An easy to follow guide, this book presents a highly readable manual of baby massage. It is designed with firsttime and experienced parents, grandparents, as well as health workers and therapists in mind. A baby or child receiving regular massage will benefit from: Relief from colic, colds, coughs, irritability, sleeplessness and more. Strengthening of the immune system and improving the circulation of blood. Enhancing co-ordination and flexibility. Regular massage has been shown to ease post-natal depression, increase confidence within the family and deepen love and communication between massage provider and child. A clear, concise guide with beautiful photographs throughout.

As Wicca continues to expand and grow around the world, more and more Wiccan families are looking for specific advice about raising their children in the faith. Raising Witches is the first book to give parents the means to teach Wicca in a more formal fashion than just "chatting with the kids" around the kitchen table. Featuring a Wiccan curriculum for each of the five age groups, Raising Witches offers a variety of sample lessons and both a structure and a prototype for readers who want to develop "Sun Day School" or "Moon School" classes. There's also the material you would expect—Raising Witches includes charms, spells, songs, and guided meditations in addition to practical ideas for educational activities. It includes a glossary and a recommended reading list as well.

The classic book on home birth is now available in its latest fourth edition, with updated information on the safety of natural childbirth, new birthing stories, and the most recent statistics on births managed by The Farm Midwives. Included are stories of working with Amish women, showing a different culture with a similar appreciation for natural childbirth. Photographs and illustrations.