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Events take place across Amsterdam.

Sign up Check out the calendar on the members page Save your spot for any events you want to join

Of course! Many parents start hanging with when they find our they are pregnant ;-)

Most of our events are hosted by local experts like doulas, therapists or postpartum educators.

Members have access to our weekly mama hangs, as well as other ad hoc community events. Our educational workshops and classes are not included in memberships. However, as a member you'll receive regular discounts :-)

Parents with babies under one year old and parents to be living in Amsterdam.

Each month we drop a new calendar of community events just for our subscribers.

While some of our events are drop in, if the event says registration required you will need to save your spot (at no extra charge). We do this so that we can ensure the group isn't too big and overwhelming.

You can expect a small group of English-speaking parents living in and around Amsterdam.

Weekly In-Person Meetups: Connect with fellow parents and parents-to-be in a relaxed, supportive environment every week. Live Community Calls: Join our expert-led virtual sessions, offering advice, answering questions, and keeping you connected. Exclusive Access to Special Events: Be part of members-only gatherings that foster real connections and meaningful conversations. Member Discounts & Perks: Enjoy exclusive savings on workshops, events, and partner products. Annual Community Party: Celebrate with our community at a yearly gathering filled with fun, connection, and great memories. Access to Local Experts: Tap into the knowledge of local professionals who can guide you on your parenting journey. Unlimited Event Access: Attend as many of our community events as you and your family like—no limits, just connection. Family Membership: Your membership covers two parents and one baby, giving your whole family access to everything we offer. Workshop Discounts: Get special rates on all The Labour Dept.'s workshops to enhance your experience. Exclusive Resource Library: Access our growing digital library filled with downloadable resources such as guides, checklists, worksheets, and recordings. Shape the Future: Have a voice in guiding the direction and evolution of our community.

Unless specifically stated, all events are BYOB (bring your own baby). Please note, this is limited to babies under one year old. FYI, pram parking is limited to outdoors so be sure you can easily bring your valuables inside with you.

Both Prepped to Parent and Prepped to Parent PLUS are comprehensive courses designed to help expecting parents feel prepared for early parenthood, but they differ in format and content. Prepped to Parent Runs over 4 weeks, with one session each week. Topics: Baby Medical Basics, Breastfeeding Foundations, Preparing for Postpartum & Mental Health from Pregnancy to Parenthood Prepped to Parent PLUS: Weekend Intensive Condensed, two-day intensive workshop over a weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Topics: The Birth Class, Baby Medical Basics, Breastfeeding Foundations, Preparing for Postpartum & Mental Health from Pregnancy to Parenthood The PLUS version is perfect for those who prefer a focused, quick-paced experience and want to learn about birth. The standard version spreads the learning over several weeks, which might be ideal for those who prefer a more gradual approach.

For pregnant English speaking couples who want to be prepared for everything after birth and make new friends along the way.

If you are unable to join the group for reasons beyond your control, please let us know. For cancellations up to 12 weeks before the course starts, an administration fee of € 150 will be charged (deducted from the fee paid). The remaining amount will be returned. From eight weeks to six weeks before the course starts, 50% of the course fee will be refunded. After that, the full course fee is paid for and cannot be returned.

No! We have participants from all over the world, including right here in The Netherlands.

The ideal time to join Prepped to Parent usually falls between the 27th and 33rd week of your pregnancy.

Dutch health insurance typically covers a range of maternity and childbirth-related services, but coverage will depend on your specific health insurance policy. Some insurance providers offer supplementary packages (aanvullende verzekering) that cover childbirth classes, prenatal education, or parenting courses. You would need to check with individual insurance companies to see if Prepped to Parent qualifies under such supplementary packages. To confirm, contact your health insurance provider and inquire if Prepped to Parent is eligible for coverage or partial reimbursement.

Each ticket is for a pregnant person and their partner. This doesn't have to be a love partner, can be a friend or birth partner.

Our classes are all taught in English.

Each class is taught by an expert in their field Baby Medical Basics: Paediatrician, Kraamzorg or Nurse Mental health from Pregnancy to Parenthood: Psychologist Preparing for Postpartum: Doula Breastfeeding Foundations: Certified Advanced Lactation Specialist or Lactatiekundige IBCLC