28/04/2009

Synopsis

With Jane Garvey.

Jane is joined by The Times columnist Camilla Cavendish and joint chair of the Association of Lawyers for Children Caroline Little to examine changes to the family courts. In an attempt to create a more open, transparent and accountable system, the family courts have just been opened up to the media. But far from being open, some campaigners have argued there is very little change - judges will still have wide powers to restrict reporting and media access. On the other hand, some child solicitors say even these limited measures will pose a risk to vulnerable children.

Any parent knows how mealtimes can become a battleground from a very early age, even from the start of the weaning process. Advocates of 'baby-led weaning' claim that if you let your baby chose what to eat from a family's normal meals and allow them to feed themselves from the outset, you take the stress out of feeding. So does it really work and, if it is so straightforward, why don't more parents adopt this approach over the puree and spoon? Jane discusses the pros and cons of baby-led weaning with one of the authors of Baby-Led Weaning, Tracey Murkett, and paediatric dietitian and member of the British Dietetic Association Judy More.

Jane also visits Arsenal's Emirates Stadium in north London with three die-hard female football fans. The oldest, 92 year-old Dolly, saw her first-ever game in 2006 and is now hooked. The others saw their first games nearly 40 years ago and have been going religiously ever since. They tell Jane why the beautiful game has brought them so much joy over the years and what it is that keeps them going back.

And all you need is a sturdy bucket to join in with the BBC campaign to get more people to grow their own vegetables. Last week, Jane was introduced to the fascinating world of the lettuce; this week, it's carrots. Gardeners' World's Alys Fowler joins Jane with some tips.