The Green Parent

Non-judgemental, uplifting parenting content from pregnancy to teenagers. The Green Parent is full of ideas on living outside the mainstream, with advice on how to nurture yourself so you can thrive (not just survive!) as a parent. Heaps of activities to bring fun and connection into every day life, a welcoming community and positive news!

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Top articles to celebrate spring

INSPIRE

JOURNAL • Seasonal celebrations, activities and joy for your family in April and May

It's Not All Work • Talking to somatic coach Tamu Thomas leaves you breathless. In the best possible way. She’s a joyful, funny, fast-talking whirlwind of positivity, who’s passionate about breaking free from the shackles of toxic productivity and resisting the pressure to people-please and over-commit. Her book, Women Who Work Too Much aims high and has in its sights the unrealistic expectations placed on women, colonialism and capitalism

READERS' STORIES

READERS' STORIES

BIRDS EGGS • In spring time many birds are feathering and filling their nests – here’s what to look out for

baby • Beautiful birth education, listen to inspiring podcasts and create structure for mental wellbeing

tune in

WOMB TO WORLD

Three Under Three • Jessica Maund writes about breastfeeding her 3 youngest children (at once)

NURSING NEEDS • Our pick of the best breastfeeding goodies to help you through the next feed

Happy Nappy • If even a tiny percentage of us choose cloth nappies, collectively, we can make a huge impact. Here’s some brands doing great things

toddler • Three best sun creams, DIY weather chart and get busy in the garden this spring

natural protection

PROTECT AND PLAY

PROTECTING CHILDHOOD • Why Waldorf education is the umbrella in a storm

Voyage of Discovery • Lynne Saywell discovers how a simple magnifying glass can get toddlers growing their own food!

Nature Party • Sally Jackson shares her top tips for creating an eco-celebration

3 Nature Themed Party Bag Suppliers

3 Eco Party Organisers

LESS IS MORE • Our culture pushes abundance, but fewer is actually better when it comes to toys

child • Storytelling tips, festivals to ignite the inspiration and an amazing day out in Oxford

SHARE A STORY

3 STORYTELLING FESTIVALS

"I am trying hard to change things at our house, but my kids seem to be acting out more" • Dr. Laura Markham answers your questions

Learning How to Learn • We started home educating out of necessity: here’s why we now do it by choice (and what we learned in the process)

7 lessons I've learned through unschooling • For anyone starting out on their home educating journey, or considering it, this is what we’ve learned along the way

THE BOOK NOOK • We sent out a bundle of books to some of our subscribers, packed with picture books, tales for older readers and more. Here they share their reviews

SHELF SERVICE - Our favourite book shops

REVIEWS BY BY KEIRA, 12

EDITOR'S PICKS

teen • Boost self esteem at home and the garden project that’s tackling anxiety

BOOST WITH BOOKS

PROJECT PLANTS

The Greatest Gift

TECH BREAK • Rosie Tanner shares her top tips to get your kids outdoors

GREEN PARENT MARKET

Endorphin Rich Parenting • Kate Orson finds playful ways to foster connection in the teen years

WELLBEING • Try a...