For many international families living in the Netherlands, dinnertime can feel like a daily balancing act. You may be aiming for calm, connection, and good nutrition—while your preschooler seems determined to wiggle, bounce, and leave their chair every two minutes. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and importantly, it’s not a parenting failure. A recent study by Jackie A. Nelson and colleagues (2026) sheds new light on what’s really happening during these moments—and how parents can...

For many international families living in the Netherlands, raising adolescents can feel like navigating two worlds at once. Between cultural adjustments, language differences, and the everyday challenges of teenage development, conflicts at home can sometimes feel more intense—or more frequent—than expected. But what if those moments of friction could actually become opportunities for deeper connection? A recent study by Li, Lougheed, and Hollenstein (2026) offers a hopeful perspective: the...

At Baumgarten Child Psychology and More, we often meet international families navigating not only a new country, but also major life transitions—like pregnancy and early parenthood. These periods can be joyful, but they also bring emotional and psychological challenges that are sometimes unexpected. A recent study by Brandes and colleagues (2026) offers important new insights into how mental health symptoms develop and change during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Let’s break down what...