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August 5, 2026 by thegreenparent in natural beauty

The Green Parent Natural Beauty Award winners 2026

It all began back in January, when our doors opened for entry. Once gathered, we sent out hundreds of natural beauty products which landed on doormats across the country.

Members July 31, 2026 in What's on

16 Fun and Free Things To Do With your family in August

Members June 30, 2026 in What's on

18 Things To Do With Your Family in July

June 28, 2026 in babywearing

Your Holiday Companion

Members June 26, 2026 in parenting

Explaining difficult news to children and handling their exposure

June 22, 2026 in sponsored

Childhood, Unplugged: Making Space for Music, Play and Imagination

June 19, 2026 in alternative education

Your Free Guide to Alternative Education in the UK is Here

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April 26, 2024 by thegreenparent in recipes

Recipe: Sanity Saving One Pot Pasta

There are days when Sanity-Saving One Pot Pasta is a teatime-saving creation! It's super simple, nutritious and tastes delicious.

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April 25, 2024 by janhunt in respectful parenting

The Trouble with Rewards

If we use trust, patience, and gentle explanations instead of rewards or punishments, children are then free to “own” their learning and personal growth.