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This list provides information on over 30 playgrounds in Berlin that are equipped with a baby swing, ensuring you can easily find suitable locations for your infant's playtime.

Learn what Kindercafés are and where you can find one near you in our up-to-date list. Plus cafés that have a play room or area.

When the temperature climbs, keeping your baby comfortable and safe becomes a top priority. Here are Dr. Christine Krämer’s essential tips for helping your baby stay cool during hot weather.

Understand your menstrual cycle to help you navigate your postpartum period.

Diastasis recti is a common condition that affects many women during and after pregnancy. Here's what you should know.

Bathing your baby for the first time can be an exciting but also daunting task. Watch our video to learn how to do it safely, without feeling stressed.

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.

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

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

Learn about the different types of postnatal exercise classes and 'Rückbildungskurse." Plus a list of Berlin courses offered in English.

As an international family living in Germany or moving here, there’s so many things to learn about the system, the culture, the bureaucracy…! Here's some resources we recommend.

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.

Peruse our list of activities for Spanish speaking families in Berlin with kids of all ages – from babies to teens.

Life with kids is never boring! Learn practical tips to prepare for big and small emergencies, provided by Dr. Claude Grenzbach.

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.

Families in Germany are entitled to Kindergeld. We spoke with Karla and Tarik from Get In Expat about the application process and how their tool can help international families.

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

Introducing Black Dads Germany! Peter Kamya, co-founder of Black Dads Germany, discusses the organization's mission to connect, empower, and celebrate dads of color in Germany.

Welcoming a child into the world is a wonderful but also life changing experience. How can new parents tell if it’s more than baby blues? Learn more.

When and how to wean your baby is very individual and we’re here to give you some guidance around deciding when and how to wind down your breast- or bottle feeding journey. 

Learn about how and when to introduce solids to your baby – what signs to look for, what foods to try and which ones to avoid.

Did you know that hair often falls out after having a baby? Spoiler alert: yes, it’s normal, and it’s also normal if you find yourself worried about it.

Learn to separate fact from fiction. Katerina Koukaki, a doula and La Leche League International volunteer leader, debunks ten common breastfeeding myths.

Expert Katelynn Johnson will tell us how a Montessori classroom is set up, how the children learn and how the teachers foster an environment of discovery.

Perhaps you have come across the term Montessori – but what does that actually mean and where does the concept come from? Our expert Katelynn Chittenden tells us all about it.

Peruse our list of activities for English speaking families with kids of all ages – from babies to teens.

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.

Have you just had a c-section or are planning to have one? Learn about what the recovery period may look like and how to help the healing process.

Did you know that new fathers can also be affected by postpartum depression? Learn about the importance and the different aspects of a new dad’s mental health.

Learn how to ask for and accept help as a new parent. And why it may be hard for you to do so.

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

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.

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.

Especially in the summer, when it's hot, you may be wondering if your baby needs to be fed water. The short answer is: no. Learn why.

How to keep visiting friends and family in line is probably one of the hardest and most talked about things among new parents (besides sleep!). Here are some tips and guidelines.