parenting

Respond with Yes

Published on by Kariane

Life imposes so many limits on us, just by virtue of being human in this time and place.  I try hard not to introduce more constraints into our lives than already exist.  In practice, this means that I do my best to respond with Yes.  And if it’s not with a literal Yes, I aim to respond with Yes energy.

 

In spite of these efforts, I frequently find Nos creeping into my daily interactions. … Continue reading

Why We Cloth Diaper

Published on by Kariane

As my toddler begins expressing an interest in using the toilet (Admittedly, this is mostly an interest in wearing underwear; unless it’s in the middle of the night, than he wants to get up and use the toilet), I find myself reflecting on our diapering experiences.

I stumbled on this rather lengthy email that I sent a pregnant friend when my oldest, now 6 years old, was a toddler.… Continue reading