Archive for Inspired Parenting
Baby Opportunities: Putting Our 3 Month Old Twins On The Potty
Posted by: | CommentsIt was on one of our Breastfeeding Blogtalk radio show that I first heard of the ‘Diaper Free Baby’.
And I noticed some resistance bubbling up at the idea of using a potty with tiny babies. What came to mind first was the image of over enthusiastic parents putting pressure on children to preform before they are ready.
Thankfully, I have come to realise now that embracing my resistance always opens doors into new delights. So I ordered the book ‘The Diaper Free Baby’ and during the pregnancy got stuck in.
A few weeks ago I decided to order the potties. And on St. Valentine’s day we presented them for the first time.When they woke up (which invariably happens at the same time for both), we placed them on the potties. Most of us relieve ourselves soon after waking up. Babies are the same. Within a couple of minutes we could hear them urinating. I was in shock. I never thought it could be that easy.
This experience has made me reflect on our expectations and I began to wonder are there other ways in which I have underestimated my girls and babies in general.
My intention now is to make decisions that honour their wisdom, intelligence, unique rhythm, path and love of discovering this world.
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In joy,
Deirdre Morris
Disability Fears For Your Baby During Pregnancy or After Birth?
Posted by: | CommentsMost pregnant parents hope for a healthy child.
’Healthy’ in this instance implies not only vitality but also freedom from disability (or difference) of any kind.
This fear is very real for many of us and often rears its head when we are due a scan, amniocentesis or tuning into baby’s developmental milestones.
But maybe we don’t need to fear.
Watch this thought-provoking video. Do you see flaws in nature or evidence of the beauty and wisdom of creation revealed in a unique and perfect way?
In joy,
Deirdre Morris
Happy International Passion Day!
Posted by: | CommentsToday is International Passion Day!!!
We can easily find ourselves just going through the motions or challenges of fertility, pregnancy, birth and parenting. Sometimes it seems like all we meet are bumps on the road.
But we are here for much more than that.
We were born to be joyful and exuberant as we journey through this life.
Often we are afraid to aim for what we truly want because we don’t feel worthy enough, competent enough or deserving enough.
But your passion for creating new life, enjoying a magical birth experience, thriving in motherhood, sacred family life, and enjoying loving, happy relationship is the pulse of the universe expressing itself through you.
What you love and God’s will for you are the same (Janet Bray Attwood and Christ Attwood).
Hand in hand with every desire we have comes the ability to realise it. We can only ever really want for what is possible.
A newborn does not desire to walk. A 3 month old has no interest in speaking. Their passions lie perfectly in the range of possibility in relation to their abilities, skills and vibration.
The same applies to you.
So whatever you are passionate about, know that having the passion is a sign that you are ready to create that reality and take steps to realise your dream NOW.
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With passion,
Deirdre Morris
