The benefits co-sleeping and why I let go of sleep training methods
My 10 month old baby won’t sleep through the night, and I breastfeed her to sleep (night nurse) to get us back to sleep. Do I have a choice? Um, not really, no. The back story: […] The post The...
View Article6 surprising things about the first year of parenthood
There really are places in the heart you don’t even know exist until you love a child. – Anne Lamott When it comes to parenting, there is no guide but your own common sense. Parenting […] The post 6...
View ArticleTrusting yourself as a parent
There is advice everywhere telling you how to be a “good parent,” how to do things “right,” “correctly.” But, there is money to be made when you are in doubt. And businesses are pretty successful. […]...
View ArticleParents who bully their children
Today I witnessed a father verbally abuse his daughter at the supermarket. While I pulled out a shopping cart from the entrance of the store, my daughter who is 14 months old noticed a little […] The...
View ArticleHow to let go of mommy (or daddy) guilt and be at peace
I’ll confess my mom guilt. I want it all — every moment, every smile. I want to give myself entirely to this girl, even when I’m tired. If I miss something, like a milestone, or […] The post How to...
View ArticleYou can’t get rid of parental guilt, but you can call it out on its bullshit
After writing, How to let go of mommy (and daddy) guilt and be at peace, I found out two things. First, it confirmed that no — you can’t overcome parental guilt. So, there’s that, and […] The post You...
View ArticleAre your smart devices affecting your parenting?
If you are a parent who seems to be glued to the phone, read this right now. You’re on your phone anyway while your kids are drawing the solar system in the bathroom. Are your […] The post Are your...
View ArticleBaby Sign Language, Is It Worth It?
When my daughter was still an itty-bitty thing, (6 months) I heard about sign language for babies. I thought this was a bit ridiculous. What mom, what dad, has the time, right? And it seemed cheesy...
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