Natural Pregnancy | Natural Birth | Attachment Parenting

Breastfeeding The Second Time Around….

Posted on 19. Jan, 2010 by Jess Ray.

Armed with the experience and knowledge of breastfeeding Evalee for her first 15 months of life, I begin yet another nursing relationship with my new bundle, Jeremiah. Will it be the same struggle or can I can avoid the pain and frustration the second time around?

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My Second Birth Story

Posted on 18. Jan, 2010 by Jess Ray.

In this post I share my second birth story. This time around we were fortunate enough to find a Certified Nurse Midwife who was able to make our dream of a home water birth come true…I would not have had it any other way.

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Attachment Parenting Element #2 – Belief in Your Baby’s Cries

Posted on 23. Dec, 2009 by Jess Ray.

Element #2 of Attachment Parenting is listening to your baby’s cries. This in turn helps you to learn your baby’s cues and are able to parent you child in times of need more effectively.

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Fitted or Contour Cloth Diapers – What’s the difference?

Posted on 19. Oct, 2009 by Jess Ray.

If using pre fold cloth diapers seems a bit daunting, but you don’t like the idea (or the expense) of a pocket or all in one style cloth diaper system, then fitted or contours may be best for you.

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The Green Mom Pregnancy Diet – Second Trimester

Posted on 14. Oct, 2009 by Jess Ray.

The second trimester of your pregnancy should mean no more morning sickness, increased energy and a healthy appetite. Here are some tips and suggestions to get the most out of these 3 months…