The Natural Parent Magazine

Pregnancy is a time of deep transformation and connection. Bonding with your baby starts in the womb through touch and voice. You might choose midwifery care, plan for a home birth or hospital care, or research gentle birthing methods to welcome your child in a peaceful, loving environment. From skin-to-skin contact, navigating breastfeeding and responding to your newborn's needs, natural parenting will encourage your child's innate love of learning while prioritising their emotional and physical wellbeing. Our latest issue is packed to the brim with inspiration, tips, advice and real-life experiences to guide you on your journey through pregnancy, birth and motherhood. We feature Helen Bartrom's latest 'positive birth story', where we hear about Eliza's journey through gestational diabetes and how she was able to avoid an induction, successfully delivering her daughter by waterbirth. Dr. Laura Markham shares why learning to handle boredom is good for children. She states that "our society is raising a whole generation of children who are addicted to screens". She has some great, practical advice for parents on how to respond when their children tell them they are bored. Tracy Gillett addresses the disconnect between medical advice and biological infant sleep needs. She empowers mothers to trust their instincts in the face of pressure to sleep train. "This isn't just about sleep. This is about trust. Trust in ourselves as parents". Danielle Facey writes about the miracle of breast milk, describing it as "a miracle of nature, uniquely designed by your body to nurture, protect and heal-at every stage of life". Wishing you joy, good health and happiness on your parenting journey. Love from the TNP Team xxx