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Natural Parenting from A to Z

  By Donna DeForbes | March 17, 2015 - 5:00 am | ,
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Are you a natural parent? What does that even mean? Natural parenting is generally defined as “a desire to live and parent responsively and consciously.” Within that definition there are some basic principles and a variety of lifestyle choices. Don’t worry; to be a natural parent, you don’t have to follow every single one of them! Some choices will speak to you, others will not. For instance, I am a strong proponent of breastfeeding, babywearing, nurturing touch and nature. I also had an induced labor, a fully vaccinated daughter and never made my own baby food. Yet I still consider myself a natural and responsive parent who makes conscious choices every day. If you’re new to parenting, you can peruse this list to see what aspects of the natural lifestyle may work for you and your partner. Which ones jive with your personality? Start here, then do further research on your … Continue reading →

Start Here: Resources for Going Green

  By Donna DeForbes | September 24, 2013 - 5:30 am |
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So you want to go green but don’t know where to start? Below are some online resources to help you navigate the eco-friendly lifestyle. Define Green Greenopedia is an online encyclopedia of green questions pertaining to your home, food and children. They answer everything from “How babies may be exposed to BPA” to “What do the plastic recycling codes mean?” to “Choosing between farmed and wild-caught fish.” The articles are arranged in hubs around a particular topic. For example, the topic of “local food” will include articles on CSAs, farmers markets and whether local food is healthier for you. Greenopedia also has a glossary defining all those terms that get bandied around a lot but might confuse you (genetically-modified, phthalates, post-consumer waste, etc.). Live Green EarthShare is a non-profit that connects people with environmental charities, and they also have a site offering lots of tip for eco-friendly living. The EPA has a page … Continue reading →

Top 50 Eco-Friendly Baby Names and their Meanings

  By Donna DeForbes | July 26, 2013 - 5:00 am |
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I admit it. The birth of the Royal Baby has got me excited about baby names. What makes an eco-friendly name? Well, I’m looking at meanings here, so anything to do with nature. Even Prince George is rather green as its Greek origins mean “one who tends the soil.” Here’s our pick for the top 25 for each gender. Girl Names Aspen – tree name, also means “earth mother” Acacia – Greek for “tree; everlasting” Brier – French for “heather; nature” Bryn – Welsh for “hill” Chanda – Hindi for “moon goddess” Clover – flower name Denver – English for “born in a green valley” Elyssa – Greek for “loving the ocean” Fern – plant name Hailey – English for “natural; hay meadow” Ivy – plant name Jelani – American for “pretty sky” Kameko – Japanese for “turtle girl” Lavender – plant name Lotus – Greek for “flowery” Magnolia – … Continue reading →