Category: ’Activism’
35 Tips and Tricks For Pumping Mamas
Are you a pumping mama? Don’t miss this list of helpful tips and tricks! Three of our NPN volunteers with over 50 months of pumping experience share their experiences and advice. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Lactivism
Talking to Your Kids – A Pinterest Collection
How do you address challenging topics with your kids (death, race, sex, injustice, etc.)? For March’s Carnival of Natural Parenting, we asked you to tell us how you tackle these subjects. NPN’s Pinterest volunteers have been collecting information from experts about the best ways to broach sensitive subjects with your kids, along with personal stories from parents about how they managed these kinds of conversations on our board Talking With Kids. Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Natural Learning, Parenting Philosophies
200 Family Activities for Spring
There are many great things about spring, and one of those is the ability to do some more activities outdoors and elsewhere. Check out our list of fun things to do with your family this spring! Read More…
6 Comments | Posted in Activism, Arts and Crafts, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Green Living, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Homeschooling, Keeping Active, Love of Nature, Natural Learning, Playtime, Reading
Ethics, a Budget, and Your Taste Buds: The 3/4ths Rule
Part of an ongoing series to help you hit the perfect balance of budget-friendly, ethical, delicious meals. Today we talk picnic food and doing the best you can with what you have. Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Activism, Environmentalism, Healthy Eating
21 Ways to Raise a Feminist Child
We need to offer our children the skills and sensitivities to continue pointing out and mending the areas where women are victims, puppets or anything less than equal. Lyndsay shares a list of 21 tips, activities and ideas for raising a feminist child. Read More…
7 Comments | Posted in Activism, Feminism
Human Milk – So Awesome, So Unique!
When we feed our children human milk, we are feeding them an unequaled form of nutrition and nurture that helps them develop physically, emotionally, and socially. But in addition, we are equipping our children with an army of immunological protectors to keep their busy systems as healthy as possible. Breastmilk is so awesome, and so unique! Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Activism, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Lactivism
Support Pumping Moms AND New Moms in DV Shelters
Pumping is hard work, and pumping moms need our support! In a fun and creative effort to celebrate pumping mamas, we bring you the Pumping Pixie, a sweet little sprite you can print off and leave anonymously (or not!) on pumps of the pumping moms you encounter. 100% of your donations will benefit women at DV shelters! Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Lactivism
Celebrating International Women’s Day With Our Kids
Lyndsay shares a selection of ideas, activities and links that will help you and your kiddos celebrate International Women’s Day 2013! Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Arts and Crafts, Feminism, Homeschooling, Natural Learning
Calling for submissions for March 2013 Carnival of Natural Parenting: Tough Conversations
How do you address challenging topics with your kids? Recall a tough conversation you had or share tips on how parents can handle these challenges. Submit by March 5. Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Balance, Belief, Parenting Philosophies
Mothering in the Newborn Period
Amy shares a few tips for moms of newborns that she hopes can smooth over the newborn time and allow for more baby-mooning and less worry. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Activism, Attachment Parenting, Babywearing, Birth, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Lactivism, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Preparing for Parenting, Responding With Sensitivity
