Posted on September 2, 2020 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
15 Days To Intentional Parenting Motherhood is challenging. I’ll keep saying it on repeat because I never want to mislead anyone. Motherhood will push you in every way; testing your patience, your ability to communicate, your expectations, your plans, and well, EVERYTHING. Motherhood changes… Continue Reading “The Peaceful and Intentional Mom Challenge”
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Posted on March 31, 2020 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Home birth is a beautiful and grounding birth option that allows you to experience birth your own way from the comfort of your home. Home birth may be an option for you if: •You are having a healthy, low-risk pregnancy •You want to avoid… Continue Reading “Preparing For A Home Birth”
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Posted on January 1, 2020 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
1. Make a Detailed List Of The Parent You Want To Be Include at least 10 characteristics of what an ideal parent is to you. For example, you could say you want to be calm, kind, and affectionate. There is a free handout to… Continue Reading “5 Quick Steps To Improve Your Parenting This New Year”
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Posted on November 26, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
There is so much “how to” parenting information out there. Unfortunately, it’s focused on controlling children and getting them to behave however is easiest for us as the adults, but not focused on the child’s, parents’, and family’s overall well being. Even though I… Continue Reading “The Best Modern, Gentle Parenting Books”
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Posted on November 20, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Car seats are extremely important and have saved many little ones’ lives. It’s important to use a car seat when in a car, however, because they’re intended for the sole purpose of keeping baby safe from an impact, they do absolutely nothing in terms… Continue Reading “Car Seats Are For Cars: How To Not Container Parent”
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Posted on September 6, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Motherhood is hard. Sometimes we feel as if it is consuming us and the “productive adult life” we once lived is slipping away. It’s normal and okay to feel this way. Here are some little encouragements to remind you that parenting is enough. You… Continue Reading “To The Overwhelmed Mom: Little Encouragements”
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Posted on August 4, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Look, I know all the arguments, and sure we should be secure in ourselves and find our own path of self validation, but, please, let’s be real. Motherhood is rough territory to really feel sure of yourself, especially in the age of perfect insta moms and the never ending stream of parenting do’s and don’t’s
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Posted on July 31, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Have you heard the term “Crunchy Mom?” It seems to be a growing label and group among modern mamas. I myself would consider myself a crunchy mama (as you may have guessed by looking at my website). I want to provide a base definition… Continue Reading “WTF Is A Crunchy Mom”
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Posted on July 31, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Through the blur, I wondered if I was alone or if other parents felt the same way I did – that everything involving our children was painful in some way. The emotions, whether they were joy, sorrow, love or pride, were so deep and sharp… Continue Reading “10 Quotes for Crunchy Mamas”
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Posted on July 30, 2019 by Birdie | Raised To Thrive
Why You Are Wrong About My Parenting I am SO tired of everyone’s comments on my parenting, and apparently, I’m not the only one. Being a part of a few crunchy/natural-style parenting groups on Facebook, I see it every day. The mom crying for… Continue Reading “6 Reasons Why You Need to Stop Commenting On My Parenting – Natural Parenting”
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