All my life I dreamt of being a mommy. When I was younger I often would day dream about my house full of children running around enjoying their childhood. Now, being a mommy of two, I love mothering my boys and being their strongest advocate.
Below you will find my parenting "style". I really just go off what feels right and great at the moment but here you will find some of my answers to common parenting questions.
Birthing Options
That's just it, you have options when it comes to giving birth to your child. How amazing is it to be able to do what feels right for you and your baby? I, wholeheartedly believe that every mother has the right to research her options on how to give birth to their baby. I am happy to know that more expecting mothers are knowledgeable of the hospital not being their own source of birth. That being said, I am a strong advocate for alternative birthing options. I had Superbaby at home and loved the empowered and familiarity of my environment. Accompanied by an amazing Midwife who helped with my dream of having a water-birth, my tender-hearted husband, and eager and vibrant Rockstar son, we welcomed Superbaby into our family.
Circumcision
Neither one of the 'Rockin' boys are circumcised. After our inital thoughts on the subject( when asked by our midwife) we did a some further research to intensify our belief that this procedure was not needed or welcomed for our boys.
Breast-Feeding
Breast-feeding is truely the best choice for your child and I am a huge fan of it. The connection, nutrition, and so much more that comes with breast-feeding make it so, so, so WORTH it. I had a really rough time getting my milk supply in and staying with Rockstar. With the support of many breastfeeding fans, I was able to pull through the rough patch and successfully feed my first baby for a good long haul. Superbaby came out a CHAMP and so did my milk supply, which was pretty rockin!
Vaccinations
There is so much controversy over this whole subject in the media. Here is a little backstory as to how we come to not vaccinate our boys. Yep, this is probably news to some family members who are reading this. right. now.
-- Rockstar was up for his first round of shots. I spoke to the nurse over the phone and asked her which one( yes one) he would get. Me, never being a mother before thought one was enough, but she listed a few. I remember hanging up the phone and holding Rockstar ever so close to me. I couldn't fatham a little baby really being a risk of catching what I was needing to prevent by injecting him with the virus. I sobbed in the shower and felt that I had no choice in the matter. Two days before the appointment I called a very dear friend and talked to her. She could sense something was wrong. I talked to her and she opened the whole door of non vaccination. My hubs and I researched and decided we would delay the boys vaccinations. I say delay because with reasonable research and discussion with their doctor, we all are on board with our gameplan if needed. This is just what works for our home.
Babywearing
Anytime I see a mom, dad, or loved one wearing a little baby, it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. I just adore it. There are so many options on baby wraps that there is sure to be one that works for you and your little joy.
Spanking
Spanking sucks and I am so not a fan. I don't understand the concept of teaching our children to not hit when we in return place our hands on our kids. Plus, it never feels good afterwards for the parents spirit.
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We love to make things fun here in our casa. When laughter is not appropriate we are compassionate and loving. I do not, nor ever, have spoken to my boys in "babytalk". I have always spoken to them as if they were grown. Kids can really surprise you at how they really get what you are talking about. Never felt compelled to speak to them as any less than an equal. As our home consist of four humans who are.
Really what it all boils down to to be loving, compassionate, and joyful.
