Articles related to "Natural Parenting"



An Introduction to Attachment Parenting
Attachment parenting helps children to value people over things. It helps them see that when we care for people we listen to them, we respond to them, we meet their needs.
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Building a Natural Parenting Library
Many parents today are looking to embrace a more "natural" way of caring for their children. Here are ten must have books to lead them on their way.
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Circumcision Myths, Part II
Part two of a two part series debunking the myths about circumcision which are commonly believed.
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Circumcision Myths: Part I
Part one of a two part series debunking the myths about circumcision which are commonly believed.
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Is AFP testing right for me?
Around 18 weeks into my second pregnancy, my husband and I had to once again assess the merits of AFP testing.
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Modern Natural Parents
As if parenting wasn't challenging enough, we modern parents are given the job of mustering our courage to see through information designed to pray on our insecurities and undermine our confidence. We must also attempt to find ways to include our children in our lives in a society where their presence is often unwelcome in public places and at social gatherings.
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Natural Child Development - Part 1 Birth to Toddler
Part 1 of a short series of articles covering Natural Child Development and what parents can do to make life easier for their children and themselves!
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The Continuum Concept
Before "Attachment Parenting," there was the continuum concept approach to child-rearing.
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The Search for the Perfect Baby
Could it be? Is the perfect baby right in your arms?
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Inspiration for Creative Parenting
Scott Noelle gives advice on how to enjoy parenting and be a better parent. His ideas are aimed at parents who want to replace control with creative partnership and joy.
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Choosing the Right Baby Carrier
Using a baby sling or baby carrier is a wonderful way to bond with a newborn baby and keep your hands free for tasks around the house.
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Choosing the RIGHT Health Care Provider for Your Family
How to choose the right practitioner for your natural family. Deciding who to trust with the healthcare of your child is an important choice and often difficult for parents who practice attachment-style/alternative parenting. It's important to weigh your options and choose wisely so you won't have to constantly argue with a doctor who disagrees with your parenting decisions.
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Substitute Mothering
Twentieth century progress yields cheap replacements for mom. "Though this century has dawned many positive changes for women, its advancements have also transformed the art of mothering into the science of mother substitution."
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The Family Bed: A Hot Bed for Debate
Our family's decision to bring our daughter into our bed. Co-sleeping is safe and beneficial for both baby and parents. How to Parent by instinct in a culture that wants to scare us into acting like "normal" families.
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Parenting Lessons from Mom Nature
Mother Nature can be our best teacher of parenting skills if we watch and learn from her many parents.
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Safety of Plastic Baby Bottles
Recent study finds potentially harmful byproduct of polycarbonate plastic, bisephenol A, can cause lifelong problems for babies fed from bottles made of this material.
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Adoptive Parents Invest More
Adoptive parents treat their children differently than biological parents do, in numerous ways. Parenting styles, methods of discipline, and even mealtimes are different.
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Cloth Diapering Basics
With a large variety of types and styles available, using cloth diapers can be an easy, economical, and environmentally friendly option for any parent.
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Dating Again
So many single parents put their child's happiness first - and put themselves second. This can lead to a life of unhappiness for your child - do you really want to do that to them
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Internet-Based Support for Mothers
The internet plays an important role in providing support, information and discussion for new mothers. This article discusses different websites that fulfil this role.
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Review - A Gift for New Mothers
It's special. Share this read with your daughter, daughter-in-law, or just for yourself. It's a book filled with lore and fact. Delightful.
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RLR Laundry Treatment for Diapers
Frustrated with leaky cloth diapers that reak of an ammonia smell? Parents can find the solution to wicking and smelly nappies with this laundry product.
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STEPPARENTS AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM
Unless stepparents adopt the stepchildren, their legal situation is shaky. Work is being done to alter the situation, and articles are cited that describe proposed changes.
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Support for Breastfeeding After Breast Reduction
Breastfeeding is the best nutrition for babies. Yet many women struggle to nurse after breast reduction surgery. Finding support is key to successfully breastfeeding.
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The Lowland Gorilla
The gorilla is one of man's closest relatives. They are strong, intelligent and social. Both Lowland and Mountain gorillas are critically endangered.
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Writing and Editing Stories About Adoption
Using accurate adoption language, journalists provide their audiences with realistic and sensitive reporting about the adoption triad.
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Motherhood Inspired Writing
Women who become mothers are inspired to write about their experiences. Mothers' who write, print and online publications support and promote this unique point of view.
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Patterns of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS)
SBS, a major cause of death in infants, is often fatal and can cause severe brain damage, resulting in lifelong disability.
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Reasons Not to Sleep Train
Practicing cry-it-out sleep training methods with a baby may result in early weaning from the breast and can lead to post traumatic stress disorder.
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Special Interest Parenting Support Groups
Joining or starting a special interest parenting group offers a rewarding connection with other mothers and fathers who share similar challenges and perspectives.
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Quick, Easy and Inexpensive Christmas gifts.
With a matter of days to go until Christmas, there may be some panic at the thought of going back to the shops again to search for a gift. Here are some simple and inexpensive ideas to help combat the rush at this tie of the year. Home made Christmas gifts are surrounded by truly beautiful spirit, and these use everyday items that are readily available or easy to come by.
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THE HANGOVER LASTS A SHORT TIME ...
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effect
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Grandparents Teach Grandchildren
Grandparents can have a positive impact on their grandchildren. Here's great advice -- rules of conduct from George Washington -- to pass to your grandchildren.
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