Finding accommodation in Amsterdam can be overwhelming with so many hotels, hostels and B&Bs to choose from. Here I've picked the best hotels in Amsterdam for all budgets. Read more

When home births are so popular, there are some myths and misunderstandings about what giving birth in hospital in the Netherlands is like and so I wanted to share my personal experience of giving birth in a Dutch hospital. Read more

A local's guide to what to expect from King's Day in Amsterdam, from where to party, what to wear, and what those King's Day free markets are all about. Read more

Here are some tips for taking part in a daily creative writing challenge, which is something that could boost your creativity, productivity and love for writing. Read more

Welcome to De Pijp, Amsterdam! I've lived here for nearly five years so it's high time I wrote a neighbourhood guide to De Pijp featuring my favourite places for food, drink, shopping and more! Read more

As a big fan of vintage clothes, I've put together some tips for finding good quality vintage clothes including help with sizes, materials and the things you need to check. Read more

Find out why parenting advice is like pizza, and then read the single best (and easiest!) parenting tip ever. It's the only parenting advice you'll ever need! Read more

Travelling with a toddler can be challenging and headache-inducing, but we've learned that having the right travel gear for journeys and trips away with our toddler really does help. That and packing plenty of paracetamol, of course. Find out all the essential gear we use when travelling with our toddler here! Read more

Running makes me a better writer. It's not a truth I love because I'm not that keen a runner, but I know it's good for me, for my body and my writing journey. Read this post to find out why running makes me a better and not just healthier writer. Read more

Skiing for the first time can can feel daunting and intimidating, but it shouldn't. This beginner's guide to your first skiing or snowboarding holiday should put your mind and rest and get you excited for your trip! Read more