We've gathered and continue to gather wonderful Companion Parrot Advocates from around the world to write their stories and experiences. These are Advocates who are making a difference by working tirelessly in Advocacy itself, Parrot Rescue and Sanctuary and Avian Veterinarian Care. These stories, and real life experiences are here for you to read, share, learn and apply not only to your own flock, but to your own efforts inside your own companion parrot advocacy.
I hope you'll find ideas and inspiration while reading through these Advocate Articles. Remember, your thoughts and comments are important, they are integral to the success of our prime directive here; To give every parrot, every where, a happy home.
Sharing your flock with a new baby is a natural step in human family growth and evolution. There is rarely a true need to leave your companion behind when you've decided to move forward in growing your family. In fact, on the contrary, there are beautiful undiscovered reasons to keep your flock and growing family together.
One of the top reasons families relinquish parrots to rescue is new babies coming home. There are very few articles anywhere on just how to bring home a baby and keep your companion parrot. Lauren Smith Vazquez, the Director of Marley's Mission in Mexico is a the perfect voice the discussion of not only advocacy but raising young children around and with parrots. I am excited to have her tell her on going story of life with children and parrots. Her successes can easily be yours.
Balance. The word stands strong in any companion parrot lifestyle goal. Balance with toddlers and companions in the same home is no different. Yes, you can have a very successful lifestyle with toddlers and parrots sharing their lives. Lauren discusses her balances and how she makes the most of her children and their companion parrot mix.