“What are the best new father gifts?,” I asked my husband. Without hesitation, he said, “A sling.” With a little encouragement, he came up with two more gifts that would also help a new father in his new role as part of an attachment family. Baby Carrier My husband is so convinced that a baby … Read more
Today, I want to talk to a select group of Eco Baby Steps readers. I want to talk to new mothers, those who are about to experience your first mother’s day. When I became a mother, I knew I was different. I knew I had changed. The first time I said “my son” ten years … Read more
If you are preparing for Spring holidays, chances are you will be dying eggs with your children. I’m always hesitant to you commercial egg dyes. If you are looking for more natural solutions as well, simple natural dyes can give you beautiful, subtle pastel colors of Spring. Why Eggs in Spring? Before commercial egg laying, … Read more
The early morning hours find our king-sized bed full of children. Sometimes they are snoozing. Sometimes I awake to the chatter of tiny voices. Quite often I am reminded of the elementary school song, “Ten bears in the bed, and the little one said…roll over…I’m crowded.” Yes, it is crowded, but I wouldn’t have it … Read more
“Just a minute.” How many times a day do I put my children off? I’ve become more aware lately as I push and drag myself into parenting consciousness. I adore my children. I want to know all about them. As I saw them acting out my failings on me, I realized that love wasn’t the … Read more