Issue 52 - The Natural Parent Magazine

As the weeks seemingly whizz by, it is important to pause and take time to enjoy the present and embrace the season you are in. Whether you are deep in the parenting trenches or yet to meet the new addition to your family, try to really take in these special times. Adrienne Wood has written a beautiful article about resentment vs gratitude: how easy it is to become resentful when dealing with life’s challenges, until it spirals to the point it affects your health and wellbeing. She talks about the power of learning gratitude and how it “calms your entire nervous system, helping you feel more content about your life". Laura Markham has put together some helpful tips for parents navigating defiance with their children. She explains that overreacting only escalates the battle, creating resistance, and she provides an age-by-age guide on how to approach the issue, using connection, not punishment. Tracy Gillett has written a wonderful article about the changing nature of intimacy as yo...