What's Happening in Our Village?
MamasThrive: 13 March 2026
14:00 - 16:00, Curiestraat 48, Hilversum
A relaxed introduction to essential oils in a cosy home setting, hosted by our fellow mama Janina.
Together, we’ll explore how essential oils work, how to use them correctly and safely, and what common mistakes to avoid — especially during pregnancy, postpartum, and around little ones.
You’ll also learn how to start simply and intentionally, without feeling the need to buy everything at once.
Expect an informative yet easygoing gathering, with space for questions, sharing, and honest conversation.
NO contribution :) (tea & coffee and some snacks included)
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: 15 March 2026
Rituals for Release — Embodied Movement Edition with Yoga
facilitated by Nia Phillips
10:00 - 12:30, 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
MamasConnect: 19 March 2026
Evening Gathering for Mamas
19:30,The Holy Pint, Kerkbrink 17-19, Hilversum
And here it comes again: after bedtime, it’s our time.
A relaxed evening gathering (post St. Patrick’s celebrations!) for connection, laughter, and real conversation.
RSVP required – €15 contribution secures your spot and includes a drink and shared snacks.
Any additional drinks or food can be settled individually at the end.
Do It With a Doula: start 29 March 2026
A 12 week birth preparation course for expectant parents, with Joanna & Nia
Most birth courses give information.
We focus on integration.
Do It With a Doula is a 12-session, English-speaking birth preparation course in ’t Gooi, led by two experienced doulas who have supported many real births.
With only six couples, it stays personal and responsive.
Each week we weave together evidence-based knowledge, movement, partner preparation and mindset work — helping learning land in the body as well as the mind.
If you’re looking for preparation that feels grounded rather than overwhelming, this might be exactly what you’ve been searching for.
We begin 29.03 in Bussum, and Early Bird registration is open until 8 March.
MamasConnect: 1 April 2026
10:00 - 12:00, Café Restaurant Heidezicht, Bussum
Celebrating spring, we’re gathering again at beautiful Heidezicht in Bussum for a relaxed and welcoming morning for mothers.
MamasConnect is a community meet-up designed especially for pregnant women and mothers with babies and young children who are looking for connection, fresh air, and meaningful conversation. This is a space where you can show up exactly as you are — with your bump, your baby, your toddler, or simply yourself.
Little ones can safely run and play while we enjoy coffee, nature, and honest chats with mamas who truly understand this season of life.
Whether you’re new to the area, recently became a mother, expecting your first baby, or simply looking to expand your village — you are warmly welcome.
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.
MamasThrive: 17 April 2026
Rest & Connection: the holistic approach to sleep
With Julia from Tales of Sleep
10:00 - 12:00, Location TBD
Let’s explore a holistic, attachment-focused approach to sleep. In this informal session you can ask questions and leave with a clearer understanding of your child’s sleep and reassurance that there are ways to support rest without compromising on connection.
We’ll talk about how to get sleep off to a good start in the newborn months, how to minimise sleep disruptions during big developmental changes and how you can make your toddler’s bedtime smoother. We’ll also gently untangle some of the common myths that often leave parents feeling anxious or unsure.
You’re welcome exactly as you are: tired, curious, hopeful, or all three.
€15 Contribution (tea & coffee, snacks and a babysitter are included)
Children are very welcome.
10 spots available! RSVP required!
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.
