Solo parenting certainly isn’t easy (let’s face it, parenting period isn’t easy), but it was manageable, and over two years later, is still a time I remember fondly for the most part. Looking back, there are a handful of things that I feel contributed to my ability to maintain my sanity during that very busy time.  Read More…

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A reader asks our NPN Mentors about attachment parenting and balancing parent/child needs during the toddler years.  Read More…

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AFCs make food and children’s medication more visually attractive. They are unnecessary chemical additives that adversely affect many people.  Read More…

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This week we asked you to share Daddy Time with us. Read more about consistent care on our resource page. Link up!  Read More…

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It goes without saying that travel can be stressful for children. When their behavior throws you for a loop and you’re at the end of your patience, however, it’s easy to forget that just like you, they’re likely doing the best they can.  Read More…

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This week we asked you to share your routines with us. Read more about consistent and loving care on our resource page. Link up!  Read More…

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What to do when your child’s grandparents are less than thrilled about your parenting choices.  Read More…

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Worried about remaining connected to your school-aged child? Laura from “Life Behind the Red Front Door” writes about how she remains connected to her oldest, school-aged child.  Read More…

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When I first began learning about gentle parenting, I spent a lot of time on parenting boards soaking up the experience and perspective of veteran moms. I noticed right away that the so-called terrible twos were viewed with nonchalance. Three, on the other hand? It is a tough age.  Read More…

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A discussion on how to incorporate rhythm (or a natural flow) to your days in an effort to reduce the chaos and inability to accomplish anything.  Read More…

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