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With many thanks to our inspirational contributors:

Andrew Anderson, Annie Armitage, Lulah Ellender, Mary English,

Joan Gorman, Hilary Gregson, Natalie Fee, Dawn Francis-Pester,

Keith Hall, Barbara Higham, Sandra Howgate, Gill Kilner,

Katherine Locke, Susan-Jane Murray, Auromira Parks,

Zara Picken, Janet Ross, Rachelle Strauss, Kate Williams.

The Green Parent magazine PO Box 104, East Hoathly, Lewes, BN7 9AX www.thegreenparent.co.uk info@thegreenparent.co.uk Tel 01825 872858

We are an editorially led magazine, which means intelligent, non-biased journalism. A limited amount of advertising space is available to those companies with a strong ethical, environmental ethos; we have a self-imposed ceiling of 25%. And The Green Parent really works for those businesses keen to promote their products to a conscious audience:

“When marketing my natural and ethical beauty company it really is essential that information about my products reaches an informed and responsive reader. I was delighted when my range was featured in The Green Parent, the response from readers was astounding. I have gained new customers in a brand new market.” Kate Logan of kateloganbeauty.com

“The Green Parent has provided a great magazine for Weleda to promote its natural bodycare range because it is a genuine publication that shares our brand values” Susie at Weleda

The Green Parent is printed by Cambrian Printers on recycled paper using vegetable-based inks. Distributed by Diamond Magazine Distribution Ltd throughout the UK, USA, Canada, India, Pakistan and Egypt. The Green Parent is a member of INK (independent news collective), an association of radical and alternative publishers. The Green Parent is published by Green Parent Publications © 2008. All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or whole without permission is strictly prohibited. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy we cannot take responsibility for losses resulting from publishing errors, however caused. The opinions expressed in this publication are not to be considered those of the publisher, who accepts no liability of any nature arising out of or in connection with the contents of this magazine. Competition guidelines Entering a competition will be seen as acceptance of these rules • The closing date for competitions is 31st January 2009 unless otherwise stated • Only one entry per person per competition is permitted • No responsibility is accepted for entries that are lost, delayed or damaged in the post • Entries can be sent to the address above using the form inserted in this issue or emailed to competitions@thegreenparent.co.uk . Please supply name, address, telephone number and email and mark clearly which competition you are entering • Illegible or incomplete entries will not be accepted • No cash alternative to any prize is offered • The editor’s decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into • Your details will not be passed onto any third parties except where you have requested promotional literature. The winner’s details may be passed to the company in question in order that they can send the prize.

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Health and Beauty 43Child Health Natural treatments to encourage a good night’s sleep

45The Silent Shame Lulah Ellender discovers the powers of traditional Chinese Medicine in treating bedwetting.

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Main features 8Festive Conscience Our readers share their ideas for a green Christmas

11Celebrate Diversity Dawn FrancisPester embraces diversity in her life

14Singing for the soul Why singing is good for health and wellbeing

48Aging Gorgeously How to reclaim the wisdom and power of growing older

Bumps, Birth and Beyond 18Breastfeeding for the planet The environmental benefits to breastfeeding

Family Life 13Sunday Selection Reclaim relaxing family Sundays

17Spiritual parenting Natalie Fee campaigns against wifi in Glastonbury

82Smallholder Notes Janet Ross gets an unusual Christmas present

Learning 23Natural Learning Gill Kilner sets up ‘school’ at home

24Outdoor Kindergartens The rise of forest playschools and what they offer

28On The Bookshelf Great reads for the whole family

47Your Health Exploring the function of the liver and how to support it

Food and drink 51What’s in season? Biodynamic bubbly and chocolate goodies

53Incredible Edibles Delicious homemade presents for eating

House and garden 57Home News What to grow in the herb garden and fairytale beds

58Secret Life of Plants The healing powers of the eucalyptus tree

60Green Building Keith Hall admires all the wildlife that green roofs support

Ethical Fashion 61What’s hot? Gorgeous ethical knits for babies and children

Green Travel 59Family cycling We explore the Phoenix Trail in Bucks

Regulars 6 your letters 7 out and about: what’s on in January 62 subscribe and get free products 64 what’s in the next issue 65 astrology

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