Welcome to June, a month of snuggling under the quilt as Winter sets in!

In Your June newsletter:

• On Sale - This Month's Special
• How do I know when my baby is ready for solid food?
• Bonus Reward Points– Did you sign up at the Sydney Baby Expo?
• Nappy Tip of the Month
• Events Coming Up

On Sale: This months special: Certified Organic Baby Food

200g Babynat Meal Jars Making your own food for your baby is always the healthiest option for your child. But with a busy lifestyle, we all need a helping hand occasionally. Babynat Certified Organic larger 200g meal jars are 'whole meals' for babies usually aged from 6-8 months onwards. They actually taste great being 100% organic vegetables, cereals and meats. You will not find added sugar, water or fillers in these jars which are Gluten free and definitely GE free. Store the jars after use to pack with your own nutritious meals. (or they make great paint jars for toddlers!) Try some new tastes like Vegetables and Cod. Normally $3.95. This month $3.55

130g Babynat Jars Or, for babies just starting with their first taste tests, or who just prefer smaller meals, the organic fruit and vegetables in these 130g babynat jars is steam cooked to retain as many vitamins and minerals as possible. 100% fruit. 100% Vegetables. Definitely no added sugar, water or fillers. Gluten free and GE free. I continually hear that babynat jar food actually tastes like real food with the real flavour! Normally $2.95. This month $2.55

How do I know my baby is ready for solid food?

Babies will tell you when they are ready! Signs such as reaching for food out of your hands, staring at you while you eat and licking their lips are typical of the first communication your baby will give you. Some babies will start doing this at 4months, more likely around 6 months and others showing no interest at all until 10 months or even one year. There is nothing to worry about as long as your baby  looks healthy, is a healthy weight and seems happy. I know because my babies didn’t start eating solids until they were one. Our Naturopath advises that the longer you wait for solid food the better ( unless your baby is hankering for it!). Their digestive systems are tiny and some babies naturally start later. Their first meal will likely be no larger than a teaspoon, this is also normal. If you have any concerns about food and what to give your baby, email our on-line naturopath. Click Here

It was great to meet many of you in person recently at the Sydney Baby Expo! As usual, there was a great lot of interest in our nappies. We help dispel the myth that there are only two types of nappies, terry towelling squares or disposable nappies. Nature's Child offers you the conventience of fitted cloth nappies or flushable disposables. If you signed up for FREE REWARD POINTS, you can find them waiting for you now on-line. When you visit www.natureschild.com.au, simply go to the homepage and enter your name and password ( this was emailed to you last week), a message telling you how many rewards you have will appear instantly. The next step is to start shopping. If you have not shopped on-line before, our website will prompt you where to click next. When you get to the on-line check out, you will be asked how many of your reward points you wish to us. Simply enter the amount and watch your final payment be reduced instantly! You collect more reward points every time you shop on-line at www.natureschild.com.au

Nappy Tip of The Month

1. Organising an efficient Nappy Change Area
A safe nappy change area is one where the baby is comfortable. Your back support is also a major factor - have your change table at the appropriate height for you so it is user-friendly. Read more...  

2. The current issue highlights my article on choosing a nappy for your baby. You can purchase Informed Choice at our on-line store. Just click on http://www.natureschild.com.au/shopping/wholistic_magazines/26/1

World Environment Day June 5

World Environment Day, commemorated each year on 5 June is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action.The World Environment Day theme selected for 2004 is Wanted! Seas and Oceans – Dead or Alive? The theme asks that we make a choice as to how we want to treat the Earth’s seas and oceans. It also calls on each and every one of us to act. Do we want to keep seas and oceans healthy and alive or polluted. If you want to know more about world environment day and wish to take some action in your own lives to help our environment, take a look at http://www.unep.org/wed/2004/ or check out what local events are happening in your area all this week.

As well as shopping at Nature's Child where the environment is the motivation for our existence. Here is one simple action you may wish to take today ...

Hemp is a crop that is yet to be legalised for Production in Australia. This crop alone would instantly reduce our chemical and water usage on Australian Farms. And...you can make almost ANYTHING from hemp including Hemp Plastic, Hemp Foods and Hemp Fabrics. You can support Hemp Foods Australia's mission to bring hemp foods to Australia and New Zealand is totally underway. Much lobbying to State and Federal Ministers and related organisations is underway to support n ew legislation in Australia that will allow Nutritional hemp foods will soon be part of the Australasian menu. You can sign their on-line petition at www.hempfoods.com.au

Byron Pregnancy Retreat
Women's Group Retreat:
June 18 – 20
$995 inclusive

Byron Pregnancy Retreats have flexible programs to suit every woman's budget and time of pregnancy.  Email us about 1 day pregnancy pamper and personalised programs available all year round to suit your dates and your budget.

Did you see last  week’s Who Weekly magazine. It's the one with Paris Hilton and Nicole Ritchie on the cover. On page 76. There is a fabulous 3/4 page story and photos on the Byron Pregnancy Retreat.

Birthrites documentary will be screened during NAIDOC week on Thursday  8th July
at 8:30pm SBS television. It will inspire and grieve anyone interested in birth, particularly with respect to Australia's indigenous peoples.

BRISBANE PARENTS, BABIES AND CHILDREN’S EXPO
23-25 July 2004
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Bank
Nature’s Child will be exhibiting at the PARENTS BABIES & CHILDRENS EXPO – a great opportunity to discover what's best for you, your pregnancy, baby and child. It is a great chance to meet us in person and see some of our products that you have always wondered about. The expo is a treasure trove of the latest information, products and services. With tips and advice from support groups and experts, plus hands-on displays and demonstrations. You can see, ask, try and buy in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. The Expo also provides heaps of free entertainment for the kids. Feeding and changing needs are also taken care of at the Expo.  Dads and Grand-Parents especially welcome! We will have a limited number of free tickets available for our Brisbane customers, contact us in advance if you would like one!

Your Feedback is always welcome
If you have any QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL JANNINE ON 1300 555 632 or jannine@natureschild.com.au


Jannine Barron
Owner
Nature's Child
Earth-Friendly Products for pregnancy, babies and children

shop > unit 2 102-104 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate

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. . .   every time you purchase an organic, earth-friendly product for your home, you are sending a message to manufacturers that there is a demand for environmentally friendly ways of producing! This effects our community at every level and contributes to a sustainable future for our kids.