The BBABBY Journey

Finally, the village you’ve been searching for.

An intimate, loving, and practical fair for future parents and new families in the Netherlands. We are your family away from family, here to support your journey from conception to the early years of parenthood.
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What is the BBABBY Journey?

Not another event that leaves you with a bag full of clutter and an empty soul. The BBABBY Journey is a unique, one-day experience designed for conscious parents who want to do things differently. Parents who want to connect deeply with their children, who want to preserve their partnership, who don't want to lose themselves in parenthood, and who want to stop the cycle of dysfunctionality they grew up with. It's an intimate space where you'll find real tools, build a lasting community, and receive the emotional support you truly need. A village of healers, professionals, wise, and strong mothers and fathers who have gone through the difficulties of becoming a parent, from fertility to early parenting. We bring together everything that matters—professional guidance, genuine connection, and a warm, inclusive atmosphere, all in one place, centered around four main topics: before, belly, birth, and beyond.

When?
November 20, 2026
Duration:
From 9:00 to 18:00
Where?
EQUALS, Raamgracht 6, 1011KK Amsterdam
For whom?

Start where you are. Are you...
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to "get it right" as a parent?
Wondering if you'll be able to do things differently than your own parents did?
Pregnant (or trying), but already anxious about how to stay grounded when the baby comes? 
Struggling with sleep, emotional regulation, or postpartum mental health? 
Already a parent, but wishing you could hit reset and course-correct this time around? 

You're not alone. And you're not failing. You just need the right kind of support - real tools, not just baby gear.

Why should you be there?
The BBABBY promise.

Parenting is a journey you don't have to walk alone. We created this event because we've been there—we’ve faced the struggles, the isolation, and the overwhelming feeling of "what now?" We are here to be the grandmothers, the aunties, and the friends who mother you. You will leave feeling inspired, empowered, connected, less alone, and truly prepared for the path ahead.

Meet your village:
60+ professionals for
just €40

Imagine having access to the collective wisdom of over 60 of the top English-speaking parenting experts in the Netherlands, all in one day! One-on-one sessions with these professionals—from lactation consultants and sleep specialists to perinatal psychologists and doulas—would typically cost you so much more!

At the BBABBY Fair, you get the opportunity to connect with all of them for the price of a single consultation. That’s less €1 per expert!

A glimpse of our BBABBY experts

Petra Čubretović

Petra is a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach helping families and working parents restore healthy sleep through a gentle, evidence-based approach. She combines personal experience with professional expertise to support families from pregnancy through toddlerhood. She also partners with businesses to improve employee wellbeing and productivity by helping working parents sleep better, empowering them to move from exhaustion to thriving at home and at work.

Amélie van der Aa

Amélie is a fertility and pregnancy nutritionist who has supported 100s of women and couples in optimizing fertility, enjoying healthy pregnancies, and recovering smoothly after birth. With certifications in nutrition and hormonal health, Amélie translates the latest research into practical, real-life guidance, tailored to each of her cliens. Fluent in English, Dutch, and French, she primarily works with expats in the Netherlands and clients worldwide.

Dr Naomi Gibson

Naomi is a Clinical Psychologist offering therapy in Amsterdam, face to face and online. She specialises in perinatal mental health and is trained to offer a diverse range of psychological therapies. Naomi is particularly interested in the ways that couple relationships shift and change once kids come along, and enjoys supporting couples in therapy to understand how they can adapt and grow alongside these challenges.

What to expect: A day of connection & real solutions

Forget endless sales pitches. Our program is built around what truly matters:

25 intimate top-notch and practical workshops: Learn real, gentle tools for soothing your baby, navigating breastfeeding, and strengthening your partnership.

Panels and keynote speakers: Join engaging discussions on the 4Bs of the fair and hear insights from experts across various fields.

Conscious market place: Discover meaningful products and expert services from brands that align with your parenting values.

Speed-dating with experts: Connect one-on-one with doulas, sleep coaches, lactation consultants, and more. Your future support network starts here.

Kids corner: Bringing little ones? No problem! They’ll be entertained with safe, engaging indoor activities hosted by Hola Nanny. Available the whole day.

Discover the full, carefully curated program by viewing the complete schedule below.

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An unbeatable investment in your family's well-being.

Think about it: one hour with a single parenting professional is often much more than €40. Here, you get a full day of connection, learning, and access to over 60 experts for that same price.

This isn't an expense; it's an investment in your peace of mind, your confidence, and your community. It’s the support system you need, before you even know you need it.

Your questions, answered.

"I'm an expecting parent. Is it too early for me?"

Absolutely not. This is the perfect time! We focus on building your community and giving you tools before the baby arrives, so you feel supported from day one instead of scrambling for help when you're exhausted.


"I'm struggling with postpartum and feel so isolated. Will this really help?"

You are exactly who we created this for. You will be surrounded by professionals and peers who understand the emotional and mental toll of postpartum. You will hear personal stories from people who have been there and realize you are not alone. This is your safe space.


"Will this just be another event where I get a bunch of flyers?"

We promise, no. Our focus is on connection and real tools, not clutter. We don’t even have a goody bag, because we think YOU are the goody bag. We are here to fill your soul. What you'll take home is empowerment, community, and confidence.


"My partner is skeptical. How can I explain the value?"

The BBABBY Fair addresses key challenges for fathers too, from mental health to finding their role. This experience is the perfect opportunity for both of you to get on the same page and build your support system together.

You are meant to do this. But you are not meant to do it alone.

Let us be your village. Let us be your family away from family. Take the first step towards a more conscious, connected, and joyful parenting journey.

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Want to be part of the BBABBY Journey? 

Have a booth at the conscious marketplace...

If you’re an expert, professional, service provider, or conscious brand supporting parents and families, join the BBABBY full-day marketplace and connect directly with an engaged, values-aligned audience actively looking for what you offer.

Booth spots are currently €200 until 30 June and include one complimentary event ticket. From 1 July, the booth price increases to €250 and the free ticket offer will no longer apply.

If you’d like to join or have any questions, reach out at bbabby@mamamariacoach.com.

Or join as a program participant!

If you’re a professional working anywhere across the journey from preconception and fertility to pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenting, we’d love to invite you to join BBABBY as a panel speaker or workshop leader.

We’re curating a limited number of program spots for experts who want to share meaningful, evidence-based, and inspiring conversations with our audience of conscious parents and families.

Applications close on 31 May. If you’d like to apply or learn more, fill out the questionnare below.

Apply here

Organised by MamamariaCoach

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