Children’s Mental Health: Navigating Moves and Life Changes with Kate Berger from the Expat Kids Club

Change is the only constant in expat life, but that doesn't make it easy—especially for our children. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we sit down with Kate Berger from the Expat Kids Club to take a warm, honest, and direct look at children’s mental health during major life shifts. Whether you’ve just landed in the Netherlands or are navigating a mid-year school move, Kate shares practical strategies to help your family stay regulated and connected.We explore why "resilience" isn't just about bouncing back, but about building the emotional vocabulary to process big feelings. Kate offers real-world scenarios to help parents lead with empathy, guiding us on how to manage our own stress so we can better support our kids. From the "Third Culture Kid" experience to the power of a unified family approach, this conversation is an essential guide for any parent helping their child find their footing in a world of "new beginnings."Some websites and book Kate mentioned in the episode are listed below:Families in Global TransitionTilt Parenting Book: "Third culture kids"You can reach out to Kate at www.expatkidsclub.com