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Expecting a Baby in the Netherlands – Your Essential eBook by Parentally
Your practical E-BOOK to navigating pregnancy & early parenthood in the NL.
Are you expecting or planning to have a baby in Netherlands?
From understanding the healthcare system to sorting out maternity leave, kraamzorg, insurance, and financial benefits, this guide brings together everything you need to know to navigate this new chapter with confidence.
It’s here to make it all feel a little less overwhelming — and to help you feel more informed, supported, and ready for what’s ahead.
120+ pages, written by a team of parents, midwives and other experts.
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Your practical guide to navigating pregnancy & early parenthood in the NL
120+ pages, written by a team of parents, midwives and experts.
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“Expecting a baby in the Netherlands” is the ultimate resource if you are expecting or planning to have a baby in Netherlands.
A must-have to better understand and navigate the Dutch healthcare system, pre and postnatal care, admin, benefits, and so much more!
What you’ll get inside.
A compilation of essential resources to help you navigate pregnancy and early parenthood in the Netherlands:
✅ How the Dutch maternity care system works
✅ What to expect from prenatal care
✅ Your birth options, and where you can give birth
✅ Pain relief options during labor
✅ Everything to know about postnatal care
✅ Practical infos about admin, insurances, financial support
✅ Our glossary of professionals available to support you throughout your journey—and when to reach out to them
✅ And fun stuff like useful Dutch expressions, local traditions, and more!
What you’ll get inside.
A compilation of essential resources to help you navigate pregnancy and early parenthood in the Netherlands:
✅ How the Dutch maternity care system works
✅ What to expect from prenatal care
✅ Your birth options, and where you can give birth
✅ Pain relief options during labor
✅ Everything to know about postnatal care
✅ Practical infos about admin, insurances, financial support
✅ Our glossary of professionals available to support you throughout your journey—and when to reach out to them
✅ And fun stuff like useful Dutch expressions, local traditions, and more!
Why I created this Guide.
Hey! I’m Karoll, a French-Malagasy mom of two boys, one born in the U.S. and one here in the Netherlands. Even as a second-time mom, I found navigating pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood in a new country both exciting and overwhelming. I created Parentally — and this e-book — to share the practical information, resources, and insights I’ve gathered since giving birth here eight years ago, and wish I’d had when I was expecting.
My hope is that it helps other parents feel informed, supported, and less alone as they start their journey here. Watch the video to find out more ▶️
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Why I created this Guide.
Hey! I’m Karoll, a French-Malagasy mom of two boys, one born in the U.S. and one here in the Netherlands. Even as a second-time mom, I found navigating pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood in a new country both exciting and overwhelming. I created Parentally — and this e-book — to share the practical information, resources, and insights I’ve gathered since giving birth here eight years ago, and wish I’d had when I was expecting.
My hope is that it helps other parents feel informed, supported, and less alone as they start their journey here. Watch the video to find out more ▶️
This guide is for you if…
- You’re expecting a baby — or planning to — in the Netherlands
- It’s your first time becoming a parent or your first time having a baby in the Netherlands
- You’re new to the Dutch healthcare system and want to understand how it works
- You want clear, practical information about maternity care, admin, and local support
- You’re curious about cultural norms, traditions, and how to feel more at home as a parent here
- You believe in being informed, prepared, and supported, without having to figure it all out alone
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Wondering if the e-book is for you?
Here’s why you should get it.
Clarity
Understand how the Dutch maternity system works, step by step
Support
Meet the professionals, services, and support networks available to you.
Practicality
Skip the endless Googling with clear, reliable information all in one place
Confidence
Feel better informed for pregnancy, birth, and life after baby.
Community
Find community, peer groups, and trusted resources near you.
Wondering if the e-book is for you?
Here’s why you should get it.
Clarity
Understand how the Dutch maternity system works, step by step
Support
Meet the professionals, services, and support networks available to you.
Practicality
Skip the endless Googling with clear, reliable information all in one place
Confidence
Feel better informed for pregnancy, birth, and life after baby.
Community
Find community, peer groups, and trusted resources near you.
What others think about it.
Everything I needed in one place. This guide helped me make sense of the Dutch healthcare system at my own rythm, without feeling overwhelmed.
Josephine M.Future mom
I loved the parts about Dutch traditions and what’s ‘normal’ here. It made me feel more at home and less like a clueless expat.
Karin R.Future mom
I had no idea where to start with the paperwork and insurance. This guide saved me quite some time of research.
Thomas R.New dad
Through this guide, I got a better understanding of who does what, and even discovered professionals I didn’t even know existed. Easy to read and digest!
Rosa D.New mom
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What others think about it.
Everything I needed in one place. This guide helped me make sense of the Dutch healthcare system at my own rythm, without feeling overwhelmed.
Josephine M.Future mom
I loved the parts about Dutch traditions and what’s ‘normal’ here. It made me feel more at home and less like a clueless expat.
Karin R.Future mom
I had no idea where to start with the paperwork and insurance. This guide saved me quite some time of research.
Thomas R.New dad
Through this guide, I got a better understanding of who does what, and even discovered professionals I didn’t even know existed. Easy to read and digest!
Rosa D.New mom
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About Parentally
The go-to resource platform
for new & future parents in the Netherlands.
Parentally is the one-stop-shop to find any type of support, at any stage of the parenthood journey:
#1 Professional support
Our marketplace allows parents to search, compare, and connect with an extensive range of trusted perinatal and parental professionals, who can help them prepare for and navigate the twists and turns of parenthood.
#2 Informational support
We provide informational content for parents and parents-to-be throughout our various channels: socials, blog, YT channel
#3 Community support
We offer different opportunities for both parents and professionals to find their community through Facebook Groups, Curated Events Calendar, and Community Events, e.g. (future) moms meet-ups.
