Tag Archives: authentic parenting
4 Steps to Raising a Free-Range Family
November 6th, 2014 | 9 CommentsIt is unlikely we will ever reach the point again where we rely on neighbors as a safety net; for most of us, reconstructing the village is an impossible task. What we can do is create a happy medium in which we give our children the respect and responsibility they are capable of and deserve, without fear of criminal punishment. MORE
Posted in Balance, Family Safety, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, balance, compassion, health, permissiveness“Mama, Please Wait!” The Benefits of Allowing Children to Ask for Flexibility
July 2nd, 2013 | 5 CommentsSometimes we get caught up complaining that our children are not responding to us when we would like them to. We think they are dawdling, or taking their “sweet time”, “dragging their feet” or just being “selfish.” The thing is, often we expect flexibility from our children but forget to give it in return! MORE
Posted in Gentle Discipline, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, behavior, children, disciplineThe Overloaded Calendar
April 22nd, 2013 | 3 CommentsDo you know your social needs? Mine are limited. I don’t want a play date every day. If I spend more than an hour total on the phone in a day, I get grumpy. In the world we live in, it can be hard to set healthy boundaries, but I encourage you to take a moment and consider an area of your schedule where you could trim the fat. MORE
Posted in Balance, Consistent Care, Family Structure, Responding With Sensitivity, Routines and Schedules, Work and Family Tagged authentic parentingPractice Makes Better
March 7th, 2013 | Leave a commentIn an era of competitiveness and perfectionism, Justine explores ways that parents can combat their fear of failure and escape “Pressured Parents Phenomenon” to allow their children autonomy and self-regulation. MORE
Posted in Balance, General, Natural Learning Tagged authentic parenting, balanceA Necessary Season: Potty Learning as a Step in the Journey
January 11th, 2013 | 1 CommentPotty learning in Laura’s home was an experience that became an unexpected joy in her season of mothering. MORE
Posted in Balance, Body Image, Consensual Living, Consistent Care, Family Structure, Healthy Living, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity, Routines and Schedules Tagged authentic parenting, balance, compassion, nurturing, Potty LearningA Healing Touch
December 12th, 2012 | 3 CommentsSometimes, in caring for our children, you wind up caring for yourself in the most unexpected ways. MORE
Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Family Structure, Nurturing Touch, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, childrenCoping with Transition: The Three A’s
October 8th, 2012 | 4 CommentsIt’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! MORE
Posted in Attachment Parenting, Balance, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity, Safe Sleep Tagged authentic parenting, behavior, children, compassionTalents of the Heart
December 30th, 2011 | 2 CommentsOur world is ruled by competition and recognition. Determination and excellent reign supreme. But shining light on other characteristics can lead to a more cooperative and compassionate society. MORE
Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Natural Learning, Parenting Philosophies, Playtime, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, behavior, child, children, collaboration, compassion, competition, cooperation, discipline, nurturing, society, sociology, talent