Category Archives: Activism

Political and social advocacy and activism

• 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.  MORE

• 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!  MORE

• 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!  MORE

• 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!  MORE

• 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.  MORE

• 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.  MORE

• 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.  MORE

• Volunteering With a Child

  For the Carnival of Natural Parenting, Jenn gives ideas for service that even a family with young children can accomplish.  MORE

• 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.  MORE

• 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 …  MORE

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