The Industrialization of Farming and Childbirth by Michel Odent Dr Odent, the well-known obstetrician who has tirelessly campaigned for more natural birthing practices and techniques, points out the striking similarities between the industrialization of farming and birthing, which developed side by side in the last century.

Exercise and Diet to Cope with Menopause Naturally by Monique N. Gilbert PhD Health advocate and personal trainer/fitness counsellor Monique Gilbert reminds us that the menopause is not a disease and is a natural part of a woman’s reproductive life cycle. Its unpleasant symptoms can be managed with exercise and diet.

The Changing Face of Beauty Therapy by Bharti Vyas The author , a vice president of the Federation of Holistic Therapists, who has trained in and incorporates into her practice a wide range of complementary therapies, is striving to change the profile of beauty therapy, both through her own salons and beauty school, and her media work.

Nutritional and Environmental Approaches to Infertility by Jaqueline Johnson As a practitioner with a special interest in pre-conceptual care, I know that, given the right information, infertile men and women, or couples who experience birth defect, stillbirth or miscarriage, would want to take any step to avoid these tragic problems.

Endometriosis: A Nutritional Approach by Judith Price In endometriosis, the endometrial tissue is found where it should not be, outside the uterus, where it still responds to hormonal instructions, bleeding into areas where there is no escape for the blood. Adhesions may form, binding tissues and organs together. Nutrition can alleviate this painful condition.

Treatment Approaches to Premenstrual Syndrome by Jo George Many doctors do not believe there is such condition as PMS and, consequently, fail to recognize and treat it.

Miscarriage A Life and Death Experience by Mary Nondé Today, five out of six women miscarry – an alarming statistic which is worth taking seriously. I would like to share my recent, personal experience in order to give support to others and fresh ways of working through this challenging time.

Parenting through peer support By Walter Barker, Ph.D. One of society’s most valuable resources are parents, not only parents of young children but older, more experienced parents. Throughout the ages communities have made good use of these resources.

Photic Stimulation by David Noton, Ph.D. Fifteen minutes a day of home treatment with flickering light has been shown to be remarkably effective for PMS, migrane, and a variety of other stubborn disorders.

Hydrotherapy for a comfortable birth by Stewart Mitchell The body’s physiological response to water makes hydrotherapy the perfect accompaniment to all stages of pregnancy – in preparing the circulatory, neurological and musculo-skeletal systems during the phases of labour, and most importantly, immediately after delivery of the baby.

Endometriosis – An Urgent Priority by Sandra Goodman, Ph.D. Why isn't endometriosis featured in headline news articles? This blighter of women's lives is not some obscure or insignificant condition – far from it. . .

Massage Techniques for Childbirth by Linda Kimber  The 1970s were a time of increased technological intervention in maternity care, with induction of labour, epidural anaesthesia and operative delivery becoming commonplace.¹

See interview with Leslie Kenton

See also Shiatsu and Massage in Pregnancy and Childbirth

Aromatherapeutic Management of the Menopause by Dr Vivian Nadia Lunny When undertaking the aromathera- peutic treatment of menopause, of a client who does not wish to go on H.R.T. I have found that with the appropriate dietary advice and aromatherapy, she can go through the menopausal years without severe discomfort.

How to use Natural Progesterone by Dr John Lee, M.D. First, we must be clear about what is meant by ‘natural progesterone’. There are, of course, a large number of plants containing progesterone-like compounds just as a large number of plants contain oestrogen-like compounds.

A Working Mother's Experience of Extended Breastfeeding by Kathleen Finch When I discovered that I was unexpectedly expecting, I decided that I would give breastfeeding a try. My late mother bottle-fed all three of her children, so I had no idea whether or not I would be 'able' to do so.

Holistic Approach to Infertility by Talha Sawaf, Yehudi Gordon & Marilyn Glenville The inability to conceive challenges the couple's emotional and physical health. To overcome their problem they will need to take into consideration the many facets of their fertility problem and address their relationship and their needs.

Holistic Pregnancy and Birth by Debra Norton Giving birth changes a woman’s life forever. The power of birth challenges every aspect of a woman’s being – her physical strength, her emotional integrity, her spiritual interpretation of life. Holistic birth care prepares a woman for birth in mind, body and spirit.

Menopause the Natural Way by Celia Wright There are few women who would turn down the chance to look and feel younger if a magic pill were offered. But is HRT really such an elixir, or could it actually shorten life?

The Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding by Mary Nondé While some medical opinion suggests the optimum time to introduce solids is between four and six months, there is no reason why you can't breastfeed exclusively for much longer than this – and keep going long after solids have been introduced

The Menopause: Metamorphosis Begins in the Womb by Dr David Smallbone The cessation of monthly periods, in women, is a natural event and, as such, should occur naturally, without fuss or problem at the appointed time.

The Menopause Symposium presented by Positive Health magazine at the Imperial College, London in April 1998. Key speakers from the USA and the UK included Dr John Lee and Leslie Kenton. This is the full transcript.