Category: ’Consensual Living’

15 Ideas to Prepare Toddlers and Preschoolers for Dental Procedures

April 10th, 2012 by Dionna - 20 Comments

polishing teeth

When Kieran was three years old, he had to be anesthetized for a dental procedure. Today I’m sharing the basics of what happened during the procedure, along with some tips on how to prepare your child for anesthesia specific to dental work.

My Pregnancy Support System

March 16th, 2012 by Dionna - 11 Comments

my two boys

What I truly could not live without this pregnancy was my two boys. Here are a few reasons why.

List-Making Activities to Celebrate Family and Connections

February 24th, 2012 by Dionna - 6 Comments

family lists

These lists are useful not only for reflecting on what we love about our families, but they can also spark ideas for family activities that will strengthen bonds, even across the miles.

Sweet Little Parenting Lies

February 17th, 2012 by Dionna - 6 Comments

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Do you believe that there is any value in “little white lies?” Have you ever told any to your kids?

Dealing with Our Own Anxiety

February 2nd, 2012 by Dionna - 2 Comments

crying boy

Recently, we had to help Kieran work through his separation anxiety so that Tom and I could enjoy some couple time. Part of working through it meant that we had to deal with our own discomfort in leaving him upset.

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