Welcome to the second edition of Kindred Monthly.

The July edition features new articles on fertility, family, "green" kids and colic along with a link to a new Pam Leo interview podcast. We also preview some exciting events coming up in July and August - read about them here and see our website for a full listing. We also revisit the topic of vaccinations in Kindred News along with interesting articles on asthma and eczema. And be sure to scroll down to take advantage of the Future of Food DVD offer and a special Kindred magazine subscription competition.

Thanks to all of you who have contacted us since the first newsletter with positive feedback, ideas, submissions of articles and events information. We love hearing from you.

Kali Wendorf
editor



Special Features

Creation of  Family, not a Lifestyle
By Angie Retallack

Three years ago when my son was born I thought I had finally been accepted into the club- the mothers' club. After 3 long years of trying, a miscarriage, Chinese herbs  fertility stones and an eventual successful IVF cycle I was to finally be one of the 'smug mothers.' I thought I had made it but boy was I wrong....more


The Lessons of Colic
By Raphaela Angelou

We had waited a decade for our beloved daughter. I  guess  I  had  a  romantic  view  of  motherhood. I  thought  that  because  our  child  was  so  wanted, I  would  be  able  to  comfort  her  in  an  instant and  soothe  her  to  sleep.  I hadn't heard about colic at all...more


Little Greenies
By Katinka Moran

While environmental issues were on the radar screen when I was at school from the late 70s through to 1990, the issues were not as ominous a concern as they are today.  The environment was still viewed by most as a backdrop to life, not an issue that threatened life itself...more


Pam Leo Podcast
Listen to Pam Leo's interview on Connection Parenting with David Steele of the Relationship Coaching Institute...more







Events & Workhops

Robin Grille

On the 7th August at 7pm, Kinma School will be hosting a public talk by Robin Grille, Northern Beaches Psychologist and Author of the internationally acclaimed book, Parenting For a Peaceful World.

The talk entitled 'Connecting with your Toddler and Young Child; Setting Strong Boundaries without Punishment' will cover topics such as: Emotional authenticity – the key to effective and assertive parenting, The ingredients of a eep connection with your child...more



Hot Milk

The Australian Breastfeeding Association invites all parents, health care workers and other interested community members to take part in the first national conference on breastfeeding for both professional and peer support workers. Hot Milk addresses modern barriers to successful breastfeeding and presents the latest in research and clinical practice, empowering parents and professionals to prevent and overcome challenges...more


Byron Bay Writers Festival 2007

Kindred editor, Kali Wendorf will be appearing at the Byron Bay Writers Festival 2007. The main Festival program runs from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 July and includes panel discussions, conversations, book launches, kids' events, theatre, film screenings and comedy. For full program and ticket information, go to the website Byron Bay Writers Festival.

Kindred magazine is a proud sponsor of the Byron Bay Writers Festival.



For more events and workshops visit our Calendar of Events page...more


Shop Kindred

The Future of Food DVD Special Offer

There is a revolution happening in the farm fields and on the dinner tables of the world in a revolution that is transforming the very nature of the food we eat...more

Purchase Future of Food before the end of July and receive free postage and handling* To take advantage of this offer please contact the Kindred office on (02) 6684 4353.

*within Australia only

Competition

Subscribe to Kindred magazine for two years and go into the draw to win a copy of Little Star CD by Ben Mackenzie.

'The music on Little Star was created for pre-school aged children through to 9 year olds. This compilation of songs and stories, will meet the different moods of the child on his/her journey from morning to bedtime. It is designed to fully engage the child, not just as a source of entertainment, but to initiate learning and creativity through listening, talking, playing, imagining and singing.'

To subscribe go to our website or call our offices on (02) 6684 4353. Competition closes on the 31st of July.


Kindred magazine

The June - August issue of Kindred is out now!

Issue 22 - what's inside:

MASKquerade - the ugly truths behind the beauty industry.

From Control to Connection - an unschooling journey.

A Call From The Wild - why today's children need nature.

Bush Tucker - for kids.

Weapons of Mass Induction - how television affects your life.

Food - the ethics of what we eat.

A Father is Born - a child gives birth to the man.

...and much more.



Kindred is available by subscription, from Borders bookstores, quality newsagents and now in the US from selected Barnes & Noble stores.


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We are now accepting submissions for advertising in Kindred Monthly. For more information, please contact our offices on (02) 6684 4353 or send us an email. For advertising guidelines, please see our website.


Kindred News

Babies Who Bathe Too Much

Splashing happily in the bath and covered from head to toe in bubbles, your baby looks a picture of contentment. But experts have warned that bathing infants every day may lead to painful skin conditions including eczema. It appears that parents are ignoring advice to limit baths to two or three a week as growing numbers are more concerned with keeping their children clean and germ-free...more


Katie Wright: Her Family's Struggle With Vaccinations & Autism

A year after their grandson Christian received a diagnosis of autism in 2004, Bob Wright, then chairman of NBC/Universal, and his wife, Suzanne, founded Autism Speaks, a charity dedicated to curing the neurological disorder. Christian's mother Katie recently recorded an interview with David Kirby, author of the book, Evidence of Harm: Mercury in Vaccines and the Autism Epidemic. If you are a parent, grandparent, or simply someone concerned about the welfare of our children and future generations, this is an interview you will want to watch and tell others about...more


Chlorine & Asthma

Swimming in chlorinated pools may increase a child's risk of developing asthma, an alarming new study has revealed. Despite traditional advice that swimming is beneficial for young asthmatics, researchers believe that high exposure to indoor chlorinated pools early in life may actually cause the respiratory disease...more

Kindred Recommended Websites

Primal Parenting Magazine
Promoting Holistic Parenting and a Healthy, Natural Lifestyle.


Parenting Express
A site for creative people who write about raising children.


A Guide to Informed Consent
'Not So Miraculous - telling the truth about Gardasil' by Dr Moira Dolan.


For all recommended websites on topics from Attachment Parenting through to Vaccination, please go to our website.

Poetry


for the divine, powerful and unique pregnant woman

No one will give birth quite like you will,
yet thousands of women across our planet
will be sharing in your experience of giving birth. 
Millions of women have given birth before,
and millions more will follow. 
Your time is now.

Birth is potentially the most empowering experience
a woman can have, and is comparable,
yet kicks ass over climbing Mount Everest.
Never doubt: you have all the inner resources you will need
and more to birth your baby as you imagine:
with grace, courage, humour and surrender. 

You are going to meet your little one
sooner than you think.

Step by step, opening by opening
using your body wisdom
you will guide your baby down
through the birth passage
before she or he comes wriggling
joy and happiness into your exhilarated arms.

The light at the end of the tunnel:
Your incredible, perfect baby
belonging to a beautiful and accomplished mother.

If you encounter fear during this transformative journey,
remember to listen to the little angel
perched like a dove
on the bare skin of your shoulder
saying, “You are doing so well, and you are nearly there.”

With love,
Marissa Treichel - mother of Pearl (5 months old). 

Marissa laboured mostly at home, starting at dusk, and gave birth by dawn at the Mullumbimby Birthing Centre in the birthing pool.
 

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