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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.

Child playing with colourful tangram pieces and pattern cards

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

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

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October 18, 2025 by thegreenparent in babies

What if the parenting manual we all want - is waiting inside of us?

Words: Sarah Vermeire

October 17, 2025 by thegreenparent in motherhood

Becoming Real

Maria Rogers embraces authenticity and imperfection on her journey into parenthood

Members August 21, 2025 by katehodges in What's On

Fifteen Fun and Cheap Things To Do With Your Family in September

September days are where the heat of summer meets the cool of autumn. Head out to forage a bumper crop of wild fruit and nuts, make a leafy Green Man for Mabon, transition to school with silly jokes and delicious packed lunches, and find joy in watching the pennies at the Festival of Thrift!