Hayley Chalkley

Hayley is a freelance writer, blogger, and grateful mama of four young people.

 

Previously a social worker, children’s services inspector, and college lecturer, Hayley runs local and online parenting classes offering support for families who want more peace and kindness in their lives 😍

 

A passionate advocate for children’s rights and a long-time home edder, Hayley writes about respectful parenting, natural learning, and intentional living at takingakinderpath.com.

 

You might also find her eating carrots, wearing odd socks, and dreaming of life in a van, usually with a giant cup of tea in hand ☕

Hayley Chalkley
Happy family playing and baby learning to walk at home.

Development

How to Encourage Your Baby to Walk

Given a safe space to practice and lots of loving attention, learning to walk comes naturally for most babies.

Mom changes a reusable diaper to a baby on a changing table.

Parenting

Are Cloth Diapers Worth It?

Given the initial cost and ongoing energy use, you might be wondering are cloth diapers worth it? We’ve rounded up all the info you need to help you decide.

Happy infant baby boy using training Bumbo seat to sit up.

Parenting

What Ages Are Safe for a Bumbo Seat?

While the suggested Bumbo seat age is between 3 and 12 months, we dig a little deeper into why it might be better to wait until your baby is a...

Asian mother is breastfeeding baby girl on the grass field.

Breastfeeding

When Is It Too Late to Start Breastfeeding?

When is it too late to start breastfeeding? Whether you stopped breastfeeding and want to begin again, or this is all totally new to you, we’ve got the answer

Adorable newborn baby using a pacifier and wearing a pink onesie.

Parenting

When Do Babies Stop Wearing Onesies?

The answer to when do babies stop wearing onesies is a personal one. We’ve rounded up the main issues to help you make the right decision for you and your...

Adorable baby boy blowing nose into tissue paper by his mother at home

Sleep

How to Help Your Congested Baby Sleep

Humidifiers, saline nose drops, a steamy bathroom and upright snuggles can help clear your baby’s stuffy nose and help you both get the sleep you need.

Puttting a nursing pad in the nursing bra

Breastfeeding

How Often Do I Need to Change Breast Pads?

We’ve rounded up all the information you need to make the best decision for changing your breast pads along with your feeding journey.

Crying baby climbing out of crib.

Sleep

Help! My Baby Won’t Sleep in Their Crib

There are many reasons your baby may struggle to sleep in the crib, and lots you can do to help you and your little one get the rest you need. 

Mother carefully dressing her baby in a sleepsuit.

Sleep

Dressing Your Baby for Sleep: A Parent’s Guide

Sleep is essential for survival and sanity. Dressing your baby for sleep in the right clothing will help give them (and you) the rest we all need.