When a Country Is No Longer Your Future — Leaving the Netherlands After 11 Years
Sometimes a place doesn’t stop being good — it simply stops being your future.
My Go-To Digital Helpers in 2026 as a Mom in Tech
Being a mom in tech means juggling deadlines, Lego towers, and family dinners. These 8 free digital tools — from Trello to Grammarly — help me work smarter, save time, and keep both Studio VN and MAMA Codes running without losing sight of what matters most: family.
How the Netherlands Compares
After 12 years in the Netherlands, I’ve learned that life here isn’t just about canals and bikes. From housing and healthcare to education and family benefits, this article compares what really works — and what doesn’t — for families considering a move.
The Truth About Starting a Side Hustle as a Mom
Starting a side hustle as a mom isn’t all cozy laptop mornings and smooth schedules. Between nap times, client calls, and messy realities, here’s the truth about building a business while raising kids — and why it’s worth it.
Tech Mom in the Randstad: The Joy, the Challenges, and the Real-Life In-Between
Life in the Randstad buzzes with tech jobs and late-night energy, but Gouda offers space to breathe. As a mom in the Netherlands, I’ve learned to balance career, childcare, and culture shifts—finding joy and challenge in both worlds.
Between Countries, Coffee Cups, and Crazy Days: Welcome to Ciao Mama Codes ✨
From toddler snack times to late-night client calls, Ciao Mama Codes was born between countries, coffee cups, and messy days. It’s where motherhood, expat life, and building a digital business meet — real, unfiltered, and a little chaotic in the best way.