Category: ’Family Safety’

How to Cosleep Safely

October 12th, 2010 by Lauren - 9 Comments

How to Cosleep Safely

I decided to do a little presentation in pictures of exactly how we cosleep safely, and have since Mikko was born three years ago.  Read More…

9 Comments | Posted in Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Past Infancy, Cloth Diapers, Cosleeping, Ecological Responsibility, Elimination Communication, Family Safety, Feeding With Love, Safe Sleep

Alternatives to No

October 11th, 2010 by NPN Guest - 8 Comments

Alternatives to No

I believe children are better able to grow and flourish when they are in a positive, “yes” environment in which they can safely explore. Yet, often, as parents, we end up using the word “no” to guide our children’s behavior, far more often than we may want to, which can lead to a negative environment where children are prohibited from …  Read More…

8 Comments | Posted in Family Safety, Gentle Discipline, Responding With Sensitivity

Six Reasons Parents Should Consider Using Natural Household Cleaners

October 11th, 2010 by Dionna - Leave a comment

Six Reasons Parents Should Consider Using Natural Household Cleaners

In an effort to reduce our son’s exposure to unnecessary chemicals and to be friendlier to our planet, I have committed to trade in my toxic household cleaners in favor of more natural and environmentally friendly ones. For any parents who are on the fence about whether “green” cleaners are worth it, here are six reasons to make the switch …  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Cleaning and Organizing, Ecological Responsibility, Family Safety, Green Living, Practical Home Help

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