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Alternative Childcare Options While Waiting for a Kita Spot

Are you looking for childcare options while waiting for a Kita spot? We’ve got you covered.

How to find a Kita in Düsseldorf

Here are some tips on how to navigate the Kita system in Düsseldorf and find the right spot for your family.

What Nobody Tells You about the First Kita Year

Are you prepared for what's coming at you in the first year or two of Kita? I wasn't so here's my advice for fellow parents!

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A Pediatrician's Top Tip for Expecting Parents

Berlin pediatrician Dr. Claude Grenzbach shares her number one tip for expecting parents. Spoiler alert: it's not what you would expect!

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How to Find a Tagesmutter in Berlin

Get the inside scoop on how to find a Tagesmutter in Berlin.

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Tips for Multilingual Families: Q&A with Kietzee Expert

Are you interested in raising your child with multiple languages? Learn about the different strategies and how to implement them in your day-to-day family life from Kietzee Guide Huguette.

How to Rock Your Morning With Kids

This article shares practical tips and strategies to turn chaotic mornings with kids into calm, connected family time.

How Giulia from Extra Arms Nanny Agency Can Help Berlin Parents

Giulia from Extra Arms explains her agency's offerings, which includes long-term nanny contracts, nanny shares and temporary babysitting arrangements.

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How to Get Support After Giving Birth (Paid By Your Health Insurance)

Did you know that you could get at-home support (called "Haushaltshilfe") after your baby is born and that this can be paid for by your health insurance? Learn more.

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How to Find a Babysitter or Nanny in Berlin

Looking for a nanny or babysitter in Berlin? Here's where to look and how much you should expect to pay.

How to: Career Change as an International Parent in Germany

This article explores how international parents in Germany can navigate career changes, balance family life, and find family-friendly employers with confidence and clarity.

Daycare in Germany: A Guide for International Parents

Learn about "Kita" in Germany, including options, concepts, pricing and more.

Understanding Parental Burnout and What You Can Do

This article includes insights into parental burnout, how it manifests, and why it's important to seek help, offering guidance on managing stress and improving well-being, so you don’t have to navigate parenting challenges alone.

Private Childcare Options in Berlin

Looking for private childcare in Berlin? We'll outline some options in this article.

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How to Parent with Self-Compassion: The Brain's Role in Emotional Balance

How to understand your brain and find calm before sharing it with your kids.

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What is the Difference Between a Babysitter & A Nanny?

Do you know what the difference is between a nanny and a babysitter? I didn't! But Giulia from Extra Arms tells us all there is to know.

Your Return to Work After Elternzeit – The Legal Perspective

As a new or expecting parent, you may have lots of questions when planning your return to work after your parental leave (Elternzeit). Our employment law specialist answers some of the most frequently asked questions.

How to Ease Your Return to Work after Parental Leave

Learn helpful tips on how to return to work with confidence.

Why Traditional Self-Care Is Not Enough

Self-care has become a prevalent recommendation for combating exhaustion, stress, and low moods. A certified health coach, explains how mental fitness and a positive mindset can help lead to long term stress relief.

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Postpartum Support for New Families in Berlin

Life as new parents can be exhausting and we're not meant to do it alone! Here's a list of support for new families in Berlin – for practical things as well as mental, emotional or physical support.

How To Make Family Dinners Less Stressful

Preparing a balanced, healthy dinner that the whole family will enjoy can often be a source of great stress. We teamed up with a certified health coach who shared some tips about how to make dinner preparation less stressful and more enjoyable.

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The Joy of Simple Parenting: 5 Tips to Lighten the Load

As a parent, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by social pressure. Here are five tips from our expert Evelyne on how to simplify your family life.

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How to Help Your Baby Sleep

Sleep is probably the number one topic new parents talk about! Learn how to set yourself up for success from day one in this article with infant sleep expert Keatyn Jayne.

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Video Tutorial: How to Find a Kita in Berlin

Watch this 25-minute video on how to find a Kita (or Tagesmutter) in Berlin, covering each step of the process.