contents October / November 2005 issue 7

main features 8Birth around the world Women tell their stories of childbirth and early motherhood

12home is where the heart is Why and how to source natural products

16The big day Create a magical birthday celebration for your child

20It’s in the stars What your child’s star sign means and how astrology affects your parenting style

24Identity and clutter How to escape vapid consumerism

bumps birth and beyond

28Balancing act Pilates for pregnancy and beyond

31Birth corner Imogen Makepeace discusses pain during childbirth

32Three in the bed Breastfeeding and co-sleeping with Jo Middleton

35Holistic health Aromatherapy for labour

family life

27Shoreline news Bella Griffin feels the lure of the sea

36Learning: No losers Co-operative games to play

39Indulge your party child Goodies for a magical celebration

40Sunday Selection Where to go, what to eat and more, reclaim family sundays

41Fathers Writes Nappy days with Dom Clementson

66Travel: The cheap, chic holiday Youth hostelling for families

food and drink

53Seasonal Food and Drink What’s in season, organic wine and apple lore

54In the party spirit Delicious bites for celebrations

56Party Poppers Recipes to share with your children

health and beauty

47Your child’s health Yoga pose of the month for kids

49Your health Find out which chemicals David Baddiel contains.

50All made up Natural make up tried and tested

bookmark

42Books about the sky For little star gazers

43Great little reads Favourite bedtime stories

44Adult bookshelf The latest big reads

45Sound advice Latest music reviews

house and garden 59House and garden news How to make your garden wildlife friendly

60Urban permaculture How to turn a small space into an abundant garden

62Secret life of plants We investigate the powers of Echinacea

63Reduce, Reuse and Reduce Nicky Scott gets creative with waste.

65Ethical money Best eco-homes on the market

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ethical fashion

70Autumn fever Gorgeous warm organic clothes

73In the playground Funky organic clothes for kids

regulars

3 welcome 4 our mailbag 6 out and about – don’t miss out with our guide to what’s on 64 next issue and useful numbers directory 68 subscribe 82 parenting questions and answers

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