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NIGERIA: Perfect Fit
Parenting an adopted child and a SURPRISE! biological child are similar in many ways but the truth is my husband, my daughter, and myself will never truly understand what it feels like to walk into a room at family gatherings and not see some resemblance of ourselves in our family members. We will never understand how it feels to possibly never know the woman who gave birth to us. We will never understand what it feels like to have questions about our birth families which may never be answered.
INDONESIA: Learning Through the Falls
“When my neighbor declared my son’s readiness to ride sans trainers, I was a little embarrassed by my immediate response: “He might be, but I am not!,” but why? Aren’t the falls and spills, banged up knees and elbows one of the best parts of growing up?”
PHILIPPINES: Proudly “Pinoy” Views on Attachment Parenting
I try to be a good mom. I decided to become a work-at-home mom not because I believe that every mom should work from home so that she can care for her kid, but because for me, this is what works. I do not discount those women who choose to hold full-time jobs outside the home; in fact, I admire them for being able to do what I myself was not able to to effectively. I breastfed for a total of two years and six months, which I am hugely proud of. I know of other women who’ve worked full-time and have managed to raise happy, healthy and whole kids. The point is: We, as parents, will instinctively desire to be the best parents that we can be for our children.
FLORIDA, USA: Raising Responsible Citizens
“This Summer we will travel to Nicaragua to volunteer with an organisation called Outreach 360, and if all goes according to plan, we will return to the Dominican Republic in the Fall.”
Travel Itinerary for the Week of May 28th!
Another international week this week! Fasten your seatbelts! On Monday, we will be in Florida with Nicole @ By Word Of Mouth Musings. Nicole talks about the abundance of information in our world today, and how we can use it to teach our kids how to make responsible...
Saturday Sidebar: Fulfilling a childhood dream
This week's World Moms Blog writer Angela Y asked our writers, “What did you dream of, or want, as a child that you have happily fulfilled as an adult?” Check out what some of our World Moms had to say... Jennifer Burden of New Jersey, USA writes: “I always, for as...
SOUTH KOREA: Are We Foolish Enough?
As a person who practices attachment parenting, it is clear to me that the folks at Time Magazine have either never read any of Dr. Sears’ books, or that they have read them but are more interested in fomenting discord among mothers than they are in starting a useful discussion.
MASSACHUSETTS, USA: Sturdy Fences
When our children know what the rules are, when they have an idea of what our expectations will be, they function better. And, according to Lynne Griffin, it’s not just our children but all children.
NEVADA, USA: Traditions
One of the great things about being a part of a community like World Moms Blog, is the diversity. Every day (okay, once or twice a week when I can finally catch up) readers are given treasured glimpses into a culture much different from their own. I read stories from...
NORTH CAROLINA, USA: When A Friend Breaks Up With You
In the last few years, I've had several friendships end. Some of them have been due to difference of opinion about my separation and divorce, and others have just been a gradual drifting apart. Memories of them might cause me to feel a sharp sting, or even bring tears...
NEW ZEALAND: When Do We Step In?
In our house we eat simply: mostly fresh fruit and veges, some dairy, nuts most days, pasture raised meat and a few grains. The boys drink water or milk and rarely sodas or fruit-juice. We don't tend to have packet foods, but I bake a few muffins and we have...
Travel Itinerary for the Week of May 21st!
On Monday, we will be in New Zealand, where Karyn Van Der Zwet faces a nutrition dilemma - not with her own kids, but with someone else's. She asks the question: at what point is it appropriate to go against the wishes of parents who are not necessarily doing the best...
Saturday Sidebar: The morning rush hour
Ever feel like some mornings are a crazy rush to get out the door no matter how early you got up? Today, World Moms Blog writer Karyn Van Der Zwet asked our writers, “What time do you have to get up most mornings and what time do you leave the house?” Check out what...
CANADA: Breast of Luck (Part 3 of 3)
Breastfeeding is a learned behavior. It isn't instinctive as many women are led to believe. Do some women have zero problems with nursing? Sure. But most need some help. Even gorillas and chimpanzees, who have never seen other apes caring for their babies are unable...
CALIFORNIA, USA: Yoga and Motherhood
When I step onto my mat, there is nothing else that matters. There are no toys to be picked up, dishes to be cleaned, or clothes to be folded. I am no longer mom. I am me. There is just myself, my mat and my yoga practice. As I take the first downward dog of the day,...
FLORIDA, USA: Interview with Nicole from “By Word of Mouth Musings”
Where in the world do you live? And, are you from there? I am currently living in the grand metropolis of Boca Raton, FL. Originally born in England, my parents traveled extensively until moving out to South Africa on a 2 year contract. They quickly acclimated to the...
SWITZERLAND: Jump on in; the water’s fine!
When we moved into our home in Switzerland, we were told there was a river close by. I had no concept of how close it was and my focus was entirely on getting us settled. It took me a few days before I ventured out on a walk with our small boys. We walked down a hill, following signs to a camping site. As we came down the hill and there was a break in the trees, I was able to get my first glance at the crystal blue of our rushing river. It turns out we live 5 minutes from the Aare river that rushes with fresh water from the Alps. It is truly one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen, and it’s in our backyard.
SOCIAL GOOD: Look Kids, Mom’s on TV!
In January, World Mom's Blog's advocacy for global health and children began offline at the pilot grass-roots party thrown at my house for the UN Foundation’s new Shot@Life campaign. For the first time, at that party, I talked candidly in front of my friends and my...
CANADA: Helping Children Grieve Sudden Loss
When a child dies it is beyond devastating, however, children are often left out of the healing process. You see, the collective, the invisible threads that binds us moms (and some dads), crossing cultural, and religious boundaries to come to a place of acceptance, does not account for everyone.
CANADA: Helping Children Grieve Sudden Loss
When a child dies it is beyond devastating, however, children are often left out of the healing process. You see, the collective, the invisible threads that binds us moms (and some dads), crossing cultural, and religious boundaries to come to a place of acceptance, does not account for everyone.
Travel Itinerary for the Week of May 14th!
Happy Mother's Day to moms all over the world! We start off this week in Canada! On Monday Salma takes us through the heartbreak that comes with pregnancy and infant loss. There is much talk about how to help bereaved parents through the storm, but what about the...
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