True story:
Recently I was out with my kiddos and (per usual) the little one knocked over her cup of Cheerios just to watch them scatter. This is a common occurrence with tiny humans, so I calmly began picking them up to return them to the container, with the assistance of the kind woman seated next to me. She mentioned retrieving some fresh cereal from the other room and I felt compelled to be honest, "Don't trouble yourself! She eats worse than this off of our floor at home!" Truth.
This morning I find myself sipping coffee while the boy runs rampant within the confines of the chain link, and baby girl discovers the texture of fallen leaves and twigs. Both playing outside; sweating in this Texas heat, and listening to the birds sing.
I've encountered some who balk at my naturalistic parenting methods, yet in my opinion the benefits far outweigh the risks. Yes, my children will have encountered more germs, allergens, etc than their age equivalent peers, but they've also been incredibly healthy through it all.
Seeing as how the majority of other littles I come across are perpetually ill in one way or another, I figure I'm doing alright by mine.
Fact of the matter is: it takes all sorts to make the world an interesting place, so if you'd rather sterilize your baby's pacifier than suck it clean of debris, feel free. That's your prerogative.
Much love,
A Hippie Chick Momma
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