Born and raised in Amsterdam, Natascha, 35 and working in insurance, has always loved the rhythm of her city — the charm, the diversity, the endless energy. For years, she worked steadily at an insurance company, building her career and life… yet still felt something many women feel quietly: the desire for deeper, more aligned friendships.
“I joined After5 because I wanted to connect with like-minded women who are in a similar stage of life,” she shares. “I realized I really craved that sense of community.”
That decision led her to one of her favorite friendships today.
A Match That Became a Real Friendship
This summer, Natascha was matched with Lara through After5 Alike — our most personalized one-on-one matching experience. What started as a simple first meet-up quickly turned into a real connection.
Since then, they’ve been seeing each other regularly, sharing everyday moments and building the kind of friendship that feels easy, comfortable, and genuinely aligned.
One of their recent outings? A winter-perfect day at a Christmas Market.
“We went to a Christmas Market together and had the loveliest time,” she says. “I’m so happy After5 matched us. It’s exactly the kind of connection I joined for.”
Big Dreams and Big Adventures Ahead
Beyond building new friendships, Natascha has her heart set on exploring more of the world.
“My goal is to travel more, especially outside of Europe,” she says. “I’m starting with a trip to Africa in January.”
It’s a beautiful mix — growth in her friendships and growth in her world.
Her Ideal Sunday
If you ask Natascha what a perfect Sunday looks like, she’ll paint a picture of balance and softness:
Fresh, homemade breakfast.
Yoga and meditation.
A long, hot bath.
A walk in nature when the weather allows.
A cozy vegetarian meal and Netflix to finish the day.
Slow, grounded, intentional — just like the kind of friendships she values.
Why She Wanted to Become an After5 Connection Curator
For Natascha, the impact of After5 has been personal — and powerful.
“I’ve met so many great women through After5,” she says. “As an Connection Curator, I hope to inspire others to find their people too.”
Through planning and organizing After5 events, she’s excited to help other women experience what she has found: meaningful connections, new experiences, and friendships that grow beyond the first hello.
A Reminder We All Need
Sometimes one match can change everything.
Sometimes one event can lead to someone who becomes part of your life.
And for Natascha, After5 wasn’t just an app — it was the catalyst for friendships she genuinely cherishes.
