We are traveling through Schiphol next week on our way to Sweden. I am so glad we do carry on only! From what I've read, as long as your just making a connection and your carrying your own luggage, people are able to get to their next flight without any problems.
Interesting article, Kate! Funny that the toddler spotted her flowered suitcase!
The luggage when going to Europe is checked thru to the final destination. So, while it may not be there when you get to your final destination, it might actually be easier to make you connection with out a bunch of carry-on in the packed terminal.