When I was expecting my first baby, I was so focused on inhaling books and resources on natural childbirth and packing our natural birth hospital bag that I nearly forgot to get ready for life once the baby arrived. I finally decorated his nursery, but I still had no idea what kinds of toys to […]

As the elective c-section rate rises, there is a movement, especially in natural living circles, to refuse common birth interventions like c-sections and opt for a natural birth. However, there are moments, mostly unexpected, when c-sections are necessary even for mamas who desire otherwise. If that be the case, there are still many ways to […]

Just when you’ve gotten the hang of nursing, baby wearing, cosleeping, carrying the car seat, and sleep training … BOOM! Your little one begins teething. The trenches of teething are some of the hardest because many moms feel that any of the independence that the baby has achieved is undone. For example, many babies who were sleeping […]

Along with morning sickness, swelling, changes in the body, and fatigue, heartburn is a common symptom during pregnancy. Many women experience discomfort because of it, and look for over the counter ways to treat the heartburn. But there are plenty of safe and affordable natural remedies for heartburn during pregnancy. Chances are, you already have […]

Our health, and specifically our nutrition, is vitally important when ensuring the quality of our life. This is especially true during pregnancy, because not only are we fostering our own quality of life, but the health and quality of someone else’s life. Remaining vigilant with our diets during pregnancy can have a profound impact on […]

When it comes to attachment parenting, along with breastfeeding and baby wearing, cosleeping is one of the most popular (and controversial) practices. But is cosleeping safe? Cosleepers are often viewed as irresponsible from the mainstream sources, and while co-sleeping can be dangerous when not done properly, you might be surprised by how natural it is. […]

When it comes to parenting, we believe that there are a variety of parenting methods that are useful and beneficial to both the parents and children. Largely, it becomes a matter of what works best for your particular children and you particular family. Some people ban their kids from TV, others temper their exposure. Some […]

With the new year in full swing, many of us are setting short and long term goals and determining our action steps to reach those goals. Whether we have big goals to start eating real food, exercising more, or spending more quality time with our family, we are all probably thinking about what we want […]

As parents, or any adult who has influence over a young person, we are entrusted with the task of teaching them about food and how it fuels our bodies. This includes a healthy attitude toward food and getting the kids involved in the kitchen, which can even help cure a picky eater. When we instill […]

When it comes to giving gifts during the holiday season, there are years when we have an abundance of brilliant ideas for the ones we love, and then there are years when we’re a bit clueless as to what they might like to receive. Most of us have many people on our lists with a […]