All Natural Mom

Every time I have a baby, I have this kick of going "all natural" It kind of stresses me out a little. Everywhere you turn there is something toxic to you or the enviornment. It is so scary. The sand in your kids' sandbox could cause asthma for Pete's sake! Anyway, For now, I've switched to all natural cleaners (method, Mrs. Meyers, Ecover) , and all organic food. After all, we only get one body in this life. There is this bakery near Breanna's school that is wonderful. Big Sky. Once you switch to homebaked, natural bread, you will NEVER go back, no matter the cost. I'm addicted!

I also picked up a copy of Mothering and there was an article about Post Partum Depression. They talked about it being a relatively new and ever increasing disease. Back in the day, Mother's had alot more support and a lot less isolation. It talkes about PPD being a call for help. The EXTENDED family should be supported to take care of the new family and when this is not possible, we need to create new communities of peer support. One such model is a group called Many Mothers. Exactly what I want to do/start in my community (someday)!!!

There was also a great tribute to American Father's in this months iissue. One of the dad's talked about REALLY listening to your kids, turning off the TV and the computer so that you are really listening and not just nodding your head. About listening purposefully and whole-heartedly to what your children have to say and making an intentional decision to be aware and tune in when they talk to you. THis is one of the greatest gifts a parent can give to their children: the gift of deep listening. It is an important building block of self-esteem, and it communicates honor, love, and respect.

Wow....This is a change I can make today today!!! To living fully in the present moment.......