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A life without child

The decision not to enter parenthood is rarely an easy one. Childless women, in particular, face the challenge of fitting into a society that expects them to become mothers. So how, within this context, can a woman make peace with her choice?

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Give your baby a loving birth

The way your baby is treated at birth will impact on whether they reach their full potential. Learn about making your birthing room warm, with low lights and soft voices.

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Is your baby wearing the right nappy?

Did you know that your child can be exposed to up to 48 different chemicals from disposable nappies and disposable wipes. Here are some top tips to help you decide which nappy to buy.

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To circumcise or not?

The complications associated with circumision are not as rare as parents are led to believe. One in every 200 cases end in side effects with one in 500 leading to serious complications.

Insane Drain on the Membrane: Alcohol and Adolescents

Flick the memory switch and try cast your mind back to the precise moment you were introduced to alcohol. Remember roughly how old you were? Chances are you weren’t quite the legal drinking age and you probably weren’t aware of the threats early introduction to alcohol posed to your mental and social health, just like […]

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The end of oil?

Oil is a non-renewable fuel source that we’re consuming at a rate of 82 million barrels (13 billion litres) every day. Experts predict that we are likely to run out of oil, so what are we to do when that happens?

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Slow it Down, Just a Little!

We have been too busy for too long! The Slow Living Movement reminds us that it’s time to ease up and regain a sense of peace and control in our lives.