I sat at the mall coffee shop today clacking keys on my laptop, with my leather jacket and stylish infinity scarf, certain that every blessed soul that passed by immediately took me for the young and childless 23-year-old that I still am (in my mind). I had not a single toddler … [Read more...] about Dear Mom in the Tunnel
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9 Things I Learned About Parenting From Being a Doula
Post by contributor, Dea Daniels This week, I had the privilege of attending two births. While my role was quite different with each mom, both births were challenging and beneficial. They were beautifully unique with exceptional labouring women, supportive partners, and gorgeous … [Read more...] about 9 Things I Learned About Parenting From Being a Doula
7 Lessons I’m Learning About Gentle Parenting
Post by contributor, Marissa I’m a gentle parent but I haven’t always been that way; I’m not always that way now but I always want to be. I’m a gentle parent, but I’ll just be straight up and tell you that not everyone would consider me that. When I began my parenting journey I … [Read more...] about 7 Lessons I’m Learning About Gentle Parenting
14 Ways to Connect With Your Child
1. Look In Their Eyes First thing in the morning, look into your child’s eyes. See the world and the twinkling of innocence. Hold his gaze and whisper affirmations, or even just a simple ‘I love you babe’. Follow his lead and cuddle, play, or whatever he wants, to start the day off … [Read more...] about 14 Ways to Connect With Your Child
Living the American Dream (Motherhood Edition)
“”No man can live without joy” is what Thomas Aquinas wrote. And I confess, it is true, I have known many dead waiting to die”.[i] * Here I sit, fireside, in a leather chair, sipping my Starbucks. I haven’t seen my husband or children in 24 hours. I’ve interacted only with total … [Read more...] about Living the American Dream (Motherhood Edition)