Birth is such a miraculous experience, and it seems to be different each time. After five children (four completely natural births, one with a hormone drip) , I still don't seem to have found any rules, but I can share with you what I have learned about the beautiful process of … [Read more...] about 10 Things you should know about a Natural Birth
How to write a Simple Pregnancy To Do List
Pregnancy is a beautiful time to rest and enjoy, and also a great time to make a simple pregnancy to do list. Each of my five pregnancies with my children was different, but I still managed to accomplish some things at this special time. If you would like to make plans, I hope … [Read more...] about How to write a Simple Pregnancy To Do List
Simple Advent Ideas for Little Children
The time for Advent preparation is here! If you have small children this is a very special time, but it can feel difficult to communicate anything with them about the meaning of the season in a way they could understand. In this post I'm going to share some simple advent ideas … [Read more...] about Simple Advent Ideas for Little Children
How to make a natural Autumn Wreath
As the smell of wood smoke fills the air, and evenings begin to be full of candlelight, nothing suits village life better than a natural autumn wreath on our front door. To make this wreath I simply went for a walk with my children and gathered bits from the countryside, along … [Read more...] about How to make a natural Autumn Wreath
Look Inside my Autumn/Fall Picture Books Basket
Getting ready to read in autumn/fall As the evenings get darker and cooler we begin to smell the familiar wood smoke as cottages in the village turn to their fireplaces for comfort. I am preparing for those longer afternoons by getting my autumn/fall picture books basket ready … [Read more...] about Look Inside my Autumn/Fall Picture Books Basket