This May Hurt (Why Some Babies Love Doctors, Dentists and Haircuts)
I have had many surprises since becoming a mom. I found out that children under the age of six never walk down a hallway when they can run; that corn kernels pass through the body whole; and that boys...
View ArticleMessing With Mother Nature (Guest Post by Michael Lansbury)
Meet Mike. He’s a dashing husband, father, and blog editor extraordinaire. I’ve put him through the wringer since beginning this website, and he’s made many heroic attempts to protect my sanity. His...
View ArticleParenting is Not For Sissies (Guest Post by Michael Lansbury)
When it comes to parenting, especially the first time, I assume most people make it up as they go along. We read a few “What to Expect…” books, stock up on baby essentials and listen to advice from...
View ArticleWhat Your Baby Can’t Tell You
Years ago, I had a major awakening. It hit me that my three month old baby was an actual person. I had brought her to a RIE parenting class and was asked to place her on her back on a blanket next to...
View ArticleInfant Surgery – Giving Babies Respect When They Need It Most (Guest Post by...
“My son spent an HOUR playing with a small metal tea kettle on the deck, the kind made for one serving of tea. He used that tea kettle in so many ways. He opened it and listened to its insides and...
View ArticleHealing Babies With Respect – 3 Small Changes That Foster Confidence And Trust
Very young children, the ailing, and the elderly are the most vulnerable members of society, so it’s only logical that they should be treated with even more thoughtfulness and respect than those...
View ArticleNeed Your Child’s Cooperation? Try This…
My first sing-a-long (to the tune of “My Favorite Things”): Wiping wet noses and nails that need clipping Changing soiled diapers and medicine sipping Sitting in car seats, injections that sting These...
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