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Why Birth Matters
The sacred feminine is very closely related to women’s ability to give birth.” (Birth Matters, page 17) There’s been a lot of talk about birth these days as both Alison and I prepare for the arrival of...
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In Praise of Nina Planck
There are two things we are always told not to talk about; politics and religion. I’d like to now add two more; child-rearing and food. It seems no matter where you go or who you talk too, someone has...
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Holistic Choices
I’m sure you’ve figured out by now that I’m into my books. I love books because they provide information in a way that I may not easily find online or even by word of mouth. For me having access to...
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On Mother’s Lap
Michael's favorite place is to be on Mother's lap, cuddled close in her arms... But what happens when Michael's baby sister begins to cry? The other day I received a wonderful gift in the mail from a...
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Mommy, Carry Me Please
I was so inspired by Rev’s post yesterday, I decided to follow up with a similar post of my own. Yesterday, Charlotte and I went to the last spring session of toddler story hour at our library. It...
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Pee Pee and other household annoyances
Caroline has decided she would like to potty train two weeks before her little brother is expected in town. As much as I’m thrilled that she’s interested in the whole potty concept, I’m not exactly...
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Overdue & Waiting: what to do
Puzzles are a great way to pass the time when waiting for a baby! Waiting is not something I’m good at. Blame it on my Type A or just simply that I’m not a person overflowing with patience. I hate...
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Baby Catcher
“Each time she knelt to “catch” another wriggling baby — nearly three thousand times during her remarkable career — California midwife Peggy Vincent paid homage to the moment when pain bows to joy and...
View ArticleFriday Favorite: Olivia and the Missing Toy
My dearest friend Emily (mama Em to some of us) posts a Friday favorite on her blog! I really look forward to the post each week and have decided to take her lead and post one on my blog as well. What...
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