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THIRD CULTURE KIDS: PUTTING DOWN ROOTS BETWEEN HOMELANDS

In the 1960s, sociologists studying India’s expat communities came across an interesting phenomenon: although there were separate groups within these communities (such as teachers and foreign service officers), they still loved intermingling and spending time with one another. Despite coming from different cultures and nationalities, these people bonded closely over their shared experience as expats, and even created a unique, “third” culture—one that differed from both their

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Mindful Birthing - 3-week partner preparation series
Tue, Aug 30
The Labour Department
Aug 30, 6:30 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Birth matters, this life experience can stay with you and influence your parenting journey. While the process of birth is not something we can control, having awareness of this process and what you can do to influence it to unfold optimally is key to approach birth with confidence.
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Early Parenthood Group Fall Pass
Thu, Sep 01
The Labour Department
Sep 01, 11:00 AM – Nov 24, 1:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
With the Fall Pass you get access to 13 Early Parenthood Groups (every Thursday from 11-13 in September, October & November) but only pay for 10 Groups.
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Early Parenthood Group
Thu, Sep 01
The Labour Department
Sep 01, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
For new parents with babies 2-16 weeks old, a weekly chance to connect with other parents in the same phase as you, plus share parenting highs and lows and a get into a group selected topic.
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MamaMoves Foundations
Thu, Sep 01
The Labour Department
Sep 01, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
In this small group setting, you will learn how to properly engage your core and pelvic floor to create inner strength, prevent injury, and heal diastasis and pelvic floor dysfunctions. This is suitable for any postpartum mama from a few weeks to many years postpartum.
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Drop in Play Fall Pass
Fri, Sep 02
The Labour Department
Sep 02, 11:00 AM – Nov 24, 12:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
With the Fall Pass you get access to 13 drop in plays (every Friday from 11-12 in September, October & November) but only pay for 10 hangs.
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Drop in Play
Fri, Sep 02
The Labour Department
Sep 02, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Join us for a weekly drop in play group for babies, toddlers and parents! While your kid makes new play friends, you can connect with other parents. Coffee’s on us.
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DAD HANG
Fri, Sep 02
Amsterdam
Sep 02, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Join us for a beer and chat on rotating themes of parenthood. This is a time for fathers and non-birthing partners to hang, chat, and learn.
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Adult Art Club
Sat, Sep 03
The Labour Department
Sep 03, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
A chance to come together with a small group of women and make cool shit with our hands. Each month we'll explore something new.
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Introduction to Newborn Sleep
Wed, Sep 07
Amsterdam
Sep 07, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
For expectant parents and those with babies up to 3 months old, who want to set up great sleep habits from the start! During this session, Sleep coach Joanne Lozman, will explain the importance of sleep and provide you with the tools you need to establish good sleep habits from the start of life.
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Mama Hang Fall Pass
Wed, Sep 07
The Labour Department
Sep 07, 3:00 PM – Nov 30, 5:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Want to meet other mamas? The Mama Hang is the perfect place. With the Fall pass you get access to 13 hangs (every Wednesday afternoon in September, October & November) but only pay for 10 hangs.
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Mama Hang
Wed, Sep 07
The Labour Department
Sep 07, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
A casual drop-in where mamas and mamas to be, share tips and experiences, and ask questions in an open, safe and non-judgemental environment. And of course there will be coffee (or tea).
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Babywearing Consultation
Thu, Sep 08
Amsterdam
Sep 08, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Learn how to have two free hands and a happy baby, comfortably! In this consultation, you'll join up to two other families to learn and practice comfortably and ergonomically carrying your baby in the carrier of your choice.
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September Book Club: All Adults Here
Thu, Sep 08
Amsterdam
Sep 08, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Join Brooklyn for this months book club, as we explore one of this years most talked about books: All Adults Here by Emma Straub. We will spend time hanging with on another and deep diving into this novel. Join in person or online!
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Working Moms Coffee Club
Fri, Sep 09
Amsterdam
Sep 09, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career plus motherhood can be a juggle, come grab a coffee with mamas in the same boat! As always, feel free to come solo or with your mini. There will be coffee.
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Big Topics for Little Kids Story Time
Sat, Sep 10
Amsterdam
Sep 10, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
For minis age 0 to 6, a unique story time focusing on social emotional learning and other "big topics" through books! Each month we'll bring on a new topic to get your little one thinking.
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Getting Unstuck: Parents Series
Wed, Sep 14
The Labour Department
Sep 14, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
For parents to hit the "reset" button. Reconnect to yourself, create community, and rebalance your busy life. You'll gain clarity on your ideal life or career, build stronger boundaries, and identify concrete next steps. Includes two 45-minute 1:1 coaching sessions.
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Group Therapy For New Mums September Edition
Fri, Sep 16
The Labour Department
Sep 16, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
The Labour Department, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
Becoming a mum is an exciting but daunting time. This group therapy offers new mothers a chance to talk about birth, changes in life & relationships after the birth, & the emotional challenges of having a baby when you are (possibly!) far away from home. The group runs for 4 consecutive sessions.
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Choking & basic infant/child life support
Sat, Sep 17
Amsterdam
Sep 17, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Amsterdam, Postjesweg 68, 1057 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
In this class you will learn life saving skills for the infant and child. Learn how to manage choking and recognise when and how to perform basic life support with UK Paediatrician Camilla.
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