Lego Angst

Lego Angst

It seems our lives have become consumed with a flurry of Lego-related drama and emotions. From Lego Lust to Lego Hangovers, those colorful little bricks can be hard to handle sometimes.

I Wish Children Came with Instruction Manuals

I Wish Children Came with Instruction Manuals via Code Name: Mama

While I love reading about parenting, I've not found any one book that counts as an instruction manual. Every child is different, every family is different, every dynamic is different. And here's what's more important: Not one parent is perfect. No single parenting method or style is the be-all end-all.

Mindful Nurturing Resources Bundle Sale

mindful parenting bundle

The Mindful Parenting eBundle includes 22 titles by esteemed parenting authors. This is a handpicked selection of e-books, workshops, e-magazines, and audio, with themes such as creativity and play, peaceful guidance, mindfulness for mothers, children and food, self-care and relaxation, and more. That’s a total value of $274 USD for only $24.95 USD!

We’re Just Suckers for Breastmilk! Should Lactivists Worry About Breastmilk-Flavored Lollipops?

Breastmilk-Flavored Lollipop

I’ve heard some grumbles from a few lactivists about the new breastmilk-flavored lollipops from Lollyphile. Some worry that a breastmilk-flavored lollipop marketed to adults will do more to sexualize breastfeeding than normalize it. What do you think - is it worth our time?

{Almost} Wordless Wednesday: My Latest Sewing Projects

My Latest Sewing Projects

I've been busy sewing - come see a couple of my latest projects, and see more of my inspiration on my Pinterest board.

June 2013 Carnival of Natural Parenting Call for Submissions: Parenting in Theory vs. in Reality

June 2013 Carnival of Natural Parenting Call: Parenting in Theory vs. in Reality

Join us to write for the June Carnival of Natural Parenting. Our topic this month is "parenting in theory vs. in reality." How have your ideas about parenting changed from the time before you became a parent to after?

When Sharing Sleep Is Tiring

When Sharing Sleep is Tiring

I often admit to newer mamas that some of my worst parenting moments with Kieran happened at bedtime. While I don't particularly like the "Go the F*&k to Sleep" book, I can commiserate with the sentiment. What do you do when you are at the end of your rope at bedtime?

Parenting From the Inside Out

Transformative Parenting

Paige of Parenting Gently and Everyday Feminism are teaming up to offer the first ever online course called Transformative Parenting: Finding Your Authentic Parenting Voice. Sign up for a limited time, and get an early bird discount by signing up today!

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