Category: ’Preparing for Parenting’
Prepare to Expect a Safe and Beautiful Natural Birth
Whether you’re having a homebirth or attempting to birth unassisted, it’s important to be prepared in case the unexpected happens. Here are some emergency tips for you and your birth partner. Read More…
11 Comments | Posted in Birth, Family Safety, Featured, Preparing for Parenting
8 Principles of Attachment Parenting for Older Children
Guest author Dulce writes about applying the principles of attachment parenting as our children grow and change. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Breastfeeding Past Infancy, Consistent Care, Cosleeping, Feeding With Love, Gentle Discipline, Healthy Living, Nighttime Parenting, Parenting Philosophies, Preparing for Parenting, Responding With Sensitivity, Safe Sleep, Starting Solids
Mothering in the Newborn Period
Amy shares a few tips for moms of newborns that she hopes can smooth over the newborn time and allow for more baby-mooning and less worry. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Activism, Attachment Parenting, Babywearing, Birth, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Lactivism, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Preparing for Parenting, Responding With Sensitivity
Flower Essences: Emotional Support for the Whole Family
While searching for ways to support her young toddler, Megan learns about Flower Essences and their ability to provide emotional support and healing for the whole family. Read More…
Leave a comment | Posted in Alternative Medicine, Birth, Holistic Health, Pregnancy, Preparing for Parenting
We Are Not the Breastfeeding Gestapo
Amy W. reassures readers that La Leche League members and breastfeeding advocates of every type are not the “Breastfeeding Gestapo” that some still consider them to be. Read More…
11 Comments | Posted in Activism, Attachment Parenting, Breastfeeding, Feeding With Love, Lactivism, Parenting Philosophies, Preparing for Parenting
My First Home Birth Experience
My first home birth experience gave me hope for my next birth and re-ignited the desire within me to experience the sacred event without all the gizmos and gadgets of a busy hospital setting. Birth was a process, not a diagnosis. There are no guarantees, of course. But I’m hoping still the same. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Birth, Holistic Health, Preparing for Parenting
Giveaway: One Set of Classic Beads & a Year’s Subscription to iCyclebeads Online App From Cyclebeads — $25.95 ARV CLOSED
A review of CycleBeads, a natural family planning option. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Fertility, Healthy Living, Natural Parenting Products, Preparing for Parenting
Heartburn Help
After suffering from heartburn through two pregnancies, Gretchen lists out some of her favorite natural remedies for soothing heartburn. Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Alternative Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Holistic Health, Pregnancy, Preparing for Parenting
Giveaway: Mama, Talk About Our New Baby From Baby-Love Books — $15.99 ARV CLOSED
Mama, Talk About Our New Baby is a children’s book that helps children learn what to expect when a new baby arrives. This attachment parenting friendly book includes themes such as breastfeeding, babywearing, and co-sleeping. Read More…
28 Comments | Posted in Birth, Natural Parenting Products, Preparing for Parenting, Reviews and Giveaways
Giveaway: Who Was Born At Home? Book — 2 Winners $10 ARV CLOSED
Who Was Born at Home? is a children’s book for history buffs and homebirth fans alike. It shows kids historical US figures who were born at home and brings a grounding reality to homebirth. Two winners will each receive a copy of this beautiful watercolor-illustrated book. Read More…
14 Comments | Posted in Birth, Homeschooling, Natural Learning, Natural Parenting Products, Preparing for Parenting, Reading, Reviews and Giveaways
