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New Life Journal, Dec, 2003 by Erin Everett

Usually, "women's issues" are considered uncomofortable, unpleasant things not meant for public conversation, and definitely not fun or interesting. This is true for some subjects, but how about celebrating women in all our glory? In this issue, midwife Jan Verhaeghe tells us about the glory of the birth experience and how it can and should be a valuable rite of passage for women. Tovia Safford shares the wisdom of traditional India, where after giving birth, women are cared for and strengthened by their family and other caregivers until they recover fully, benefitting both baby and new mother immensely. Our interview with Dr. John Kennell, pioneer in the field of perinatal care, helps us recognize the true value of birth attendants. And Lisa Sarasohn, "the Belly Queen," gives us a new perspective on this sacred time of year and its tie to the magic of women.

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We join Pam Halley and Susan Rose in celebrating the cycles of life that belong to women alone, and Pamela Chubbock takes us on a fun rocket-ride through romance and relationship. Emily Ray shares a great "inner beauty" tip: the lovely glow that comes from volunteering your time to charity during the holiday season. We also have a special treat: two poems from Glenis Redmond celebrating the women in her life. Reading them will touch your heart with joy and sympathy.

While you're reading this issue during this wintry season, keep warm and be blessed with celebration of yourself and the women in your life. From all the women here at New Life Journal (and Stephen, too!), we wish you the very best this solstice and holiday season!

Best and brightest wishes,

Erin Everett New Life Journal Editor

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New Life Journal, Dec, 2003 by Erin Everett

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