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October 2, 2026 by thegreenparent in alternative education

Our autumn edition is out now 🍂

Issue 131 is here, and this autumn we're talking about trust. Trust in your own parenting instincts, and trust in your children to find their own way.

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Members October 2, 2026 in alternative education

The Art of Strewing: Inspiring Home-Educated Children Without the Hard Sell

Members September 30, 2026 in What's On

14 Fun and Free Things To Do With Your Family in October

September 26, 2026 in outdoor play

The Great British Conker-Off

September 25, 2026 in sponsored

Made to be handed down: the case for rethinking the animal figurine

Members September 22, 2026 in breastfeeding

Prepare for Bedsharing (even if you do not plan to do it)

September 21, 2026 in seasonal celebration

How to Celebrate the Autumn Equinox

What’s new?

September 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in sponsored

8 Natural Ingredients and How They Benefit Your Skin

Discover eight natural ingredients and how they can benefit our skincare routine, from aloe vera to green tea, coconut to chamomile, according to experts at Notino

Paid-members August 30, 2024 by thegreenparent in home education

I've Got a New Theme for September

I'm off to Heart of the Rose festival and planning our home education content for September

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Paid-members August 29, 2024 by thegreenparent in breastfeeding

The Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding

In times of teething, illness, or when your child hurts themselves, breastfeeding provides comfort and delivers painkilling properties. How cool is that?!