EPISODE · Nov 8, 2023 · 42 MIN
10) Building Your Village as an Expat Parent in the Netherlands with Dr Naomi
from Dam Parenting · host Dam Parenting Podcast
We’ve all heard that "it takes a village," but for international parents in the Netherlands, that village doesn't just appear—it has to be built. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we’re joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Naomi Gibson for a warm, honest, and direct conversation about the essential need for postpartum support.Hosts Eva and Maren share their own contrasting experiences of what "the village" looks like when your biological family is far away. We explore how to identify and recruit your modern support network, from doulas and neighbors to the "mom friends" you meet at the consultatiebureau. Dr. Naomi breaks down why community is a non-negotiable for maternal mental health and how to overcome the guilt of asking for help. If you’ve been feeling the heavy weight of "doing it all," this episode is your permission slip to stop white-knuckling parenthood and start opening the door to others.
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