31 Mar-14 Apr: Activities for your budding creative (#10)

Hello APP community — and happy Spring!

Things have been very busy lately for me and the other APP organizers. Between the Burnout Support Program starting tomorrow, Co-Work with Kids the week after, our Fourth Trimester Program in development, two new full time jobs, renovations, visitors, traveling… Suffice to say it has been a lot for the team. We took a pause from Dear Dr. Mom (our parenting advice column) for this issue to rest and regroup. We talk so much about finding balance and giving yourself grace as a parent — time to put that into practice ⚖️

That said, now is a great time to submit your burning baby/toddler parenting questions for the experts in our network! You don’t have to rely on WhatsApp or 2am Googling. We have a ton of professionals, from sleep consultants to career coaches, willing to volunteer their time to answer you — with real scientific information — through our Dear Dr. Mom column 👩‍⚕️ 

No question is too small — and it’s likely that someone else in our community is going through the exact same thing. All questions will be anonymized and edited for clarity, too.

🗓️ 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.

APP events coming up 💖

• Co-Work with Kids, with childcare by Hola Nanny

  Tue 8 Apr @ 12:30-14:30 — Rivierenbuurt

  Only a few spots left! 🔥 Let our onsite nannies watch your kids (0-4 years old) while you actually get work done and network with other work-from-home parents 💻️ You’re welcome with or without your kids.

• APP Wellness Walk

  Mon 14 April @ 3:00 — Rembrandtpark

  Meet local parents for our regular afternoon walk through the park. Bring your babies, dogs, or just yourself: all welcome!

West

• Kids Culture Day at Café Belcampo

  Sun 6 Apr @ 11:00-17:00 — Oud West

  A show with dance, music, and circus acts; workshops; and an open talent show all for kids from 0-12 years old at De Hallen.

• Paint a t-shirt at the Upcycle Room

  Fri 11 Apr @ 10:00-11:30 — Oud West

  If your fridge is already overloaded with your toddler’s paintings, what about a t-shirt instead? Hosted by Gray Label for toddlers 2-5 years old.

Center

• Children’s Music Day

  Sun 6 Apr @ 9:30 — Museumplein

  The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra has put together a performance and activities for all ages, to celebrate Children’s Music Week across the Netherlands.

South

• Meet & Play in Amstelpark

  Wed 2 Apr @ 11:00 – 12:30 — Zuidas

  Join local parents for this free park playdate, organized by the NLKidsGuide WhatsApp group. No need to sign up, just show up with your picnic blanket.

Online

• Expat Parenting Collective Group Coaching: Parent Isolation

  Tue 15 April @ 19:30-21:30 – Online

  Angela at the Expat Parenting Collective is hosting a group coaching session about parent isolation — a topic dear to APP 💕 She’s offering 25% off to the APP community (€30 instead of €40). Email her at [email protected] to sign up, and tell her you’re from APP to get the discount.

Want to share an event with our community? Email [email protected] to get in touch.

Until next time,

Alex from the Amsterdam Parent Project (APP)