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And when she perches on the counter, asking why I wear this or what that’s for, I tell her the truth. I just didn’t think my seven year old would notice so soon. I’m not sure what else to do, besides staying firm on my stance that she can’t wear makeup until she’s older, and continuing to praise her for things that have nothing to do with her looks. In a world where her appearance is constantly – constantly – remarked upon, by everyone from her grandparents to the grocery store clerk to the friendly old lady walking down the street, I want her to understand that her value has nothing to do with her body, or her hair, or her face.
Set up a sprinkler outside and let the kids run around while you’re watering the lawn. It’s a treat to let the kids hold their own money and decide what they will spend it on. You may not know this, but the convenience store gives out free slurpees on their ‘birthday.’ Visit a farmer’s market. This is kind of a challenge, but you’ll find yourself soaking in a bit more summer fun if you’re not checking your email on your phone.
Your child may be asking to use the potty, but that doesn’t always mean they are ready. If you have any questions about your child’s signs of readiness, look for key things, like those we listed above, as well as making sure their listening skills are well-developed. If you’re like me, you’ve read a few books or blogs on potty training. And that’s a mistake you can bet I won’t be making this time around.
But the “1 Year to a Non-Toxic Home Project” has been different. Though I continue to grow and learn all the time, I’ve never been an all-natural mom, just as this has never been an all-natural blog, and I certainly don’t want to pretend to be anything that I’m not. Because now, instead of patting myself on the back for replacing 90% of the products in my evening beauty routine with non-toxic alternatives, I find myself feeling like a failure when I can’t find an all natural water-proof mascara that doesn’t smudge or an aluminum-free antiperspirant that actually works. ” from previous posts, I’ll definitely continue to share here when I find non-toxic solutions that are working for me and my family