This Week's Natural Parenting Inspiration Links

For every mom that wishes she had the opportunity to say what she really wanted to defend her child:When a Woman Whispered How She 'Can't Stand Parents Who Can't Control Their Kids'THIS:"Each year my children seem a little less my babies and a little more property of the world."Why I Feel So Sad During Back-To-School Season"The Danes recognize play teaches social skills, empathy, self-control, coping mechanisms, and much more. In stark contrast, in most western nations, free play is sadly becoming an endangered species. I was disturbed when I read an article yesterday reporting some parents are sending their children to “boot camp” to prepare them for kindergarten. Elizabeth Fraley, director of KinderPrep in Los Angeles says, “When children get into kindergarten, there is no play.” Taking away a child’s ability to play is like taking away their voice; our society needs to realize the detrimental effects of rushing children through childhood and learn from countries like Denmark who are taking a radical approach."The World's Happiest People Share Their Parenting Secrets - Raised Good