Category: ’Consensual Living’
300 Positive Words to Describe Your Children
Many of the characteristics that are undervalued in children are the very characteristics valued in adults. The next time you find yourself thinking about your children, try to think of their characteristics in a positive light. Mandy shares 300 fun and uplifting words to get you started. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Activism, Consensual Living, Feminism, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
VOTE Now through May 31, 2013 for the Finalists in NPN’s Flickr Contest
We created a place on Flickr for natural parents to share their favorite photos, and the amount of talent and beauty captured by your cameras and shared with our community has been amazing! Now vote for your absolute favorites from the finalists! Voting ends May 31, 2013. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Arts and Crafts, Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Continuum Parenting, Equally Shared Parenting, Natural Learning, Natural Parenting Products, Parenting Philosophies, Radical Unschooling, Reviews and Giveaways
When Teens Practice Consensual Values
One of the issues I had when I first began to consider parenting in a more consensual way was the idea that my children would be ill-prepared to handle real world challenges. But I realized how well we were preparing our kids when my son successfully resolved a problem with his high school teacher. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Responding With Sensitivity
5 Easy Ways to Connect With Teens
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…
2 Comments | Posted in Balance, Consensual Living, Continuum Parenting, Family Structure, Gentle Discipline, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
Vote Now for Your Favorite Photos in NPN’s Flickr Contest: What Does Natural Parenting Really Look Like?
Vote for your favorite photos in NPN’s Flickr contest, and see your top picks in the finals on May 21! Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Arts and Crafts, Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Continuum Parenting, Equally Shared Parenting, Natural Learning, Natural Parenting Products, Parenting Philosophies, Radical Unschooling, Reviews and Giveaways
When Things Go Wrong #2 – Identifying Triggers
Amy explores three ways to identify triggers so you can transform how you respond in certain situations. Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
I’m Not Raising Corporate America
I don’t run my family by Corporate America’s values — I’m raising my children. Read More…
12 Comments | Posted in Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
A Necessary Season: Potty Learning as a Step in the Journey
Potty learning in Laura’s home was an experience that became an unexpected joy in her season of mothering. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Balance, Body Image, Consensual Living, Consistent Care, Family Structure, Healthy Living, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity, Routines and Schedules
What Makes the Perfect Parent?
Mrs. Green reflects on camp follow and camp no-follow when it comes to our parents’ influence. Read More…
7 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
Partner Support for Breastfeeding
Adrienne shares some tips to help partners of nursing moms to be supportive and helpful throughout the nursing relationship. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Breastfeeding, Consensual Living, Equally Shared Parenting, Family Structure, Feeding With Love, Parenting Philosophies
