podcast
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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 165+ episodes, we explore everything from giving birth in a system you may not fully understand to raising third-culture kids in multilingual homes. Featuring real birth stories, expert insights, and honest conversations, this is your space for clarity, reassurance, and community. You are not alone.

  1. Calm in the Chaos: Managing Stress and Anxiety as an International Parent

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    Calm in the Chaos: Managing Stress and Anxiety as an International Parent

    Parenting abroad comes with an invisible stress load — new systems, cultural differences, mental load, and the constant feeling of needing to keep up. For many international parents, this shows up as chronic overwhelm, anxiety, and a sense of losing themselves along the way. In this episode of DAM Parenting, therapist Rachel Forster joins us to talk about what stress and anxiety really look like in parents — especially those raising children far from their home country. This is not about fixing yourself or adding more to your to-do list. It’s about calming the nervous system, reducing overwhelm, and gently reconnecting with who you are beneath the roles of parent, planner, and problem-solver. You’ll hear about: Why parenting abroad increases stress and mental load How anxiety shows up in high-functioning parents Simple, body-based nervous system tools you can use in daily life How to reconnect with your authentic self without pressure or guilt This episode includes a short, guided regulation reset you can try while listening — even if you’re exhausted, overstimulated, or short on time. Guest: Rachel Forster, Therapist Learn more: rachaelforstertherapy.com

    29 min
  2. Nollaig na mBan: Why January Is for Pausing, Not Pushing

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    Nollaig na mBan: Why January Is for Pausing, Not Pushing

    January 6th marks Nollaig na mBan — Women’s Christmas — a traditional Irish day that honours women’s unseen work and the need for rest after the intensity of Christmas. In this short DAM Parenting episode, Eva shares why January was never meant to be about productivity, motivation, or “starting fresh” — especially for mothers carrying the mental load of family life. This episode explores: What Nollaig na mBan (Women’s Christmas) really is Why winter is a season of pause, not pressure The invisible labour women carry — especially at Christmas A gentler way to enter the new year as a parent Whether you’re an expat, immigrant parent, or raising children far from home, this episode is an invitation to slow down — without guilt. Listen now for a moment of reflection, recognition, and rest. If this episode resonates, share it with another mother — or claim your own Nollaig na mBan today.

    6 min

  3. 31-12-2025

    Day 12 of parenting abroad episodes

    First off - please excuse the quality! I only got to record this after arriving back from holidays, unpacked, dinner, and kid put in bed! And fireworks - oh man i didn't realise you could hear them on the mic- so it was a quick record and hope for the best! For the rest - thanks for being here in 2025 (and maybe 2024 and 2023!) and I hope you will be sticking around in 2026 for so much more to come - new voices, new topics and hopefully a less last minute podcast!

    8 min

  4. 30-12-2025

    Love & Communication Abroad: Strengthening Relationships as "Expat" Parents

    Eva and Angela explore the realities of relationships abroad — cultural differences, distance from support networks, and the emotional labour of parenting internationally. A grounded conversation about staying connected as partners and parents. Reshared ahead of the New Year.

    24 min

  5. 29-12-2025

    True Compromise in Relationships: Parenting Without Resentment

    This episode dives into what true compromise really looks like in relationships. Dr. Naomi Gibson shares tools for communication, teamwork, and emotional honesty — helping couples move from tension to collaboration. A powerful listen as the year winds down. What feels hardest to compromise on?

    38 min

  6. 28-12-2025

    Fatherhood & Mental Health: Breaking the Silence

    Recorded during Men’s Mental Health Week, this episode features two fathers sharing their experiences with NICU stays, ADHD, burnout, and emotional overload. It’s an honest conversation about the realities of fatherhood and why vulnerability is strength. = Reshared to support the whole parenting village.

    44 min

  7. 27-12-2025

    The Motherbrain Myth: How Parenthood Actually Changes the Brain

    Neuroscientist Dr. Elke De Witte explains how caregiving reshapes the brain — not just for mothers, but for all parents. This episode challenges outdated myths and calls for a more supportive understanding of parenthood in society and the workplace. A reflective listen during the quieter days after Christmas. What changed most for you after becoming a parent?

    46 min

  8. 26-12-2025

    Multilingual Parenting Without Pressure: Letting Go of the ‘Shoulds’

    This episode explores the emotional side of raising multilingual children — from guilt and comparison to burnout and fear. Mimi offers gentle, practical guidance to help families build sustainable, flexible language journeys rooted in connection rather than pressure. Reshared as part of our Christmas support series.

    21 min
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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 165+ episodes, we explore everything from giving birth in a system you may not fully understand to raising third-culture kids in multilingual homes. Featuring real birth stories, expert insights, and honest conversations, this is your space for clarity, reassurance, and community. You are not alone.

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    2023 - 2026
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