Archive for September, 2010

The Joys of Breastfeeding Past Infancy #23

September 24th, 2010 by Dionna - 9 Comments

Today I am happy to host a guest post by Mary Elizabeth, who is the mother of four small children, 2 boys and 2 girls. She has a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and she taught elementary school for five years before she decided to stay at home full-time….

Preschool Weekly Activity Schedule (16) – Building

September 23rd, 2010 by Dionna - 3 Comments

The Preschool Weekly Activity Schedule is designed to help parents and caretakers of toddlers and preschoolers do one easy – but enriching – activity with their children each day of the week. Each week features fun and educational activities; book, music, and sign language suggestions; and other ideas to help…

I Can’t!

September 22nd, 2010 by Dionna - 3 Comments

Has your child ever gone through an “I can’t do it!” phase? It’s hard not to either a) get frustrated or b) just do it for them. I have a post on API Speaks right now with ten ways to gently respond when children say “I can’t.” Please pop over…

Gentle Parenting Success Stories and Suggestions #3

September 21st, 2010 by Dionna - 39 Comments

Today’s post is our second gentle parenting QUESTION (aka “suggestions”) post – please read to the end and give this mama some feedback on how you handle gentle discipline with more than one young child. Today I am glad to present a guest post by Betsy. Betsy is a puddle-stomping,…

Playful Parenting Book Discussion, Chapters 1-3

September 20th, 2010 by Dionna - 86 Comments

Welcome to the first virtual meeting of the Code Name: Mama book club! It is so exciting to be surrounded by parents who are motivated to explore ways in which we can grow and offer our children the best of ourselves. Every week the format for the book club will…


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