Review: Self Care for New Mums by Kirstie Stockx
My review of Kirstie Stockx's new book 'Self-Care for New Mums'.
Guest Post: To End The Judgement We First Need To Go Through It
By not fighting for change, we can just wish away the research and continue to live in the old paradigm forever, still able to believe that we are "good parents". But we can't.
Safe Sleep: Is Fear Mongering Taking Over Common Sense?
With yet another "safe sleep" campaign that focuses on fear-mongering over education and real statistics, it's time we looked at what is going on and why these campaigns continue to not work.
Empathy and Specialization in the Brain
New research shows how empathy is linked to the specialization of a particular area of the brain. Why is this? What does this mean for parenting more generally?
“My Child Won’t Let Me Comfort!”
Something happens. Your child starts to cry. You expect them to run to your arms as they have all along, but this time something is different. This time they run away from you.
I Am A Lactivist
I am a lactivist. It's not because I think women should be forced to breastfeed. It's because I think women ought to have choice and support.
Review: Wood Watches by JORD
JORD has come out with a new line of wood watches and I was lucky enough to be able to review one. For the parents who want something for themselves while caring about sustainability, this is for you.
“Overselling Breast-Feeding” Misses the Mark
Are we "overselling" breastfeeding? Are advocates trying to force women to breastfeed? Or are we looking for changes to a system that have only ever provided the illusion of choice?
“How Dare You Judge Me For Sleep Training!”: Comments and Responses
I get a lot of people angry that I speak out against extinction sleep training because it "worked" for them. I thought I'd start a post that allows me to respond publicly to these criticisms so I don't have to repeat myself over and over.
Worried About How Much Your Child Sleeps? Don’t, According to New Research
Parents often worry that their child isn't getting the magical number of hours of sleep. New research suggests we can ditch the idea that there is a magical number for it doesn't seem to influence outcomes at all.