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Winning entries in our annual writing competition

33 posts from writing competition

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Paid-members May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in babies

Why I Chose to Raise a Nappy-Free Baby

If you’d like to try raising your baby nappy-free, here are my top five tips to make elimination communication a rewarding experience.

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Paid-members May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in natural birth

What is a Man's Role in Labour?

Oxytocin, the accelerator of labour, is the love hormone. Released in sex and in labour, it flows when we feel secure, safe, unobserved, and loved.

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Paid-members May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in alternative education

I’m a Teacher, but my Children Won’t be Going to School!

I want my sons to be able to climb, run, move and play as much as they need to rather than be forced to sit still and write before they are developmentally able to.

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May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in writing competition

5 Steps Towards More Intentional Living with Kids

Unfortunately the hard work to a more ethical family life had to start with me! I’ve had to make uncomfortable changes.

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May 2, 2024 by thegreenparent in natural birth

How the Birth of my Son Awakened the Doula in Me

I work with women to remind them of their innate power and wisdom. I remind them that all they need to birth their baby is already within them. They just need to surrender and listen.