MEET OUR READERS This issue we have five wonderful readers try out natural products and tell us about their favourite places to go wild with their families.

83 GREEN LIVING PAGES This issue our green living pages are stuffed full of ideas and inspiration. Find out how to soothe nappy rash, our favourite recycled clothes and the best organic lip balm. Also inside are competitions to win a tipi holiday, organic children’s quilts and more.

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KAREN JEFFERY, 37, lives in Bristol with her husband and their home schooled indigo twins Luke and Louise, 8. Describe yourself: Crazy, loving perfectionist! Favourite read/film: Twilight Saga Best place in the world: Our bed on a Sunday morning Memorable experience:

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The day I first saw my angels’ faces and when my mother passed away; it shook my world but made me stronger Hobbies: Walking and crystal healing Edible treat: Home made apple crumble.

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LEANNE COLDICOTT, 31, lives in Sheffield with husband Paul and son Nathen, six. They are expecting another baby in August. Describe yourself: Day-dreamy, thoughtful and creative Favourite read: The Forsyth Saga by John Galsworthy Best place: My garden in summer certified organic, which means all of them have been certified by a recognised body such as The Soil

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Memorable experience: Walking down the aisle on my wedding day Hobbies: Growing flowers and veggies, reading, making own creams & lotions Pets: Four cats Edible treat: Homemade flapjack.

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MARIANNE GIPSON, 37, lives in Wales with her husband and their three children aged six, three, and 18 months. Describe yourself: Balanced, nurturing, loyal Favourite read: Saturday’s Guardian Best place: Lying on my back in the sun, eyes closed, listening to my happy children

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What’s inside? 84 learning outdoor playthings and organic first toys 86 health and beauty mineral makeupandlipbalms tested 88 eco living children’s quilts to give awayandnatureholidays

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94 real nappieswaterproof sheets andhowtosoothe rashes 96 fashion fabulous recycled clothing

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playing nearby Memorable experience: The many parenting lessons that I continue to learn, and put into practice daily! Edible treat: Homemade fruit loaf, toasted, with melting butter.

KIMBERLEY KAYLEY, 30, lives in Lancashire with her husband Paul and their eight month old baby boy, Caleb. Describe yourself: Messy, creative, veggie Favourite film: Almost Famous Best place: In Maui in Hawaii where Paul and I honeymooned Most memorable experience:

Giving birth to my son Hobbies: Crochet, cooking, growing veggies, needle felting, reading Pets: A naughty cat called Jasper Favourite edible treat: Any of my Nan’s homemade puds!

PIXIE KINSELLA, 43, lives in Cornwall. She has two sons aged 21 and 12. Describe yourself: Optimistic, energetic and sensitive Favourite read/film: Siddhartha by Hermanne Hesse and Braveheart Best place in world: Malawi, Africa Most memorable experience: Watching my boys spend time together is an ongoing favourite Hobbies: Medieval dance, costume making, gardening, drumming Pets: 12week-old kitten called Mad Molly Edible treat: Raw chocolate.

52 TO VACCINATE OR NOT Rachelle Strauss explores

74 ON THE BARGE Jo Macdonald heads vaccinations and how to create natural immunity

59 TRIED AND TESTED Our readers try out a range of natural toothpastes

60 CELEBRATE TOUCH We all need touch - ways to encourage tactile relationships in your family BUMPS & BIRTH 64 SACRED SANCTUARY Cher Sievey shares how their favourite slings and baby (and toddler) wearing GREEN TRAVEL 73 WHERE TO GO Walking with children and organic breaks for the waterways with her in laws and the dog ETHICAL FASHION 79 WHAT’S NEW The best ethical t-shirts and upcycling Dad’s shirt

REGULARS 7 EARTH NEWS 50 HOW TO SUBSCRIBE 80 NEXT ISSUE 81 ASTROLOGY

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69 SLING STORIES Our readers thoughts on

COMPETITIONS Email or send details on a postcard to address on page 6 50 Get FREE Suncare 84 WIN Bathtime Fun Sets 88 WIN Children’s Quilts 90 WIN A Tipi Holiday 96 WIN Camper Van Tees

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