Author Archives: NPN Guest
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Becoming a Gentle Parent
For most people, becoming a gentle parent means a smaller change than they may think. I share three small but key differences that turned my parenting around and helped me get the most out of my relationships with my kids. MORE
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5 Ways to Use Healing Bone Broth
It’s that time of year again, when the kids go back to school and the sniffles and coughs and other unpleasant little bugs make their way into our homes. There are so many wonderful natural ways to combat illness, and for our family, homemade stock or bone broth is a mainstay all year ‘round. MORE
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Outlaw, Not “Bad”
When it comes to mothering, such external measures as society’s expectations and other people’s opinions simply don’t matter. MORE
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5 Tips for a Peaceful Home
Since we’ve had kids, maintaining a peaceful home has been high on my priority list. While my girls are small, I’m trying my best to create good habits in areas that are a struggle for me. While there are so many little things we can do to make our homes more peaceful, these are five big steps that are simple and effective. MORE
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Preparing Teens to Care for Children
Child care is a big enough challenge for adults. For teenagers, it can be especially difficult. However, I feel that with the right preparation, my teenagers are more qualified than most grown ups to care for my young children when I am unable to. MORE
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Teenagers and Autonomy
Allowing teenagers the independence to make their own choices can be frightening for many parents. MORE
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Bike Safety With Kids
Now that I have three daughters, two of whom ride their own bikes on both quiet streets and major roads alike with me, there are some basic safety steps I take while out on bike trips. MORE
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Homeopathic Remedies for a Healthy Smile
Learn how to use two specific homeopathic cell salts to improve dental health and guard against cavities. MORE
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Bad Words
Using bathroom words, obscenities, and other taboo language is one way children experiment with power. Why not divert the experiment with bad words toward play? MORE
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An Unexpected Formula-Fed Attachment
Kyle made some assumptions about breastfeeding when she was pregnant with her fourth son. And then he surprised her in several ways. MORE