Amy of Presence Parenting shares a few ways she is using a simple structure in her home for greater health.  Read More…

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It’s not easy to be the solo parent when you’re used to having an extra pair of hands around. Here are 8 tips and tricks to maintain balance when a spouse is away.  Read More…

4 Comments | Posted in Balance, Consistent Care, Featured, Practical Home Help, Routines and Schedules, Work and Family

Staying connected with your independence-minded teenager can sometimes feel like a huge challenge. There are ways, however, for you to maintain a secure bond.  Read More…

1 Comment | Posted in Balance, Consensual Living, Continuum Parenting, Family Structure, Featured, Gentle Discipline, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity

Charise of I Thought I Knew Mama shares how she is handling the challending situation of giving attention to more than one child while taking care of household tasks.  Read More…

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It can be challenging to find activities that are frugal and enjoyable for all the age ranges in a family. Here is a list of fifteen favorites.  Read More…

5 Comments | Posted in Balance, Ecological Responsibility, Family Structure, Healthy Living, Keeping Active, Love of Nature, Natural Learning, Playtime

Amy W. writes about her wake up call to the power of play – realizing the truth in the saying that all the best moms do have “sticky floors, dirty ovens, piles of laundry, and happy kids.”  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Balance, Natural Learning, Playtime, Work and Family

Do you know your social needs? Mine are limited. I don’t want a play date every day. If I spend more than an hour total on the phone in a day, I get grumpy. In the world we live in, it can be hard to set healthy boundaries, but I encourage you to take a moment and consider an area of your schedule where you could trim the fat.  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Balance, Consistent Care, Family Structure, Responding With Sensitivity, Routines and Schedules, Work and Family

I expected judgement for some of my choices, but I didn’t anticipate that some people would also judge my children negatively.  Read More…

5 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Belief, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies

How do you and your family approach diversity? Gretchen shares her thoughts and would like to hear from our readers.  Read More…

15 Comments | Posted in Balance, Belief, Homeschooling, Natural Learning, Responding With Sensitivity

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…

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