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  • homeschool
    • homeschool
    • FREE Homeschool Preschool Reflection Sheet
    • homeschool preschool – suggested supplies
    • recommended reading and podcasts
    • curriculum and communities
  • resources
    • parenting books
    • attachment theory
    • breastfeeding resources
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    • fertility awareness
    • Vaccine Hesitancy Resource
    • Advent Reflections
  • book lists
    • Book Talk Tuesdays
    • Living Books for Young Ones
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  • books,  seasonal

    30 Non-Fiction Book Suggestions for Your 2020 Reading List

    November 27, 2019 / No Comments

    Are you getting enough non-fiction? Non-fiction books are an incredible source of knowledge, inspiration, and practical tips for improving life for you and your family. Add some of these suggestions to your 2020 reading list!

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    Kristin

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    7 Tips for Building a Living Books Library

    July 26, 2019

    15 Non-Fiction Books for Your Christmas List (Plus, a Gift for the Mama with no Time to Read)

    November 24, 2018
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    Not our Mother’s Motherhood: Why Today’s Moms Need Each Other’s Encouragement More than Ever

    March 29, 2019 / No Comments

      Last night, as the children snuggled in bed with their Daddy, I took ten minutes to complete a survey for Motherly, an online parenting hub which I subscribe to and have written for. While many of the questions were about personal demographics and situation, a few touched on our outlook on motherhood. For example: “Do you feel that society does a good job of understanding and supporting mothers?”  I pursed my lips together and clicked quickly. No. Then: “How is today’s generation of moms different from your mother’s generation?” Are we generally more optimistic about motherhood than our mothers’ generation? More pessimistic? I’m wasn’t certain. I could have checked…

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    Knowing Nature by Name: Why I Teach my Children to Identify all Parts of Creation

    September 12, 2019

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    October 3, 2018

    On Mother’s Day

    May 12, 2019
  • parenting

    How to Research a Controversial Topic

    March 2, 2019 / No Comments

      We’ve all seen those articles…the polarizing ones which, once shared, evoke intense feelings, passionate words, and judgment. I’ve seen and experienced how these sorts of articles — which are hallmarked by strong emotions, not strong evidence — can wreak havoc. From politics to parenting, controversial topics can spark a damaging fire, and the fire is fueled by deeply opinionated sources. As parents, there are endless polarizing topics that people are passionate about: birth, circumcision, discipline, gender roles, infant feeding, infant sleep, schooling, screen time, vaccinations, just to name a few. There are articles and podcasts and people’s experiences that argue for and against every single topic, and shame is…

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    October 3, 2018

    Attachment Parenting: Nurturing a Secure Attachment with your Baby

    April 27, 2019

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    An Open Love Letter to Our Village

    February 14, 2019 / No Comments

        To the people that love our family:   It’s common knowledge that it takes a village to raise children, and, undoubtedly, you are part of ours. Family and friends, church and neighbors, mentors and mentees, you have come alongside of us on this journey of raising our children, and we want to thank you.   Some of you are in a similar stage of life as us. You, too, are chasing around your little ones. You are empathetic to the craziness, joy, and exhaustion of child-rearing. You understand. Thank you for being our confidants. Thank you for raising your children alongside of us, for embracing the messy side…

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    How Hygge Can Help your Family

    January 5, 2019

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    September 15, 2018

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  • books,  seasonal

    15 Non-Fiction Books for Your Christmas List (Plus, a Gift for the Mama with no Time to Read)

    November 24, 2018 / No Comments

    What’s on your Christmas list this year? I know, Mama. You probably haven’t taken a lot of time to think about it. You’re busy shopping for your kids, your husband, your parents, your neighbors. But what would you like for Christmas? A cleaning service, a massage, a bottomless cup of hot coffee, some uninterrupted alone time? Consider adding a non-fiction book to your Christmas list. Reading is a great way to learn, gain perspective, and care for yourself. I have been on a non-fiction reading kick ever since I became a mom, and I can’t get enough. Here are eleven books I’ve read, appreciated, and impacted my life over my…

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    Kristin

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    30 Non-Fiction Book Suggestions for Your 2020 Reading List

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    7 Tips for Building a Living Books Library

    July 26, 2019
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Meet Kristin

Hey! I'm a wife and mama of two beautiful kiddos. I believe in the power of words, beauty, faith, grace, and love. While I love to theorize about and strive for parenting ideals, I value the art of keeping it real. Thanks for reading.

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