by smaclaughlin | Aug 29, 2014 | advocacy for children, developmental expectations, emotional intelligence, mindful parenting, modeling, parenting, parenting style, patience, perspective, self-care
When I was a new mom who shared my birth story with anyone who wanted to hear it, I quipped, “They don’t call it labor for nothing!” Even if you didn’t personally give birth to your children, the labor involved is still intense. The hard work,...
by Sarah MacLaughlin | Feb 5, 2014 | advocacy for children, emotional intelligence, my life, parenting
Last fall I participated in my local PechaKucha community with a presentation of the above title. It was so much fun, and all of the presentations were inspiring and somehow connected. Apparently (the details you miss when you’re feeling a little nervous!) they...
by Sarah MacLaughlin | Jun 23, 2012 | advocacy for children, blog tour, books, communication, parenting, perspective, problem-solving
Aunt Annie’s Childcare blog is a goldmine of information for parents, teachers and caregivers alike. Her blog is organized into several sections depending on your interests. Read her review here and post a comment to be entered to win a free copy of the ebook....
by Sarah MacLaughlin | Jun 22, 2012 | attachment parenting, blog tour, books, parenting, what not to say
In general, I bow down to single parents everywhere. Parenting is the hardest (and best) job ever. Whenever my partner goes away for any period of time, I am reminded of how much I rely on having that other adult in the house! Hats off the The Single Crunch whose blog...
by Sarah MacLaughlin | Sep 15, 2009 | family, only child, parenting, siblings
I just ordered a book with the above title. Minus the question mark. But the question mark is there for me. Let’s just say I’m still debating the merits of expanding my family. I understand the upshot of the book is “an argument for smaller families.”...