What's Happening in Our Village?
SEPTEMBER
Pregnancy Circle: 14 September 2026
Growing Together
08:30 - 10:00, Anthony Fokkerweg 38, Hilversum
Looking to meet other pregnant women in Hilversum or 't Gooi?
Pregnancy Circle is a relaxed gathering for pregnant women to learn, ask questions, share experiences and connect with other mamas-to-be.
Each session explores a different topic around pregnancy, birth, postpartum or early parenthood — combining useful information, honest conversation and the opportunity to build meaningful local connections.
Inspired by my experience as a doula, mother and co-host of Centering Pregnancy groups in Amsterdam, this is a welcoming space to ask questions, learn together and find a little more of your village during pregnancy.
All stages of pregnancy are welcome.
In English
Drinks and snacks included
€10 contribution — RSVP required
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your curiosity, or simply yourself.
MamasConnect: 18 September 2026
Dinner & Drinks
19:30 - 22:00, Old Tbilisi, Groest 33, Hilversum
A night out for the mamas! Join us for a relaxed evening of good food, drinks and conversations — without rushing home for bedtime.
Come on your own, reconnect with familiar faces or meet some new mamas from The Village. No agenda, no pressure, just a chance to enjoy a lovely evening together.
RSVP required, max 8 people – €15 contribution secures your spot and includes a drink and shared snacks.
Any additional drinks or food can be settled individually at the end.
MamasConnect: 23 September 2026
Morning Meeting with fresh air
10:00 - 12:00, Café Restaurant Heidezicht, Bussum
We’re gathering again at Heidezicht in Bussum for a relaxed and welcoming morning for mothers.
MamasConnect is a community meet-up for pregnant women and mothers with babies and young children who are looking for connection, fresh air, and real conversation. You’re welcome exactly as you are — with your bump, your baby, your toddler, or on your own.
There’s space for little ones to play safely while we enjoy coffee and talk about the things that come with this stage of life — from the everyday moments to the bigger questions.
Whether you’re new to the area, recently became a mother, expecting your first baby, or simply looking to meet other women nearby — you’re very welcome to join us.
RSVP required – €5 contribution secures your spot and includes a coffee or warm drink. Any additional drinks or food can be settled individually at the end.
COMING IN OCTOBER!
MamasThrive: Move, Groove, Sway & Carry
DATE COMING SOON! Dance with Maria from Carry&Groove
Saturday 10:30 - 12:30, VONK in de wijk, Hilversum
Ready to move, groove and have some fun?
Join us for a joyful weekend workshop with Maria from Carry & Groove — created especially for pregnant mamas and mamas carrying their babies in a sling or draagzak. Age of babies/toddlers - up to your comfort of carrying them in the sling!
Expect great music, fun vibes and healthy movement, while enjoying a beautiful moment of connection with your child — whether they are snuggled close to you in a carrier or still growing in your belly.
And of course, it wouldn't be a Village event without the opportunity to connect with other mamas too!
No dance experience needed — just come as you are, bring your baby and get ready to move, laugh and groove together.
RSVP required
Maximum 20 participants
Contribution: TBD
SOME OF OUR PAST EVENTS
MamasThrive: 7 May 2026
10:00 - 12:00, Curiestraat 48, Hilversum
Janina will guide us into the world of essential oils, sharing her knowledge in an accessible way. Together, we’ll gather to connect, chat, and explore a variety of oils, experiencing them through scent and learning how they can be used in everyday life.
During the session, Janina will guide us in creating our own 10ml roll-on perfume, which we’ll be able to take home. There will be 3/4 versions to choose from.
Expect a relaxed and enjoyable morning in great company - connecting, learning, and leaving smelling wonderful.
€15 contribution includes snacks, drinks, and your personalised roll-on perfume.
Children are very welcome. There will be space for little ones to crawl and play — just please bring some snacks/favorite toy for your child to keep them comfortable during the gathering.
10 spots available, they fill up quickly! RSVP required!
MamasThrive: 10 May 2026
Theme: Stability and Compassion - Yoga, breath, acupressure
facilitated by Nia Phillips
16:30 - 18:30, Piith, Laarderweg 65, 1402 BD Bussum
A gentle day retreat for women combining slow vinyasa yoga, breathwork, meditation, ritual, and reflection. This intimate gathering offers space to release emotional tension, reconnect with the body, and return to yourself through mindful movement and conscious rest.
The yoga practice is suitable for all levels, so please feel welcome wherever you are on your journey. If you are pregnant and would like to join, please let me know and I’ll ensure the class is tailored to your current needs.
€30 , Maximum 8 participants for an intimate, cozy setting
Online Masterclass: 27 May 2026
Birth Team Clarity: Who Supports You & When It Matters Most
By Doula Joanna from Birth Nest
19:30 Online on Zoom
A practical, evidence-based masterclass for expectant parents in the Netherlands who want to understand how maternity care really works.
Learn who is involved in your birth, how support shifts during pregnancy, labour, and postpartum, and what actually happens during transfers or medical changes. We’ll explore the roles of midwives, obstetricians, kraamzorg, and doulas — and how to build a birth team that supports you both medically and emotionally.
This session brings clarity to a complex system, helping you feel more informed, confident, and prepared for your birth experience.
€25 contribution, €15 for our Village with the link below:
MamasThrive: 15 May 2026
with Fayette from Mama Thrive
10:00 - 12:00, Anthony Fokkerweg 38, Hilversum
Thrive in (working) motherhood - for postpartum mamas
Motherhood brings a new layer of responsibility — and many women find themselves constantly “on,” balancing work, family, and everything in between.
This hands-on workshop is for mothers navigating the return to work while caring for a young family — and looking for a way to do it without losing themselves in the process.
Together, we’ll explore how to return to work on your own terms, manage your energy, rebalance the load at home, and reconnect with what truly supports you.
An interactive session with space for reflection, questions, and connection — leaving you with practical tools and renewed confidence in your own way forward.
€15 contribution (includes snacks, tea & coffee and covers the venue)
RSVP required!
MamasThrive: 16 May 2026
with Fayette from Mama Thrive
10:00 - 12:00, VONK in de wijk, Kleine Drift 41, Hilversum
Postpartum Ready! - For Mothers-to-be and their Partners
You may be preparing for birth and gathering everything for your baby — but what about the weeks that come after?
This hands-on workshop is for pregnant women who want to enter the postpartum period feeling informed, supported, and prepared — not just to get through it, but to truly feel grounded in it.
Together, we’ll explore the most common postpartum challenges, the key elements of a postpartum plan, and how support and nourishment shape your recovery — while also making space for flexibility when things don’t go as planned.
An interactive session with room for questions, reflection, and connection — leaving you with a draft postpartum plan and the confidence to trust yourself in the early days with your baby.
€20 contribution (includes snacks, tea & coffee and covers the venue)
Free parking on the site. Doors open at 9:45 so please arrive before 10:00!
RSVP required!
MamasConnect: 10 June 2026
Picnic! For mamas and kids
14:30 - 17:00, Picnic, De Hei, Hilversum (exact location will be shared few days before)
We want to invite you to come picnic with us to enjoy the last weeks of spring.
You’re welcome exactly as you are — with your bump, your baby, your toddler, or on your own Settle in on a picnic blanket, share good food, and enjoy easy, meaningful conversation with other mothers. There’s plenty of space for little ones to move, play, and explore nature freely, while you relax and connect.
Bring food for yourself or to share with others if you would like.
FREE! RSVP is required.
MamasThrive: 26 June 2026
With multilingualism specialist Maria (Mimi) Potvin
Theme: One brain, many languages: let’s talk about the basics of multilingual development
9-30 - 12:00, Bibliotheek Hilversum, 's-Gravelandseweg 55, Hilversum
How do children grow up with more than one language? And what does that look like in everyday family life?
In this meet-up, linguist and multilingualism specialist Maria (Mimi) Potvin will guide you through how multilingual development works, combining research with real-life experience.
Together, we’ll explore how one brain manages multiple languages, why mixing languages is a natural part of development and how the home language supports both learning and well-being.
There will also be lots of space for questions, reflection and shared experiences. So, come prepared!
€10 contribution includes snacks, tea & coffee and covers the venue
Walks&Talks
Hilversum & Bussum
Our spontaneous Walks & Talks continue via our WhatsApp group. As our Village grows, we’d like to begin gently dividing some walks:
• Walks for mamas with children
• Walks for expecting mothers
Of course, you are always welcome wherever you feel comfortable — with your bump or with your little ones. We simply noticed that especially first-time pregnant mothers may appreciate connecting more intentionally with others in the same season of life.
The Village adapts because you shape it.
