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September 3, 2026 by thegreenparent in gardening

Good Life Tasters offer introduction to small-holding

A working small-holding and glamping site in West Wales is offering prospective small-holders the chance to come try the lifestyle to see if it’s for them.

Members September 2, 2026 in unschooling

Back to School – But not for all: Why more parents are looking beyond the classroom

Members August 31, 2026 in What's on

13 Things To Do With Your Family in September

August 5, 2026 in natural beauty

The Green Parent Natural Beauty Award winners 2026

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

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Paid-members March 24, 2024 by thegreenparent in natural birth

How to Have a Lotus Birth

How to have a lotus birth. After the baby is born, the cord is not clamped and after the placenta is born, the placenta and cord are kept intact.

Photograph of a baby alongside the placenta, still attached via umbilical cord

Paid-members March 24, 2024 by thegreenparent in babies

Would You Eat Your Placenta?

The placenta is an amazing organ that provides nourishment, protection and oxygen for the baby in the womb, but what are its benefits after birth?

March 23, 2024 by thegreenparent in child

Making Space for Music Appreciation in Your Family Life

You don’t have to have musical abilities to participate in music with your child. Whether live music or listening to the radio, music is vital.

Paid-members March 23, 2024 by thegreenparent in unschooling

Is Unschooling Legal and Other Questions

Although many homeschoolers start off following a curriculum many turn to the unschooling philosophy. Also known as self-directed, child-led, interest-driven, and natural learning.