Why millennial parents are turning to Gina Ford

Plus: How the suit became a spring style staple

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View in browser  |  Unsubscribe Tuesday April 2 2024   Lifestyle       It is now a quarter of a century since Gina Ford’s The Contented Little Baby Book was first published in 1999. After selling over a million copies worldwide, the book’s strict approach continues to divide parents on the topic of child-rearing to this day. For some, Ford is a childcare genius whose teachings have transformed the lives (and sleep routines) of countless families. To others, the methods she advocates are nothing less than pernicious. Find out more about the enigmatic author in Arabella Byrne’s deep-dive into the weird, wonderful world of Gina Ford. Elsewhere, we consider the rise to prominence of the playful women’s suit, which is no longer strictly for the office. Have a lovely afternoon, James, Lifestyle team     Why millennial parents are turning to the super-strict regime of Gina Ford Lots of people want to tell us mothers what to do – but none with the absolutism of Gina Ford, says Arabella Byrne the full story     One whole year. Just £39. Stay expertly informed and advised as the future unfolds. Unlock unlimited access to telegraph.co.uk with a Digital Subscription, plus the latest news updates and the daily digital newspaper in our app. subscribe now     The new playful suits that aren’t just for the office Polished and versatile, a new suit could become the most wearable player in your spring wardrobe get the look     I’ve tried almost every cure for thinning hair — this is what worked Forty per cent of midlife women experience hair loss thanks to hormonal shifts – here’s how I dealt with mine read on     How to improve biodiversity in your garden, whatever its size How to help to halt the loss of bird, insect and wildlife species, whether you have a large garden, a courtyard or simply a window box learn more     What a Saudi-run Heathrow will mean for passengers Expect new technology, more flights to Riyadh, extra buses – but no third runway, explains our aviation expert discover more     Would someone you know enjoy this newsletter? Click the button below to invite a friend to sign up to The Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter send invitation     Other newsletters you may like... The Live to 100 Exercise Plan A four-week newsletter series to help you live longer through exercise. Sign up Travel Destination guides, advice and latest news. Sign up Cookbook A feast of ideas from our recipe site. Sign up     Get in touch Are you enjoying the Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter? Please email us your thoughts and feedback at lifestylenewsletter@telegraph.co.uk. If you require technical support for Telegraph newsletters, please contact newslettersupport@telegraph.co.uk or visit our newsletters help page. For assistance with your subscription, please visit our help page. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here.   We have sent you this email because you have either asked us to or because we think it will interest you.   Update your preferences   For any other questions, please visit our help page here.   Any offers included in this email come with their own Terms and Conditions, which you can see by clicking on the offer link. We may withdraw offers without notice.   Telegraph Media Group Limited or its group companies - 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0DT. Registered in England under No 451593.