I love to find information. I love to read stories. Reading about parenting fuels me by filling my idea bag or making me rethink a standard I've set. Sometimes other people write things so perfect for Pruning Princesses readers that I have to share. Here's a summary of the FUEL I have shared so far...
Little Girls or Women: The Disney Princess Effect--thoughts and stats about the sexualization of young girls
Notes from a Dragon Mom--Remember to love your girls today not tomorrow
Thankful for Yellow and Red Swirl Carpet--a blog post about being thankful, even though things aren't perfect
Rules for Dads and Daughters--From a dad who has pondered these things....
Need a laugh--a story about a dental surgery to make you laugh
My Body Gallery--Real women, real images. Evidence that there isn't one most beautiful shape.
Have a Code Word for Danger--A true story about human trafficking and one mom's wise strategy that may have saved her daughter
Defining Prince Charming--Talk to your girls now about their future spouse and his characteristics
How to Talk to Little Girls--Writer Lisa Bloom takes on the constant appearance oriented praise that little girls receive
What a Hands Free Summer Looks Like--Includes a list of the 10 things kids consistently wish their parents would do and some inspiration to help you prioritize.
25 Rules for Dads Raising Daughters--From the Good Men Project, a list that will benefit anyone raising a daughter whether a mom, a dad or a grandparent.
How to Be A Good Mom on a Bad Day--Just what it sounds like from a blogger I enjoy.
Talk to Your Daughter About P o r n--a tough, unpleasant subject that you need to address. Here are some ideas to help.
How to Miss a Childhood--Just what is says, what you don't want to do.
