Category: ’Consensual Living’

Respecting My Sister’s Parenting Decisions

May 8th, 2012 by Dionna - 12 Comments

kieran and tia tammy

My sister is guest posting on the many roles she has in my children’s lives. The most important? She is their named guardian, and she takes that role seriously.

What Is the Difference Between Spanking and Abuse?

April 30th, 2012 by Dionna - 56 Comments

Photo Credit: Southworth Sailor

You know what is difficult? Trying to explain the difference between spanking and abuse to a child. My child doesn’t really understand where the line is drawn.

Seeking Peaceful Family Connections

April 13th, 2012 by Dionna - 13 Comments

Photo Credit: Kieran/Code Name: Boy

I’d love to hear your ideas on how to practice peaceful communication with family, especially when it is not your “first language.”

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.



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