How Do You Know If You’re Pregnant?
The surest way to know if you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test, but how do you know if you should rush out and buy one? What are the symptoms that you might be pregnant?
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No Such Thing as Natural Induction
It’s a common term used within the birthing community: Natural Induction. People who use the term don’t mean any harm by it. They wish to pass on information to mothers who are looking to help their babies be born sooner, using more “natural” methods than might be used by doctors or medically-minded midwives. But, the…
Is Alternative Education Just Homeschooling?
When I share my passion with others about alternative education, they usually assume I am talking about homeschooling and unschooling. While those are included in the topic, alternative education actually encompasses a wide variety of methods and scenarios. Defining Alternative Education When we talk about education, we are most likely referring to the compulsory education…
Nursing on Demand and Growth Spurts
Author: Rita Brhel When I work with mothers who are breastfeeding or who intend to breastfeed, I cannot overemphasize the importance of nursing on demand. This means not scheduling feedings and not substituting pacifiers or bottles for the real thing. The breasts produce as much milk as is needed, no more and no less. And…
5 Ways You Can Discover Math Through Movement
Math in real life is not sedentary. It happens in real time with real action! Using our bodies as well as our minds to problem-solve and discover patterns teaches mathematical skills better than any workbook. Kids remember best when they hear, see, and explore. So here are five ways that they can discover math through…
The Mindful Way Through Pregnancy
I love this book because of it’s holistic approach to woman’s health and well-being during pregnancy.
Get Your Kids Active Early – Top 5 Sports for Preschoolers
Participating in sports has many benefits that professionals and parents have known about for years. Sports can be a great way to provide your child with regular physical activity, routine and a structured environment to cultivate social and collaborative skills.
Natural Pregnancy Week 9
Though you may not look pregnant yet, you probably feel it. The onset of pregnancy fatigue is common at this point for a couple of reasons.
Finding Balance as an Introverted Parent
Being an attachment parent and an introvert is a challenge, but it’s certainly doable.
Making a Baby Gift Registry
There’s nothing like “shopping” for your baby and not actually having to pay any money; Making a baby gift registry can be a fun, and it allows others to buy what you and your baby will enjoy and use. You may want to create a registry because you are having a baby shower; Even if…