I have been craving a place to talk natural parenting again. So, rather than complain about the lack of places that feel right, I am creating one. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/naturalmama An email list will have to do since I simply cannot organize a board right now.

Here is the group description:

Who is a Natural Mama? Well, chances are you can't tell just by looking at her. She probably isn't farming on a commune and spending her days in tie dyed peasant dresses, Birks and dreadlocks. Natural Mamas often look just like everyone else, but they are different inside.

Natural Mamas believe in natural parenting. They parent gently and look for natural alternatives in healthcare, education, nutrition and entertainment. Chances are their families rarely watch TV. They probably eat many organic or unprocessed foods. Natural Mamas probably homeschool their kids or have them in alternative schools. They are likely use herbal or other natural medicines. They believe in parenting without force, without belittling. Are you a Natural Mama?

This group is for families with children of all ages, but it has been specifically started for support as our children grow older. There are many places out there to find support for parenting a baby naturally, but few for parenting school aged children this way.
I hope you'll decide to join if the group sounds like you.