A nonprofit community organization helping parents with babies and toddlers thrive in Amsterdam
Join over 1,000 Amsterdam parents and experts showing up for each other
Amsterdam Parent Project (APP) is a nonprofit community organization helping parents with babies and toddlers thrive in Amsterdam
Every new parent goes through this.
The transition to parenthood has ups and downs. From the newborn trenches to toddler playdates, APP is here to support you along the way.
Postpartum Post
Meet a new or expecting parent each month, plus local things to do together.
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First Year Program
Expert-led guidance, a matched local parent friend, and a moderated community.
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Explore the full support journey
Next events
First Year Program: Community Call
September 4, 2026
Our monthly community call! Open only to First Year families, you'll learn more about what's on for members this month: how the program works, how to get settled, and which events are coming up.
Fiep Westendorp Toddler Tour
September 10, 2026
The Rijksmuseum's exhibition of Dutch children's book illustrator Fiep Westendorp closes mid-September — and we've planned a special tour for toddlers to experience it!
First Year Program: Building the Village
September 12, 2026
We've all heard the phrase "It takes a village." For new parents — especially expats becoming parents abroad — the village doesn't come without effort. But where to start? We cover local Dutch postpartum care and end with an exercise on finding and filling gaps in support, so you're not starting from scratch when you need it most.