Category: ’Responding With Sensitivity’
Big, Little Girl
After welcoming baby number two, Gretchen found herself reevaluating her relationship and interaction with her oldest child. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Consistent Care, Family Structure, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity, Routines and Schedules
A Healing Touch
Sometimes, in caring for our children, you wind up caring for yourself in the most unexpected ways. Read More…
3 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Family Structure, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
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
The Good Elf on the Shelf
Do you like the Elf on the Shelf but are uncomfortable with the whole “he’s watching you be naughty” idea? Laura of WaldenMommy took the Elf on the Shelf and changed him to fit her family’s positive lifestyle. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Balance, Belief, Responding With Sensitivity
3 Ways to Balance Your Mood in Under One Minute
These three tips can help you care for your parenting heart and balance your mood in under a minute. Read More…
10 Comments | Posted in Balance, Healthy Living, Keeping Active, Responding With Sensitivity
Bedtime Connection
Try taking a bit of time to relax, cuddle, and just listen after you say goodnight, before you leave the room. Be open to what your kids have to say in the dark — without judgment, without routines and schedules, without places to be or things to do. Read More…
6 Comments | Posted in Nighttime Parenting, Responding With Sensitivity, Safe Sleep
Coping with Transition: The Three A’s
It’s easy to feel discouraged during times of intense transition in your child’s life, and sometimes it takes awhile to realize that what you’re doing is no longer working. Use the 3 A’s to make a new plan! Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity, Safe Sleep
The Message Underneath His Words
“I need you to help me,” he was complaining, as usual, even as he was putting pieces of the puzzle together with no hesitation. This time, however, I really heard the message underneath his words. It wasn’t a message about helplessness, but about connection. Read More…
2 Comments | Posted in Consensual Living, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
Respecting My Toddler’s “No”
If you’ve ever had a toddler, then you know the word “no.” Not only because as a parent you may find yourself saying it more in this season of parenthood than any other, but it’s also a familiar word because of how often your toddler says it to you. Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Gentle Discipline, Language, Responding With Sensitivity
Gentle Discipline and the Strong-Willed Child
Embrace your child for who he is, including the strength and determination that are a beautiful, if occasionally inconvenient, part of his character. As that strong will grows and is guided by love, mutual respect, collaboration and shared wisdom, your child will change the world. Read More…
12 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity
