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SEASONAL FOOD 34 ON YOUR PLATE Choose Fairtrade tea and save money on veggies 35 FESTIVE FEAST Celebrate Christmas and make the most of seasonal produce with a vegetarian family feast HOUSE AND GARDEN 39 NATURAL LIVING Becoming a grandmother and the healing powers of ivy 40 WASHDAY GREENS Make the most ethical choices when getting clothes clean 43 SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS Make your own herb honeys for use during the winter months WELLBEING 45 HEALTH & BEAUTY Spend time at a spa and save lives 46 ALTERNATIVE ROUTE Natural therapies that can help with ADHD GREEN TRAVEL 75 WHERE TO GO Cycling in Devon and green ways to enjoy snow 76 BEST OF BRITISH

Family adventures in the heart of the New Forest ETHICAL CLOTHING 79 SLOW FASHION How to get children interested in making and mending 81 WEARING IT RIGHT Choosing the best clothes to keep your children warm and happy this winter REGULARS 24 HOW TO SUBSCRIBE 80 NEXT ISSUE 83 GREEN LIVING PAGES 15 pages of news, ideas and competitions

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Ann Juncal, 45, lives in Surrey with her husband and their child, aged two. She is expecting her second child as we go to press. Describe yourself: Busy, exhausted, chemical-free Favourite film: The Bourne Identity Best place: At the moment, asleep in my bed (rarely happens!) Memorable experience: Trekking in Costa Rican rainforest Hobbies: If I had time, salsa, belly dancing and yoga Favourite edible treat: Green and blacks organic chocolate ice cream

Victoria Sharp, 28 is married and lives in Lancashire.

She is expecting her first child in late November. Describe yourself: Insanely organised person Favourite read: Devoted Vogue reader now turned to parenting magazines! Best place in the world: Got to be home sweet home Most memorable experience: My wedding day Hobbies: Exercise and shopping are my all time favourites Favourite edible treat: Chocolate is my all time sin, I did have willpower to resist pre-pregnancy!

Leandra Bramham, 37 lives in Northhants with her husband and two step-children, aged 13 and 10. She is expecting her first baby on 19 December. Describe yourself: Traditional, homely and creative Favourite read: Chocolat by Joanne Harris Favourite film: Thomas Crown Affair Best place in the world: Antigua Most memorable experience: Swimming with dolphins Hobbies: Gardening, scrapbooking, family history, crafting Favourite edible treat: Cupcakes

Jo Gent, 38 lives in Wilts with her soulmate, Greg and their daughter Maya, two. She is pregnant with their second child. Describe yourself: Inquisitive, nurturing, open Favourite read: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson Best place: In the arms of people that love me by the ocean! Memorable experience: Natural breech birth of Maya Hobbies: Our permaculture garden, reading and walking in the country Pets: Lavender Pekins Favourite edible treat: Fish that Greg’s caught from the sea and veggies from our garden

Samantha Douglas, 24 lives in Staffordshire with her partner. They are excitedly awaiting their first child who is due just before Christmas. Describe yourself: Confident, thoughful, loving Favourite read/film: Psychologies magazine/The Notebook Best place in the world: My home Most memorable experience: Finding out I was pregnant Hobbies: Thai boxing (obviously pre-pregnancy!) Favourite edible treat: Raspberry liquorice

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