Category: ’Activism’
We Are Not the Breastfeeding Gestapo
Amy W. reassures readers that La Leche League members and breastfeeding advocates of every type are not the “Breastfeeding Gestapo” that some still consider them to be. Read More…
11 Comments | Posted in Activism, Attachment Parenting, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Lactivism, Parenting Philosophies, Preparing for Parenting
Volunteering With a Child
For the Carnival of Natural Parenting, Jenn gives ideas for service that even a family with young children can accomplish. Read More…
5 Comments | Posted in Activism, Balance, Natural Learning
Why Buy Handmade
Buying something is kind of like voting. When you take out your money and put it into someone else’s hands, you are saying “I support you and this thing you do.” See what your dollars are buying when you buy a handmade baby doll versus one made by Mattel. Read More…
7 Comments | Posted in Activism, Ecological Responsibility, Green Living, Natural Learning, Natural Parenting Products
Meet Our Sponsor: Eggzy
Today we are pleased to introduce you to Eggzy, one of our valued Natural Parents Network sponsors. From our reviewer, Mandy of Living Peacefully with Children: As many of us begin focusing more on our food, and on our social and environmental responsibility when it comes to how our food was raised, backyard chickens – just one small part of the … Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Activism, Environmentalism, Natural Parenting Products, NP Sponsors
Wordless Wednesday: Lactivism
This week we asked you to share lactivism with us. Read more about political and social activism on our resource page. Link up! Read More…
9 Comments | Posted in Activism, Lactivism, Wordless Wednesday
These Breasts Were Made for Nursing
Breasts make milk, nourishing and comforting children. They serve a purpose greater than simply ornamentation. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Activism, Body Image, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Feminism
Giveaway: Plastic Free Book $20 ARV CLOSED
A review of the book Plastic Free by Laura of Pug in the Kitchen. “The beauty of Beth’s book is that is inspired me to action.” Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Activism, Environmentalism, Natural Parenting Products, Reviews and Giveaways
Wordless Wednesday: Intactivism
This week we asked you to share intactivism with us. Read more about Circumcision/Keeping Your Baby Intact on our resource page. Link up! Read More…
6 Comments | Posted in Activism, Intactivism, Wordless Wednesday
NPN Volunteers Share Their Stories about Genital Integrity
In light of today’s updated position statement about circumcision from the American Academy of Pediatrics, several of the volunteers of NPN share their personal stories, insights, and knowledge about circumcision. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Activism, Circumcision, Holistic Health, Intactivism, Preparing for Parenting
Labial Adhesions in Baby Girls
Labial adhesions in little girls are a naturally occurring phenomenon, generally in relation to some irritant as the body’s way to protect itself. Read More…
9 Comments | Posted in Activism, Holistic Health, Intactivism
