Category Archives: Parenting Philosophies

Ways of looking at parenting

• AP Without a Family Bed

  Early on, one of my greatest attractions to Attachment Parenting was the way that it focused on meeting the child’s needs – even when it went against the grain. I loved the concept of honoring the child, and working to meet the needs of everyone in the family, instead of forcing the child to comply with the desires of the parents, while sacrificing his or her own wants or needs.  MORE

• Becoming a Gentle Parent

  For most people, becoming a gentle parent means a smaller change than they may think. I share three small but key differences that turned my parenting around and helped me get the most out of my relationships with my kids.  MORE

• Teenagers and Autonomy

  Allowing teenagers the independence to make their own choices can be frightening for many parents.  MORE

• What I’ve Learned in Preschool

  I never would’ve guessed that my son would be enrolled in preschool before his third birthday. I didn’t think he’d be there at all. But listening to him and honoring his wishes, swallowing my fears and believing in his capabilities, have served all of us well.  MORE

• Traveling Alone

  As an attached mother, traveling alone isn’t a choice Laura of WaldenMommy: Life Behind the Red Front Door made lightly, but it is a choice she is glad she made.  MORE

• Parenting Without Punishment: Guidelines, Empathy, and Natural Consequences (A 4-Step Action Plan)

  When I moved away from rules and punishment it was very much trial-and-error, and over time I’ve found what works to keep our family (myself and my two daughters, who are 9.5 and 3.5 years old) connected and running smoothly. Today I’d like to share a concrete example of how using guidelines, empathy and natural consequences looked for one of …  MORE

• How To Return To Gentle Parenting Intentions During Times of Stress

  Do you ever feel bogged down and negative about your parenting interactions when you are feeling tired, stressed or overwhelmed?
  Try a new way of confronting usual parenting challenges. Try to play when you were usually serious and flexibility if you were otherwise set in your decision. That change will help your brain become unstuck from the negative rut and return to your positive and peaceful goal.  MORE

• An Unexpected Formula-Fed Attachment

  Kyle made some assumptions about breastfeeding when she was pregnant with her fourth son. And then he surprised her in several ways.  MORE

• Finding a Nanny to Be Part of My Village

  Gretchen shares the story of welcoming a loving nanny into her parenting team.  MORE

• Allowing Children the Freedom of Self-Expression

  When my children were little, I had total control over what they wore. Nowadays, I have no control over what they wear, and I am happy to let them express themselves.  MORE

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