28 Apr-12 May: Meet the community! (#12)

Hey all! Alexandra here 🐨 I’m buzzing from all the beautiful weather and joyful celebrations we’ve been having – it’s been such a blast discovering how to navigate holidays like King’s Day with a little one in tow.  Hope you’ve been having just as much fun.

One of the things we always talk about here at APP is the importance of the people around us. Which is why we’re so excited to introduce our new monthly segment: Community Spotlight! Think of it as your regular opportunity to get a peek into the mind of one of the parents around you. 🧠 You’re an interesting bunch, and I’m looking forward to getting the chance to chat with more of you.

💡Community Spotlight: Claudia Dader talks sleepless nights, daycare and the importance of surrounding yourself with other parents. 

Claudia’s originally from Spain, and is newly back at work after having her 6 month old son. Read on for a sneak preview of her thoughts on motherhood, sleep and everything else that makes up those first few months.

What surprised you most about becoming a mom?

There are so many things. It’s the calming power you over with your child, more than any other person, and the energy you still have during the day, even if you haven’t slept or had a single coffee. Our bodies are amazing, especially our breasts. It’s incredible how they work, and how little we know about them before we become mums. 

Want to know her latest parenting win, and the advice she has for moms-to-be? Click here to read the rest of the interview.

In search of parenting advice? Dear Dr. Mom will be back in the next edition - be sure to submit any questions you have here. All questions will be anonymized and edited for clarity.

🗓️ What’s happening around town

Looking for something fun to do with your little one? Here's a selection of upcoming activities and events for babies, toddlers, and their parents. And Happy Mother’s Day to our mamas out there!

Online

• Baby Sleep Live Chat Q&A

  Sun 11 May @ 13:00-14:00 (Every 2 weeks) — Online

  Treat yourself to some better sleep this Mother’s Day 😴 Certified sleep consultant Khudeja Wlilliams of Little Dreamers is hosting a free, online live Q&A chat on WhatsApp so you can fit it into your busy day. Advice for babies from 0-18 months.

West

• Playday at Bos en Lommerplein

  Wed 30 Apr @ 11:00-17:00 — Bos en Lommer
  Join this free playday on the BoLo square for kids of all ages during the May holiday. There’s climbing, crafts, and surprise treats for everyone.

• Contakids at Damoves Amsterdam

  Thu 8 May 14:00-15:00 or Fri 9 May 15:15-16:15 (Every Thu & Fri) — Oud West

  Bring your child to this active exercise class, where they practice motor skills and you practice trust and connection with them! A new session begins on 8 May and runs until end of June for kids between 22 months and 6 years old.

• Mother’s Day in Bloom

  Sat 10 May @ 13:00-17:00 — Osdorp

  Celebrate Mother’s Day with free flowers and seeds, a colorful craft corner for planting, and a playground for the little ones 💐 

Center

• For Mothers, With Love Brunch

  Sun 11 May @ 14:00 — Dam Square

  For some serious luxury this Mother’s Day, the Krasnapolsky Hotel is hosting a special Mother’s Day gourmet brunch at the skylit Wintergarden. There’s a play area for children, and any under 12 eat free.

• Get Unstuck: Procrastination Tools for Mamapreneurs (plus coworking!)

  Mon 12 May @ 10:00-12:00 — Grachtengordel

  For mamas who own businesses, join this session to learn about the physical and emotional roots of procrastination and get practical tools to shift from “stuck” to “starting.” After the workshop, you can stay for optional co-working with fellow mama entrepreneurs!

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our families out there!

Until next time,

Alexandra from APP