Parenting by the Stars - July:

Look at the Sun sign of your child below and see what may be happening for him or her during the month of July. There are also a few tips for mums as to what you might also be experiencing during the seventh month of the year…

Aries(20/3 – 20/4)

July brings a focus on home and family. Your Aries child may be more content to hang around at home, rather than wanting to get out this month. He or she may also be extra close to parents this month. The Full Moon on the 4^th July highlights your little Aries’ reputation or status in some way. A parent may also be in the limelight during this time. The New Moon on 19^th July brings new opportunities on the home front. If your Aries child is old enough, s/he may enjoy helping to redecorate his or her room. Mars, ruler of Aries has moved into the sign of Libra. Don’t be surprised if your Aries child starts to enjoy doing more things with others during this time.

Aries mums may find themselves a little frustrated with their ruler, Mars, slowing them down. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights your career and life direction, so let go of anything that doesn’t serve you in this area in order to make way for the new.  The New Moon on 19^th July brings new beginnings at home, so make plans now.

Taurus  (20/4 – 21/5)

July brings a focus on sibling relationships for your little Taurus. This is a time when he or she may feel closer to a brother or sister. If your little Taurus doesn’t have a sibling, this might be the time when they start asking for one! Communication will be important, so make sure you listen closely to your Taurean child. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights your baby Taurus’ belief systems. The New Moon on 19^th July brings opportunities out in the local community. This could be a good time to join a playgroup or just take your little Taurus to local areas.

Taurus mums may find that issues with neighbours crop up this month. It’s also a great time to connect with a sibling if you haven’t seen one for a while. The Full Moon may see you ending old thought patterns. You may also finally complete an area of study this month. Take the time out to enjoy a good book and surf the internet for areas of interest throughout July.

Gemini(21/5 – 20/6)

July is the month to boost your little Gemini’s self-esteem. His or her self-worth will be a highlight this month. Boost your Gemini child’s confidence with praise and by listening to him/her. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights areas that are off limits for your little Gemini, so keep a close eye on him or her around this time. The New Moon on 19^th July is a good time to introduce the concept of working for pocket money, if your little Gemini is old enough. Mercury, ruler of Gemini, goes retrograde on 15^th July, which may slow your Gemini down a little.

Gemini mums also need to work on their self-esteem this month. Do things to make yourself feel good in July. How you earn your money may also come up. Joint resources will be highlighted in some way under the Full Moon on 4^th July. New ways of earning money can be started under the New Moon on 19^th.

Cancer(20/6 – 22/7)

This is your little Cancer’s month to shine. Pay special attention to him or her during the month of July. Health and vitality should be at a premium this month. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights close relationships, so encourage social activities during this time. The New Moon brings a chance to start anything to do with the physical body, so it’s a great time to introduce a new sporting activity or encourage an old one. Starting solids, if old enough, is also in tune with the energy of this New Moon.

Cancer mums take centre stage this month as you celebrate your birthday. Enjoy your time in the limelight – you deserve it! Eat, drink and be merry (for tomorrow you may look after everyone else)! The Full Moon highlights a close relationship – it may bring an ending of a relationship or of certain issues in a relationship. It’s new beginnings all the way under the Cancer New Moon on 19^th July, so make the changes to your appearance that you want at this time.

Leo(22/7 – 23/8)

The month starts off quietly for your little Leo. He or she may prefer to spend some quiet time during the first three weeks of July. The Full Moon on the 4^th July highlights your Leo child’s health, so make sure s/he is rugged up warmly and gets enough sleep during this time. The New Moon on 19^th is a great time to introduce meditation to your little Leo. Taking time out to do some quiet, creative activities will be appreciated by your little Leo. The planet Mercury goes retrograde in the sign of Leo on 15^th July, so this may add to the need to withdraw or be a bit quieter.

July has the potential to be quite a spiritual month for Leo mums. Take the time out to meditate, spend some time alone at your favourite spot, go for a walk along the beach. Do anything that helps you to reconnect to yourself. By the end of the month, you will be back in party mode and ready to share your beautiful creative spirit with the world.

Virgo(23/8 – 23/9)

July starts off with the focus on friends for your little Virgo, so encourage socializing during the first two weeks of the month. The Full Moon on 4^th July brings a focus on self-expression and creativity. Encourage you little Virgo with practical, creative activities. When Mercury, ruler of Virgo, goes retrograde on 15^th July, your little Virgo may be a little quieter than usual. He or she may be more of a thinker than a talker for these few weeks. The New Moon on 19^th July is a great time to introduce your Virgo child to a new group. Encourage him or her to follow their dreams.

July is a great time for Virgo mums to follow their wishes, hopes and dreams. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights who you really are as a person, so take the opportunity to let the world see your true essence. Join a new group and make new friends in July.

Libra(23/9 – 23/10)

During July, parents will be very important to your little Libran. One parent in particular may be favoured during this month. Your little Libran’s reputation may also be highlighted in some way. The Full Moon on 4^th July will bring the focus onto home and family (and possibly the other parent). The planet Mars is currently in the sign of Libra, so your child’s energy and vitality may be higher than usual. There will be even more of an emphasis on doing things with others, with Mars placed in Libra. The New Moon on 19^th may bring new career opportunities for a parent.

Libran mums will be focused on their career for most of the month. Where are you headed? Are you happy with the direction of your life? If not, make the changes you seek under the New Moon on 19^th July. Enjoy the extra energy that Mars in Libra may bring to you.

Scorpio(23/10 – 22/11)

July brings a focus on your little Scorpio’s beliefs. Topics of a religious or spiritual nature may also arise during this time. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights sibling relationships for your Scorpio child. Communication and learning will also be important at this time. The New Moon on 19^th July is a great time to book a holiday and include your little Scorpio in the planning. It’s also a great time to introduce foreign cultures through stories, films and food. Mars, co-ruler of Scorpio, is currently in the sign of Libra, so your little Scorpio may be a little less active than usual.

Scorpio mums may dream of overseas travel this month. You may also look at starting a course you’ve always wanted to do. Communication is highlighted under the Full Moon on 4^th July, so be careful what you say.

Sagittarius(22/11 – 21/12)

July may be quite an intense month for your little Sagittarian. This energy may be something that your Sagittarian child isn’t used to, as they are normally very open, happy children. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights your little Sagittarian’s self worth, so make sure you boost his or her confidence with lots of praise and support. The New Moon on 19^th July is a good time to encourage sharing or anything that involves doing something with another child.

Sagittarian mums may find how they earn their money comes under scrutiny during the time of the Full Moon. This is a great time to review and put new practices in place. Joint assets are a focus for most of the month, as is the occult. If you’ve been thinking about getting a psychic reading, now is the time to do so.

Capricorn(21/12 – 21/1)

The month of July brings a strong focus on relationships for your little Capricorn. He or she may discover a best friend at this time. Alternatively, the best friend may be a major focus if there is already one in your little Capricorn’s life. The Full Moon in Capricorn on 4^th July puts your Capricorn directly in the spotlight. Encourage any bad habits to be left behind with this strong lunar energy. The New Moon on 19^th July again emphasises relationships, so encouraging social activities with a good friend will use this lunar energy wisely.

Capricorn mums will find that their marriage becomes a focus this month. Make sure you spend time with your partner to reconnect – that’s what this month is all about. The Full Moon on 4^th July is a time to release all old habits that no longer serve you.

Aquarius(21/1 – 19/2)

Daily routines will be important for your little Aquarian this month. Family pets are also highlighted. Vitality may be down a little this month, so watch your Aquarian child’s health. The Full Moon on 4^th July highlights quiet time for your little Aquarian. Encourage him or her to spend some time relaxing and reconnecting. Spending time in nature or listening to beautiful music are both helpful ways to help your Aquarian child do this. The New Moon on 19^th July is a good time to introduce looking after the family pet.

Aquarian mums may also feel a little run down this month. Make sure to look after yourself and take time out during the days of the Full Moon. The New Moon on 19^th July is a great time to buy a new pet. It’s also a good time to start a new routine regarding your health.

Pisces(19/2 – 20/3)

Your little Pisces may express him or herself through creative activities this month. Encourage him or her to paint, sing, draw, act – whatever is enjoyed the most. Having fun will be the main focus. The Full Moon on 4^th July shines a light on friendships, so encourage social activity for those days of this lunar phase. The New Moon on 19^th July is a great time to introduce a new fun activity to your Pisces child.

Pisces mums will find their creative side this month. If you don’t want to create yourself, try going to the theatre for your dose of creative energy. Do something fun for yourself. Remember to spend time with friends under the Full Moon, as there are good times to be had.

Kim is a professional astrologer who has a passion for helping mums understand their kids through astrology. She also has a special interest in helping new mums maintain their own identity and uniqueness through exploring their birth chart. Kim has a website with an online store where she has sourced many beautiful spiritual products for children – http://www.krysalisastrology.com.au. She also writes a children’s astrology blog – http://www.krysaliskids.com