Archive Monthly Archives: December 2011
Rhonda’s Story: How We’ve Survived a High Need Child
In 2008, my husband and I received into the world what would be a compendium of baby experiences to test our patience and our marriage. Kayah was born in May, 2008, in all of her red-headed screaming glory.
Continue readingCalm Your Baby Naturally Through Food Choices
As a huge natural living fan, I tend to take a more holistic approach when it comes to parenting, and naturally this includes colic and baby soothing solutions. Through my learning process, I’ve learned
Continue readingSanta with the Dark Cheeks
As I mentioned in a previous post, fussy babies often make for amazing children. Don’t take my word for it. If you look at the literature out there, you’ll see that you’re in for a real
Continue readingI Was a Much Better Parent Before I Had Kids
Sean’s great post last week got me thinking. I don’t know about you, but I was the world’s best parent before I had kids. I knew all of the tips and tricks to get my fictional children
Continue readingI’m Holly. Who are you?
Hi! My name is Holly, what’s yours? I’m 35 years old, and mom to two awesome kids, ages 5 and 7. I’ve been married to a wonderful, supportive man for 13 years. I attribute much of our
Continue readingWe Never Meant to be the Uptight Parents
I remember quite clearly a discussion I had with Julie before Chloe was born. We were talking about how we’d raise our kids – the attitudes we’d take, our style of parenting. I said to Julie: “Don’t
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