Archive - March 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016
"Natural" is Now a Bad Word, says AAP Journal Article
March 31, 2016author: Jeanette Mesite Frem
In an article in the journal Pediatrics (April 2016, released late March), Jessica Martucci and Anne Barnhill discuss the "Unintended Consequences of Invoking the "Natural" in Breastfeeding Promotion".
As parents and professionals around the US balk at this, I just wanted to illustrate how preposterous this really is by using the authors words but with a twist....
How to be the perfect parent: Let go of any notion of being perfect.
March 19, 2016GUEST BLOG POST by Jessica Curtis
In those first few years of parenting, I focused my energy on being the best parent that I could be. I set high expectations for myself and for others. I worked hard to create a safe and engaging environment that would help my kids to flourish. I provided social opportunities and activities to enhance their experiences. I read Dr. Sears and Dr. Brazelton. I...