Author Archives: Luschka
About The Author: Luschka
Luschka is a mother to two little girls. She is passionate about the principles of Attachment Parenting, and although she admits to learning as she goes, she likes to share what she's learnt with others - possibly because of her experiences in adult education. AP challenges a lot of Luschka's own background, which she loves as it makes her research and study everything. She writes at Diary of a First Child , documenting the journey for those parents who don't live in idyllic isolation, but still want to follow this path with their families.
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Ten Everyday Ways To Show Your Children You Love Them
We all know we love our children, and most of us probably tell them repeatedly too. But, how often do we go the extra mile, and really show them love. As adults we know that we show love by going to work every day, or making sure they have a roof over their heads, or food on the table, but … MORE
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Helping Children Settle in New or Temporary Surroundings
Living away from home can be daunting for little people. Here are a few ideas for making the changes less scary, and helping them remain confident in their new surroundings. MORE
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The Importance Of Getting Children Outdoors
For children spending time outdoors is about much more than just getting out the house. It’s where they learn a myriad of skills, from self awareness to fine motor skills and socialization. Here are links to resources for making outdoor time fun time, and an explanation of why it’s so important to do. MORE
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Sexual Feelings When Breastfeeding
Many mothers feel sexual arousal during breastfeeding, but are often so ashamed or concerned about it that it’s never spoken about. If you’re one, it’s more common than you think, and there’s nothing wrong with you. MORE
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Preventing Flat Head Syndrome
What is plagiocephaly — flat head syndrome — and how can it be prevented? MORE
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Coping With Illness As A Parent
Coping with long term illness as a parent is incredibly demanding, and requires extra human patience. Here are a few tips from someone currently suffering illness, and trying to parent through it. MORE
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Six Ways to Bond With Your Unborn Baby
Not everyone feels overwhelming love for their babies at or before birth, but if you did for one and don’t for the other, the guilt can be overwhelming. Here are a few thoughts on how to develop and encourage the bond of maternal love with your unborn child. MORE
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Passing On Attachment Parenting
How were you motivated to learn more about attachment parenting? MORE
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My Baby’s Eyes
You looked up and in to my eyes And in that moment My whole world changed Time stood still, And sped up I saw your first steps, words, bruise I saw your first day of school Your first kiss, tears, disappointment Your first love, graduation, wedding I saw your first home away from ours And your first baby. I saw … MORE
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Tips For Preparing For A Natural Childbirth
Everyone’s experience of childbirth differs, and whether fortunate or unfortunate, there is no one-size-fits-all, step by step guide to having the “perfect” birthing experience. That said, however, I’ll never forget the midwife who said to me that the best births she had ever attended were those of mothers who were well researched. I completely understand where she’s coming from – … MORE