Child care and upbringing: advice for parents Books

Book Synopsis''We are all equally fascinating, equally valuable, equally capable of altruism, equally able to change the world for the better. That''s feminism, isn''t it? And it''s what every parent wants for their kids . . . every parent that''s not a d*ck, that is.''Growing up in the ''70s, neither Allison Vale nor Victoria Ralfs reckoned they needed feminism. But years of settling for the smallest chops at the dinner table, getting battered in British Bulldog, and negotiating the flasher down the lane, left them feeling uneasy: had feminism been the missing link?In How to Raise a Feminist, they join forces as mothers, educators, story-tellers and women, to tell the riotous story of how they came to put feminism at the core of their parenting.Real feminism is: NOT angry or man-hating common sense the way to raise happily flawed, robust sons and daughtersReal parenting is:. mostly without a script. o

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Book SynopsisThe classic In-Sync Activity Cards are now in a book. Winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award, these great cards are divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced activities. Each activity tells you why and how it works, what you need for it, and ways to make it more challenging. It also tells you what to look for, to make sure your child is getting the most out of the activity. These two experienced authors have over seventy combined years of teaching experience, and have learned the best ways to help children learn and grow using their motor development skills. Now parents can tap that experience and genius, using these handy cards, to help their kids grow, learn, and develop to the best of their abilities!Table of Contents About The In-Sync Activity Cards Book. Movement Gets Us in Sync! Get In Sync – in Seconds! Helpful Hints BEGINNER ACTIVITIES: Body Baton Car Wash Clap Your Feet Copy Cat Floppy Noodle Hold Up the Wall Hoopscotch Hoopy Day Jumpland Levitation Look and Be Me and My Shadow Move on Up Over and Under Paint the Town Paper Clips Pass the Salt Repeat My Beat Scurry Scavenger Hunt Treasure Trove INTERMEDIATE ACTIVITIES: Cheery Cheerleader Come Here, Thumb Creepinator Fun 52 Pickup Jokers Are Wild Jump Up KP Duty Listen and Draw More Core Napkin Origami Paper Balls People Obstacle Course Shape Stretch Snaky Sound Stretch Stop It! Stop It, Cup! Where Am I? Zop and Hop ADVANCED ACTIVITIES: Crossroads Jump `n Spell Plate on Shoe, Do, Do Rise and Shine Rocking Boat Semaphore Scissor Limbs Size Wise Slippy Slidey Turnstile Wall Ball About the Authors

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Book SynopsisTurning conventional thinking about gender differences on its head, Lise Eliot issues a call to close the troubling gaps between boys and girls and help all children reach their fullest potential. Drawing on years of exhaustive research and her own work in the field of neuroplasticity, Eliot argues that infant brains are so malleable that small differences at birth become amplified over time as parents, teachers, and the culture at large unwittingly reinforce gender stereotypes. Indicating points of intervention where social pressures can be minimised, she offers concrete solutions for helping everyone grow into wellrounded individuals.Trade Review“A refreshingly reasonable and reassuring look at recent alarming studies about sex differences in determining the behavior of children … Eliot's work demonstrates a remarkable clarity of purpose.” * Publishers Weekly *“This is an important book and highly recommended for parents, teachers, and anyone who works with children.” * Library Journal *"Read her masterful book and you'll never view the sex-differences debate the same way again." * Newsweek *"This meticulous book should challenge everyone's assumption about the role of sex and gender." Sue Blackmore * BBC Focus *“Gender is strongly affected by environment and stereotyping after all, [Eliot] maintains in this absorbing book.” * The Bookseller *"A passionate plea for all of us to look beyond the confines of the pink/blue tyranny of childhood... To use the latest brain science to maximise outcomes for both genders, to the greater glorification of both." * Culture (supplement to the Sunday Times) *"Read her masterful book and you'll never view the sex-differences debate the same way again." * Newsweek *“A refreshingly reasonable and reassuring look at recent alarming studies about sex differences in determining the behavior of children … Eliot's work demonstrates a remarkable clarity of purpose.” * Publishers Weekly *“This is an important book and highly recommended for parents, teachers, and anyone who works with children.” * Library Journal *"[a] sharp, information-packed, and worderfully readable book" * Mother Jones *10 out of 10 review: "it is difficult to see how Pink Brain, Blue Brain can become anything other than the definitive text on sex differences." * The Times Higher Educational Supplement *"She tells her story authoritatively but modestly, with frequent references to her experience as a mother, and illuminates a very accessible pathway through the science." Marek Kohn * The Independent *"She tells her story authoritatively but modestly, with frequent references to her experience as a mother, and illuminates a very accessible pathway through the science." Marek Kohn * The Independent *10 out of 10 review: "it is difficult to see how Pink Brain, Blue Brain can become anything other than the definitive text on sex differences." * The Times Higher Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisPraise for the first edition:'An approachable and practical edition that will be welcomed by parents and carers alike. I know how hard it can be to find "How to" resources for parents. Well here is a gem.'- Children, Young People and FamiliesParents of young children newly diagnosed as on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements.Each chapter covers a collection of ideas around a theme, including music, art, physical activities, playing outdoors, puzzles, turn-taking and using existing toys to create play sequences. There are also chapters on introducing reading and making the most of television. This updated second edition contains an extensive chapter on how to use the computer, the internet and the digital camera to find and make resources and activities, and suggests many suitable websites to help parents through the internet maze. The ideas are useful both for toddlers and primary age children who are still struggling with play.Trade ReviewThe book is well-organised and easy to navigate... The book is very practical and parents and others can dip in and out of the book selecting chapters most appropriate to their needs... materials recommended are easy to make, and/or are inexpensive to buy and there is also a list of useful web resources. Many parents of children with ASD will find this book useful as they look for ways to engage and interact with their child... Educational psychologists can confidently recommend t to parents of young children with ASD and staff who work in early years services. -- DebateThis is a practical resource of play ideas for parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder... Comprehensive book of play ideas... The range of ideas is underpinned by a healthy balance of research-based interventions and therapies, thus presenting an eclectic approach to play. As a consequence, both the relevance and effectiveness of these ideas are likely to stand the test of time... It would be hard to imagine any reader failing to find some positive information from among the many ideas presented... While primarily directed at parents and carers, the relevance of this book applies equally to a much broader readership Indeed, this book would by a valuable addition to the bookshelf of any early years practitioner, play worker, teacher or teaching assistant within the primary phase of education. -- Nasen SpecialParents of young children newly diagnosed on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. This book is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements. -- Asperger East Anglia NewsletterIt's a good read, a good book and an excellent resource for parents, carers and professionals who wish to engage the often disengaged and the disempowered. -- Professional Social WorkMoor, a sensory art and communications tutor, offers this guide to parents of autistic children on how to create and manage playtimes effectively. The author provides a wealth of ideas that will appeal to the autistic child, including puzzles, music, art and even role-playing. This guide, which is now in its second edition, has been expanded to include new ideas on how to engage an autistic child with technologies such as the Internet and digital cameras. -- Booknews.comThis book should be on the shelf of every parent or carer of a toddler or primary aged child with an autistic spectrum diagnosis. -- Sen MagazineThis book is a helpful resource for parents and carers of newly diagnosed young people on the autistic spectrum. The author is a parent of a child with autism and has 13 years of first- hand experience of working with people with learning difficulties. This creates a very personal and factual resource, and gives the reader confidence in the book's information. -- Children & Young People NowJulia Moor's updated version of this book is an excellent resource for parents and carers, with the potential to be of use to nursery and primary school staff. Primarily written for parents and carers, it is an easy to read, practical collection of resources that can be used to facilitate play activities with a child who has autism, in a way that is rewarding for both parents and the child. Highly recommended. -- Afasic NewsPlaying, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum is more than just a book about how to play with such a child: it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, gain a child's attention, and build on play-oriented achievements for broader impact. Any parent with an autistic child will find a winning guide, as will educators working with special education kids. -- The Midwest Book ReviewThis book is for parents of young children diagnosed as on the autism spectrum. Beyond being a collection of play ideas, this book shows how to break down activitiies into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements. -- BILDParents of young children newly diagnosed as on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Austism Spectrum is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievement. -- SEN The Journal for Special NeedsMoor's book is well stocked throughout with simple and easy to use ideas and strategies. She includes specific activities and play-scenarios, and, where possible, suggests how these ideas might be modified or expanded. Her writing style is easy to read and the chapters are well structures, perfectly suited for her desired audience of parents and caregivers. -- Journal of Autism and Developmental DisordersTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Why is Playing So Important? 2. Early Playing Skills: Gaining Attention and Sharing Space. 3. Structured Play. 4. Your Computer as a Valuable Resource. 5. Toys, Toys, Toys. 6. Table-top Games and Puzzles. 7. Music. 8. Turn-taking in Play. 9. Physical games and activities. 10. Outdoor play. 11. Water play. 12. Television potential. 13. Being Creative - Art and Craft. 14. Creating Imaginative Play Sequences. 15. Introducing Books and Reading. 16. Problems, Frustrations, Tantrums - Making Play Enjoyable. Bibliography. Therapeutic Options/Organisations. Recommended Reading. Websites for Articles Written by Adults With Autism. Toys and Suppliers. Picture Prompts to Copy and Use. Index.

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Book SynopsisWarm, wise and deeply reassuring, I love The Sleep Mums!' Sarah Turner, The Unmumsy MumIt's 2am but your baby thinks it's party time; their routine' seems to change with the wind, and you would do anything to get a good night's sleepWe know how you feel! You might be prepared and reading this before baby arrives, or as they snooze beside you in those early new-born days, knowing that forewarned is forearmed. Or your eyebags may tell their own bedtime storyEither way, if your baby is not sleeping, you have not done anything wrong. Your baby is not broken (although you might feel broken from lack of sleep), and you are not a bad parent. Baby sleep is not linear; it changes a lot during their first few years (they like to keep us on our toes like that). You are here because you want some honest support and real solutions.And the good news? We can give you that.Between us, we Cat and Sarah AKA The Sleep Mums' have over 30 years professional experience, plus hands on practice with having Trade Review‘I love The Sleep Mums! Sleep means everything when you're a parent and Cat and Sarah have helped me to make sense of what really works, in a fun and supportive way. They provide advice that's never judgey and offer a much needed feeling of solidarity to parents everywhere who are worrying that they're on their own.'Sarah Turner, The Unmumsy Mum

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Book SynopsisTo Mayim Bialik, Attachment Parenting's natural, child-led approach not only felt right emotionally, it made sense intellectually and instinctually. She found that when she followed her intuition and relaxed into her role as a mother instead of following some rigid parenting script, both she and her children thrived. Taking into account her experience as a mother (and her scientific background), Mayim presents the major tenets of Attachment Parenting.Trade Review"Drawing on her education as a neuroscientist, her instinct as a mother, and a community of support, Mayim has passionately embraced attachment parenting principles for raising her children. In Beyond the Sling, she shows how the secure attachment relationship that she has developed with her children has given her the confidence to define her own natural parenting style." --Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker, co-founders of Attachment Parenting International and co-authors of Attached at the HeartTable of Contents1 1. Trust Your Instincts; 2 2. What Baby Needs; 3 3. Wha Baby Doesn't Need; 4 4. What Mommy needs

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Book SynopsisDiscover simple ways to create rich, imaginative play experiences for your child using things you already have on hand. What makes childhood feel magical? One simple word: PLAY! Play is crucial for children—it is fun, allows them to work through complex ideas and emotions, leads to a sense of mastery, and is also a key way kids learn. Regrettably, the technology and busyness of our modern lives leave little room for this fundamental and important part of childhood. Pretend Play Workshop for Kids offers a remedy with hours of dramatic play scenarios paired with simple crafts and fun activities—a rich resource for easy, ready-to-go alternatives to screentime. Along the way, you will learn the benefits of these experiences, including the social and emotional learning taking place, the fine and gross motor practice, the language development, the mathematical thinking, and the scientTable of ContentsIntroduction How to Use This Book What Is Pretend Play and Why Is It Important? Supplies1 Detective Office Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make Your Own Pretend Briefcase and Badge Fingerprinting Activity Take a Scavenger Hunt Create Invisible Ink Messages2 Post Office Tools for Play Setting the Scene Create a Mail Carrier and Mailbox Letter-Sorting Activity Fine Motor Stamps and Stickers Make Your Own Postcard Packing Peanut Creations3 Spaceship Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make Your Own Command Center Create a Foil-Stamped Moon Decorate Moon Rocks Have Fun with Galaxy Oobleck4 Coffee Shop Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make Pretend Coffee Shop Treats Design Your Own Coffee Bags Pom-Pom Coffee Play Sensory Jar Smell Experience5 Art Museum Tools for Play Setting the Scene Curate a Collection and Create Your Own Frames Sculpt an Artifact Craft Create Monochromatic Artwork6 Laundry Time Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make a Pretend Iron Soapsuds Sensory Bin Laundry Color Sort Practice Laundry Folding Clothespin Matching Activity 7 Ice Cream Shop Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make Your Own Ice Cream Make an Ice Cream Shop Hat Ice Cream Sorting Activity8 Doctor’s Office Tools For Play Setting the Scene Make Your Own Doctor’s Coat and Badge X-Ray Craft Pom-Pom Prescription Sorting Activity Fine Motor Bandage Activity Make a Pretend Cast Weight and Measuring Activity9 Hair Salon Tools For Play Setting the Scene Pretend Hair Dryer and Razor Craft Have Fun with Yarn Haircuts Build a Hair Tie Tower Shaving Cream Play PRETEND PLAY10 Car Wash Tools for Play Setting the Scene Make a Pretend Car with a Cardboard Box Build a Pay Station Make a Car Wash Hose Sponge Squeezing Transfer Activity Toy Car Wash Sensory Bin11 Train Station Tools for Play Setting the Scene Build a Train Map Route Make Your Own Luggage Tags Practice Punching Tickets Make Train Whistles Gross Motor Train Track Activity12 Toy Store Tools for Play Setting the Scene Receipt Writing Activity Make a Shopping Basket Set Up a Gift-Wrapping Station Opening and Closing Time ActivityAcknowledgments About the Authors Index

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Book SynopsisI was asked the other day what I thought the hardest part of parenting was. I'd have to say that it's definitely the kids.'TikTok sensation Clara Batten has dedicated the last few years to seeking the answer to one of life's most crucial questions:Is it possible to raise and nurture two small humans without losing your bloody mind?The good news is, now she's found (some of) the answers and is sharing her secrets with the rest of us! In this riotous book, Clara reveals:when it's acceptable to buy your kids lunch from a kebab shop.why a jar of pickled herrings from Waitrose is the ultimate guilty pleasure, nay necessity, for a sleep-deprived parent.how to finally pursue your acting ambitions in your forties (despite a toddler sh*tting on the stairs during a self-tape audition).Most importantly, Clara shows us that no matter how much we adore our little treasures, life isn't just about their A, B and bloody Cs.Trade Review‘Brilliant, bonkers and laugh-out-loud funny. Clara’s dry, sarcastic wit is fantastic. She is self-deprecating, relatable, and absolutely hilarious’ – Amanda Holden ‘Reading Gin & Phonics is like giving the room to your funniest friend. Sharply observed, laugh-out-loud funny and gloriously compelling.’ – Simon Pegg 'Hilarious and sassy reportage from the front line of the Waitrose (sorry, I mean Sainsbury’s) wine and spirits aisle.' – Phill Jupitus

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Book SynopsisLiz Swenson’s Raising Tiny Humans is your illustrated field guide to navigating the wild jungle of parenting toddlers. It’s a jungle out there in the wild world of parenting! Just when you think you’ve got it down, a new phase emerges to keep you on your toes. There are plenty of books about the first year and caring for an infant, but once you have a curious, tottering toddler who seems intent on finding danger, it’s a whole different animal! With this full-color illustrated field guide as your constant companion—full of tips, tricks, and a healthy dose of humor—you’ll feel confident embarking on the adventure of parenthood for kids ages one and beyond! With chapters on body and brain development, behavior, and the ever-pressing question of how to help your child become the best human they can be, Raising Tiny Humans is the compass every parent needs to guide them on their way.

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Book SynopsisPhotographs looking at the realities of pregnancy and having young children

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Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'Chart a child's path with less stress and more optimization for healthy habits and future success' Time From age 5 to 12, parenting decisions get more complicated and have lasting consequences. What's the right kind of school? Should they play a sport? When's the right time for a phone? Making these decisions is less about finding the specific answer and more about taking the right approach. Along with these bigger questions, Oster investigates how to navigate the complexity of day-to-day family logistics. The Family Firm is a smart and winning guide to how to think more clearly - and with less ambient stress - about the key decisions of these early years.Trade ReviewOster is a self-described data nerd, a delightful contrarian who dared question the status quo, shush the shamers and tell parents what made sense. * The New York Times Book Review *A targeted mini-MBA program designed to help moms and dads establish best practices for day-to-day operations ... Because this is an Oster book, there's data scattered everywhere - on the development of reading skills by age ... It's all presented in the breezy, skeptical style that's made Oster's work a must-read for parents who don't have the time to investigate Finnish studies about integrating extracurriculars into the school day. * Washington Post *A guide ... to chart a child's path with less stress and more optimization for healthy habits and future success. * TIME Magazine *Oster's prose flows well (as usual) lightly sprinkled with the dry wit that suffuses her other books. * Salon *Oster offers a plethora of rational guidance for parents of kids between pre-K and middle school in this eminently practical guide. * Publishers Weekly *Merging a business approach with her trademark empowering voice, Emily dispenses the stress-less advice you actually want. -- Audrey Goodson Kingo * Working Mother *With Oster's help, rather than fear this next stage of parenting, readers can embrace (and even enjoy) the challenge. * Booklist *Emily Oster dives into the data on parenting issues, cuts through the clutter, and gives families the bottom line to help them make better decisions. Her books on pregnancy and toddlers skyrocketed her to parenting-world fame, and now she's back, crunching the numbers on topics that keep parents with school-age kids up at night. * Good Morning America *Oster draws on her experience as a business school professor to suggest that economic reasoning - the art of making decision-making given constraints - can tell us a lot about how to make some of these hard decisions a little better ... Some careful, economics-inspired thinking can help reduce the anxiety, tension, and stress ... For that alone, The Family Firm is worth picking up -- Charles Fain Lehman * The Washington Free Beacon *Praise for Cribsheet: * - *She has crunched all the statistics on breastfeeding, potty training, working mothers and playgroups and discovered there is no optimal set of choices that will produce the perfect child. Most parents say they want happy, well-adjusted, robust kids and there are myriad ways to achieve those results. She's right -- Alice Thomson * The Times *It couldn't be more relevant ... steers clear of recommendations and cast-iron guarantees, instead promising to arm parents with information to make the decisions that are right for them * Daily Telegraph *Parenting can be fraught. Cribsheet aims to help parents do better. * Economist *A huge relief from the scare stories ... Cribsheet is not another call for the end of helicopter parenting or snowplow parenting or whatever kind of parenting is lighting up social media today, and it's not a call to overthrow medical wisdom; it's a call for parenting with context, and it's freeing * Washington Post *Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down. * LA Times *The Guilt-Free, Data-Driven Guide to Parenting ... uses science and stats to cut through the confusion of raising a family ... Smart, relatable, and funny * Bloomberg *Praise for Emily Oster: * - *A revelation -- Pandora SykesI am so grateful for her work -- Amy SchumerIn my household, [Emily Oster] is the all-knowing Aunt we have never met. Parenting would be a lot more stressful without these books. -- Adam Ozimek * Forbes *

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Book SynopsisWhy do some mothers and babies take to breast feeding while others don't? And what are the emotions involved for mother and baby when the baby rejects a feed, or when breast feeding stops? What happens when parents and their babies have to negotiate separations, or deal with night-time crying? What if your baby's distress makes you feel that you cannot cope? This book takes the reader through the entire first year of a baby's life, anticipating parents' questions and covering topics ranging from parental feelings during pregnancy to a 10-month-old's sociability and deepening relationships.Trade ReviewReview for all of the series'They are a rich resource of balanced, sensitive and non-judgemental advice to help parents and professionals looking after children... The central subject is the mental and emotional development of children and their parents. And the style is intelligent and friendly. Each book is divided into very easily digestible sections, with excellent (and often very funny) case studies scattered liberally throughout and a really detailed contents page for those "where did I see that bit about?" moments... The books form a cohesive and continuous guide to almost everything I have ever wondered about bringing up my children. I learnt a lot. And a friend, mother of her first two-year-old, could not wait to get her hands on these when I described them. They are now going into our bathroom "reference library" for family and visitors to peruse and digest.' -- 0-19 MagazineFor any new and prospective parents who have an expectation of compliant and obedient babies that will develop along a clear path, these books will be a revelation. Parents who are beginning to wonder whether they have created some kind of monster will be greatly reassured to learn that there is not an unusual situation. -- Bill Hibberd, director, The Parent Organisation.Table of ContentsForeword. Introduction. 1. Pregnancy, birth and "bonding". 2. The First Six Weeks. 3. Three to Six months. 4. Six to Twelve months. 5. Dealing with Separation: Returning to Work and Weaning from the Breast. Conclusion. Further reading. Helpful organizations. Index.

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Book Synopsis50 Risks to Take With Your Kids is a guide for parents and carers to nurture resilience and independence in kids as they learn to take their own risks.For anyone who wants to combat helicopter parenting and a bubble-wrapped generation, Daisy Turnbull offers an easy-to-use framework with simple, practical challenges for children aged up to 10 years old. In 50 Risks to Take With Your Kids, you'll find risks that build physical skills, social confidence and character development before kids enter those 'risky' teenage years. You'll also find some all-important parenting risks that will encourage you to step outside your comfort zone and think a little differently about raising children. It may sound counterintuitive to say that the more opportunities you give children to test boundaries, the better they will 'adult', but it's true. The more they are allowed to play in the mud, create games and find their own solutions to problems, the more they will thrive later in life.Peppered with Daisy’s own experiences in teaching, wellbeing and parenting, this warm and funny book is not about developmental KPIs, and it's certainly not about judgement. It's about teaching kids to recognise and assess risks themselves, and readying them to take on life and all that it brings. And it's about having fun and connecting as a family along the way.Trade Review'An honest, funny and beautifully written account of parenting with all of its accursed uncertainties. If we were serious about absolute risk-aversion, we'd never have children at all, of course, but Turnbull is a wise guide to the risks that are truly worth it. For a book about risk-taking, it's hugely reassuring.' – Annabel Crabb, journalist and author 'This book is full of smart, evidence-based steps that parents (and grandparents!) can take to assist the emotional and cognitive development of their children. In the 21st century, there are few more important parental, family or social tasks. I will be actively recommending it to many of those parents who are struggling to find practical actions that they can take every day.' – Professor Ian Hickie AM, clinical psychiatry researcher 'We hear that ‘bubble-wrapping’ kids backfires, but how do we start popping the bubbles? When do we fully unwrap the kid? What if we prefer our kids safe and sound, and no risk seems worth it? That's when we pick up this book: a practical, sympathetic guide to giving kids back the chance to make some ‘bad’ moves and grow from them.' – Lenore Skenazy, founder of the free-range kids movement 'Resilience is a gift you give your child. It's the ability to bounce back when things get tough, it's coping skills, and it's the foundation for good mental health. With a sense of humour and a pragmatic approach, Daisy Turnbull has made teaching resilience easy and fun. 50 Risks captures everyday opportunities to develop and nurture resilience in your child. It is an essential parenting resource.' – Dr Fiona Martin MP, psychologist and federal member for Reid 'Daisy has written an important and timely book, with a down-to-earth, practical and humorous approach, combined with nods to science, psychology and Bluey.' – Dr Judith Locke, clinical psychologist

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Book SynopsisAre you keen to give your baby the very best start in life and make every moment that you have together count?Based on The Baby Club, the ground-breaking CBeebies show, Play & Learn With Your Baby is packed with bite-sized activities that you can enjoy with your baby - explore everyday objects, have fun talking, singing, telling stories, then mellowing out.Discover the psychology and child development theory that underpins every activity, and how you can apply those principles to everything you do with your baby - at nappy time, bath time, in the park, and on the bus.Bringing discovery, songs and stories to your daily activities with your little one is simple, but transformative for your baby''s developing language skills, motor skills, emotional development, and more.Now everyone is invited to a baby club - anytime, anywhere.

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Book SynopsisSchool’s out and summer camp’s in! When Marvin and his friends meet Joey, a lake monster with a loud mouth and few manners, it seems that Marvin is the only kid in camp who will be his friend. And Marvin’s friendship with the lake monster is causing ripples among his other friends. No one wants to be around the kid who cuts in line, or talks over them, or tells them what he really thinks about their art project. But Joey secretly wants only one thing: friends. Can Marvin help Joey learn how to make—and keep—friends? Marvin's hilarious doodles and diary entries chronicle his delightful adventures, misadventures, and eventual triumph in a funny, relatable way. It's the one series on ADHD and associated issues that kids will actually want to read!

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Book SynopsisThere's no denying the clear connection between overuse of devices--smartphones, computers, and video games--and the growing mental health crisis, especially in our children. Too much screen time has a real, measurable effect on kids' brains, self-esteem, emotional development, and social skills. We aren't controlling our devices anymore--they're controlling us. In Disconnected, psychotherapist and parenting expert Thomas Kersting offers a comprehensive look at how devices have altered the way our children grow up, behave, learn, and connect with their families and friends. Based on the latest studies on the connection between screen time and neuroplasticity, as well as the growing research on acquired ADHD and anxiety, Disconnected presents a better way to move forward. Kersting shares indispensable advice for parents on setting boundaries and engaging in concentration and mindfulness exercises. If you want to reclaim your family and reconnect with your kids, this hard-hitting yet hopeful book is the place to start.

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Book SynopsisDr Alex Richardson, the UK's leading authority on how nutrition affects behaviour and learning, exposes the truth behind the foods we are feeding our children and offers simple, practical solutions all parents can use. An empowering, cutting-edge book that will transform the lives of children and help them reach their full potential.Trade Review‘Her book offers welcome hope to parents who may be at their wits’ end … illuminating.’ TES, June 2006 ‘Jamie Oliver visited [Alex's department] while preparing his series on school dinners. It was the hard-slog science of the physiology department that gave credibility to the link between children's diet and their behaviour that Oliver made so powerfully in his TV programmes.’ Guardian (May 05) ‘Food affects behaviour. If you paid attention to diet, you could really make a difference.’ Guardian (May 05) ‘It's imperative that while upping your intake of omega-3, you cut out the junk.’ Alex quoted in Independent March 2005

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Book SynopsisPreviously unpublished in the UK, this book shows how fathers can balance demands on their time to become the better parents to their children that they want to be and that their children deserve.With the pressures of 21st century working life an everyday topic of news and conversation, effective and rewarding advice for parents is more important than ever. The One Minute Father has become a buzzword of the current age, and this book is the quickest way to help your children learn to like themselves and to behave.Incorporating One Minute Praisings, One Minute Goals and One Minute Reprimands, the book helps both father and children develop confidence, happiness and satisfaction in their relationships. The same tell-a-simple-story approach works here as in the other Blanchard and Johnson books which have become a worldwide phenomenon. A man who sees that he has been a better provider than parent learns by trial and error how to be more nurturing.Trade Review“If I had had a copy of The One Minute Father when I was raising my children, I certainly would have been a more effective parent.”Tony Curtis “There were many demands on my time when my children were growing up and The One Minute Father would have been invaluable.”General David C. Jones, Former Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff

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Book SynopsisFrom the Sunday Times bestselling author comes a harrowing and moving memoir about two innocent and frightened unfosterable' children who do not know what it means to be loved.This is the third book in the series.The shock that strikes Casey and her family when Ashton and Olivia arrive is immeasurable. Two dirty, frightened little waifs stand before them, huge eyes staring around their new surroundings. Ashton 9, Olivia 6, have the same urchin look; hair running wild with head lice, filthy nails and skin covered in scabs. And the smell is horrific. The eldest two children of a group of five siblings, Casey had only been told they were coming two days earlier. But it was an emergency, temporary placement, and they were only due to stay a couple of weeksCasey is desperate to help these poor, lost children, who have been taken away from their family because they were considered at risk, but before she can even start to understand the horrific things that have happened in the past, she h

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Book Synopsis**AWARDED A MUMSNET BEST BADGE 2016**Whether you've just had a baby or you're about to welcome your new little bundle into the world, you probably have a LOT of questions I know I did! And I also know from first-hand experience with my three babies that one-size-fits all parenting doesn't work. So this book is to help you find out what will work for you and your baby. I've included all the information and friendly advice I wish I'd been given before I became a mum for the first time, alongside the routines, shortcuts and tips that worked for me.I hope this book will empower you during your first twelve months of parenthood to trust your own mummy intuition, and to care for your children in your own way confidently and happily. We all have that intuition, we just need to learn to tune into it! With chapters on feeding, sleeping, wellbeing and lifestyle as well as how to look after yourself this book will equip you with all the know-how you need to get you through the sleepless nightsTrade ReviewPraise from Mumsnet mums: ‘It contains absolutely everything you need to know about a new baby and what to expect, in an easy to read, friendly, non-patronising tone.’ ‘I absolutely loved this book. This is a must-buy for parents to be.’ ‘Any parent-to-be will find this invaluable, I really can’t praise it enough.’ ‘It was very refreshing to read a totally non-biased and non-judgemental account from a real Mum. Not a childless expert or breastfeeding advocate or textbook dictator but someone who has been there and who knows every child is different.’ ‘As a Mum of soon-to-be 3, I was feeling apprehensive about adding another to our growing brood! However, reading this book has reassured me that there are no wrongs or rights, and to go with the flow.’ ‘It’s written in an honest, down-to-earth manner and is well laid out with easy to follow chapters. Holly writes about her experiences in an endearing way but also provides a balanced opinion.’ ‘I was impressed with this book, to the point that I would recommend it or give it to an expectant mum as a gift.’

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Book SynopsisAN OBSERVER BOOK OF THE YEARA droll and dazzling compendium of observations, stories, lists, and brief essays about babies.Beguiling A wunderkabinett of baby-related curios A peculiar book, and astonishing in its effect.' Boston GlobeOne August day, a baby was born, or as it seemed to Rivka Galchen, a puma moved into her apartment. Her arrival felt supernatural, she seemed to come from another world. And suddenly, the world seemed ludicrously, suspiciously, adverbially sodden with meaning.But Galchen didn't want to write about the puma. She had never been interested in babies, or in mothers before. Now everything seemed directly related to them and she specifically wanted to write about other things because it might mean she was really, covertly, learning something about babies, or about being near babies.The result is Little Labours, a slanted enchanted miscellany. Galchen writes about babies in art (with wrongly shaped head) and babies in literature (rarer than dogs or abortions, oTrade Review‘Little Labours triumphantly breaks the silent embargo, demonstrating how these little ‘bundles of joy’ can transcend cloying cliché to spark fantastic flights of the imagination and critical introspection’ Financial Times ‘Odd, witty, nimble … A stimulating read, a curio, for any woman, mother or not, interested in a unique slant on new parenthood’ Observer ‘She writes about her new baby as a puma; a plucked chicken; a force of nature that blows her apart and then puts her back together, different. A micro-masterpiece written in short, sharp, hallucinatory fragments’ Irish Times ‘The fragmentary nature of Little Labours perfectly evokes the state of new motherhood, in which moments of reflection are fleeting; bright flashes that are chased away almost as soon as they arrive. The parts themselves glisten and lodge in the memory. They are “small as opposed to minor”’ Guardian ‘Galchen does something more profound than tackle motherhood; she utterly reinvents and reanimates the subject’ Interview Magazine ‘A book of extraordinary savour, with nearly every sentence calling for an emphatic underline … The sense upon finishing this tiny tome is that it is indeed very small, but not in the least bit minor’ The National Post ‘Galchen is, for my money, one of the most gifted stylists writing in American English today. Her funniness is otherworldly. Preternaturally deft, Galchen can do almost anything with next to nothing.’ Los Angeles Review of Books ‘A highly original book of essays and observations … I adore Galchen’s quiet, and the bravery of this book’s fragments … Motherhood is an undiscovered country in the literary sense, one we must venture into lest our experience goes unrecorded, or recorded only by men … I am confident that many mothers (and other sleepless readers) will pick up this book and feel that they have found an unexpectedly intimate friend’ The New York Times Book Review ‘A funny, profound memoir’ Emma Healey, Observer, Books of the Year

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate family activity guide for busy daring dads in need of a little inspiration to spend quality time with their kids, by double Olympic gold medallist rower, adventurer and father of three, Alex Gregory.Time is the one resource we can't buy but we all want. It's so important to make the most of the time we have and create lasting memories.'For a parent, leaving the house can sometimes be the hardest part. But outside is where adventures and memories are waiting to be made From after-school adventures to an overnight trip, double Olympic gold medallist rower and father-of-three Alex Gregory shares exciting ideas for enjoying time together as a family, in all seasons. Whether you have 30 minutes to do homework up a tree, or a whole day to build an ancient bridge, you can delve in together and be inspired by this practical, easy guide for all ages. Divided into categories to fit whatever time slots work within the day, the book contains chapters such as After-School Adventures, 3Trade Review“I’ve got four girls under eight and this is brilliant. It’s a really handy book for dads, showing how to build a raft or an insect trap. I built a Viking boat recently out of wood. It’s a very good antidote to the iPad’ Jimmy Doherty, Daily Express

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Book Synopsis‘Brilliant’ Jenni Murray ‘Liberating, intoxicating’ Zoe WilliamsTrade Review‘Brilliant: at last a young mother brave enough to challenge the Madonna myth’ Jenni Murray ‘It stopped me in my tracks to see so many things that are never said about the profundity, the consequence, the unprettiness of the maternal experience. Radical honesty is a political act, and also a liberating, intoxicating read’ Zoe Williams ‘Startling, provocative and rigorous, this book explains why mothers are so furious and so tired (SO tired!) and how things might change’ Samantha Ellis, author of Take Courage: Anne Brontë and the Art of Life ‘Eliane Glaser brilliantly blends analysis of the all too contemporary injustices of motherhood with a historical perspective, emerging with fresh and vivid insights articulated with verve and wit’ Rebecca Asher, author of Man Up: Boys, Men and Breaking the Male Rules ‘Reading it is like talking to your super-smart and very sensible best friend who has the facts at her fingertips . . . I wish I’d had this book when I was in the thick of it’ Joanna Pocock, The Spectator ‘Powerfully expressed throughout and a compelling, addictively easy read (while being meticulously researched and effortlessly intelligent), this is a breath of fresh air that blends personal observation with political analysis and proper investigative journalism. This will save you reading hundreds of books on motherhood and child-rearing. And is a damn sight more entertaining’ Viv Groskop, Observer

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Book SynopsisBrilliant' Jenni Murray'Liberating, intoxicating' Zoe WilliamsWhy, after decades of social progress, is motherhood still so much harder than it needs to be?'Before they become mothers, women are repeatedly reminded that their biological clock is ticking. Once pregnant, a woman's body becomes public property: she is patronised, panicked, and forbidden from exercising her autonomy. In labour, women's wishes are overridden, resulting in potentially life-changing injuries and trauma.When the baby comes home, women begin a life of pay cuts, lost job opportunities, heavier housework, unequal emotional loads, and judgement from all sides. State support and family networks have fallen away, and mothers are censured for every choice' they make if they are given real choices at all.In this searing and vital book, Eliane Glaser asks why mothers are idealised, yet treated so poorly; why campaigns for mothers have become so unfashionable; and what we need to do to shift the needle and improve the Trade Review‘Brilliant: at last a young mother brave enough to challenge the Madonna myth’ Jenni Murray ‘It stopped me in my tracks to see so many things that are never said about the profundity, the consequence, the unprettiness of the maternal experience. Radical honesty is a political act, and also a liberating, intoxicating read’ Zoe Williams ‘Startling, provocative and rigorous, this book explains why mothers are so furious and so tired (SO tired!) and how things might change’ Samantha Ellis, author of Take Courage: Anne Brontë and the Art of Life ‘Eliane Glaser brilliantly blends analysis of the all too contemporary injustices of motherhood with a historical perspective, emerging with fresh and vivid insights articulated with verve and wit’ Rebecca Asher, author of Man Up: Boys, Men and Breaking the Male Rules ‘Reading it is like talking to your super-smart and very sensible best friend who has the facts at her fingertips . . . I wish I’d had this book when I was in the thick of it’ Joanna Pocock, The Spectator ‘Powerfully expressed throughout and a compelling, addictively easy read (while being meticulously researched and effortlessly intelligent), this is a breath of fresh air that blends personal observation with political analysis and proper investigative journalism. This will save you reading hundreds of books on motherhood and child-rearing. And is a damn sight more entertaining’ Viv Groskop, Observer

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Book SynopsisWonderful we need music in our lives now more than ever' HERBIE HANCOCKJoan Koenig is on a wonderful mission to enrich children's lives through music' DR GUY DEUTSCHERA pioneering music educator reveals how parents and caregivers can harness the power of music and use it to supercharge early childhood development.Since opening her famed Parisian conservatory over three decades ago, Joan Koenig has led a global movement to improve children's lives and minds with the transformative power of music. With a curriculum and philosophy drawn from cutting-edge science, L'Ecole Koenig has educated and empowered even the youngest students.From baby Max, whose coordination and communication grow as he wiggles and coos along to targeted songs and dance; to five-year-old Sara, who nourishes her empathy, creativity, and memory, while practising music from other cultures. In The Musical Child, Koenig shares stories from her classrooms, along with tips about how to use the latest research during theseTrade Review‘We need music in our lives now more than ever, so that healthy minds and bodies can develop humane and compassionate values—just what music-making instills. There were statements in this wonderful work that brought tears to my eyes. I hope the decision-makers of the future will heed the message of The Musical Child.’— Herbie Hancock ‘Joan Koenig’s The Musical Child blends observation, empathy, experience and detailed research to present the invaluable benefits of bringing up children in music. The natural joy that children have in music, the importance of creativity and the vital role music plays in developing curious, confident and happy young people is beautifully illustrated in a book that abounds with love and fundamentally believes in the deep potential of children. As a family for whom music was there from the beginning, we are happy to recommend this book to all families and to anyone interested in childhood and education.’ – The Kanneh-Mason Family ‘Music provides one of the most profound experiences that a child can have from the moment they are born. By matching Joan Koenig’s personal observations as a gifted teacher of young children with the scientific findings of some of the most brilliant minds in the field of music cognition, this wonderful book makes crystal clear how music can be used to develop the minds and enrich the lives of all children. The Musical Child shows us that music holds the key to developing a healthy life full of humanity.’ – Charles J. Limb, music cognition neuroscientist, University of California San Francisco Medical Center ‘In The Musical Child, Joan Koenig helps get music off the stage and back into our bodies, souls, and families. Her examples and exercises are simple and easy to follow, helping any parent get in touch with this timeless gift.’—Silke Rose West & Joseph Sarosy, authors of How to Tell Stories to Children

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Book SynopsisA fully illustrated, practical guide full of essential skills and knowledge that school didn't prepare us forWe all learned how to take tests at school, but then we went out into the world and found ourselves underprepared! And the worst thing anyone can feel is helpless. So I've filled this book with over 100 of the most vital life skills and tools that will not only save you money and give you confidence, but may even save a life.'- Myleene xThis book will empower you, and your family, with essential knowledge to tackle everyday challenges.Packed full of advice, They Don''t Teach This At School is full of information and tips on:Escaping from a burning buildingDealing with medical emergenciesGetting a good night''s sleepHow to be a good listenerTalking about racismHow to write a CV and apply for a jobSaying hello (and more) in different languagesCoping with a plumbing crisisHow to change a plug and a fuseChecking the pressure on car tyresStopping your mouth burning when you''ve eatenTrade Review‘Underestimate Myleene Klass at your peril […] a remarkable ambitious and useful book’ Vanessa Feltz

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Book SynopsisThe good divorce guide.Separating, or contemplating divorce, can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. But know this: it is going to be OK. In fact, it is going to be better than OK, and sooner than you think.Through our 10-Step Divorce Plan, we will take you through everything we know about divorce from setting goals to agreeing a course of action, from working out a plan for co-parenting to reaching a financial agreement cutting out the jargon, so you can not only survive separation, but thrive.The time has come for a fresh look at our approach to divorce and separation, and this book is an invaluable resource for anyone going through the process, and for the family and friends affected along the way. It is an essential, accessible blueprint for separating well, and a powerful critique of where we've gone wrong before.

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Book SynopsisOver 100 delicious recipes made with just 5 ingredientsCooking for children needn't be tricky or time-consuming. Grace Mortimer, creator of Instagram sensation My First Meals (@_myfirstmeals), offers an array of easy, delicious and healthy dishes that are packed full of flavour and simple to prepare.Grace shows parents and carers how to create scrumptious breakfasts, quick snacks, tasty lunches and hearty dinners using no more than five ingredients.Each simple, healthy and tasty recipe is perfect for young children, however adventurous they are. Discover favourites like baked bean waffles, Florentine pizza, raspberry yoghurt muffins, Bolognese pinwheels, and many more new ideas.My First Meals offers fun, fast, family food, made with maximum flavour and minimal fuss.

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Book Synopsis Having a brood has changed the mood… Trade Review‘Beautifully observed, wickedly funny, expertly told. BRILLIANT!’ Giovanna Fletcher ‘I adore how honest this is-Louise finds the funniest moments in the smallest everyday occurrences. I loved it.’ Fearne Cotton ‘This book is for anyone who, like me, has watched Louise’s reels on repeat and wanted more more more – it’s bloody hilarious!’ Katie Piper ‘Utterly heartfelt and blimmin’ hilarious – Louise has created that perfect cocktail of laughter and tears. It’s like a bosomy maternal hug in a book.’Anna Whitehouse ‘A brilliantly funny, and more importantly, realistic take on the joys and woes of parenting, from nappies to nits, and soft play to screen time, we’ve all been there, and you have to laugh, or you’ll cry’. Gill Sims ‘Louise is genius. This is a brilliant, hilarious and refreshing perspective on parenthood that isn't often expressed; I'm going to buy a copy for every mother I know!’ Alex Light ‘Utterly brilliant!! I laughed out loud from start to finish. Full of messy, real life parenting stories which I’m so grateful for, because let’s be honest, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows! Louise’s comedic and self-deprecating narration, even around the more serious scary parental decisions, made me feel like I wasn’t alone or doing a terrible job. This is just what life is like with kids and this book should be all parents pocket guide to ‘stop giving yourself a hard time!’ Millie Macintosh

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Book SynopsisThe Essential Self-Help Guide to Your Children Thriving in a Digital Age

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Book SynopsisImagine infants free from painful diaper rash, new parenthood without thousands of dollars wasted in diapering costs, toilet training that is natural and noncoercive, and, most important, happier babies and parentsAs Christine Gross-Loh reveals in her progressive, enlightening book, all this is possible and more.

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Book SynopsisPresents ideas to prevent sleep problems in children under five years old, including: how to adjust a baby's schedule to reduce day sleep and boost night sleep within the very first weeks of life; how to use sleep cues like swaddling and a special type of womb sound to help any infant sleep an extra one to two hours at night within just days.Trade Review"Exhaustion is no longer the fate of all new parents. Now babies and toddlers-and their parents -can sleep better and longer thanks to Dr. Karp's practical advice and wisdom." -- Arianna Huffington, Editor-in-Chief, The Huffington Post "This book is a breakthrough! Poor sleep doesn't just cause exhaustion; it even triggers obesity - of children and parents! With ingenuity and insight Dr. Karp reveals simple steps to boost sleep...and promote the health of the entire family." -- Francine Kaufman, MD, past-president American Diabetes Association, author of Diabesity "What a great job! Dr. Karp weaves together modern science and ancient wisdom to dispel common sleep myths. His simple, clear advice will help your little one sleep through the night." -- Gary Freed, DO, FAAP, FACOP, Director, Pediatric Sleep Center, Emory University School of Medicine "If you're starting to feel 'sleep' only exists in a dictionary, then this book was written for you! America's #1 pediatrician can help turn your nightly stress into glorious rest." -- Laurie David, Mom, Producer - An Inconvenient Truth, Author - The Family Dinner "I learned more about kids' sleep from this book than in my entire thirty years of practice. Dr. Karp's great advice will make you the happiest parents on the block!" -- Harley Rotbart, MD, Professor, Vice Chair of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado, author of No Regrets Parenting "Dr. Karp's white noise advice is incredibly helpful for boosting sleep. I recommend it to my patients...and even use it with my own children! -- Ian Paul, MD, Professor of Pediatrics and Public Health, Penn State College of Medicine "Dr. Karp is a parenting hero! His Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep would have helped tremendously when I was an exhausted new mom. It's a must have resource for all families." -- Jane Honikman, MS, Founder Postpartum Support International "Sleep deprivation often pushes moms into postpartum depression. Dr. Karp's fabulous new book is at the top of my list to help all new parents get the sleep they need to stay healthy and enjoy this precious time of life." -- Lucy Puryear, MD, Medical Director, The Women's Place: Center for Reproductive Psychiatry, Texas Children's Hospital, President, Postpartum Support International Amazing! Dr. Karp has done it again! With wit and wisdom he reveals the simple steps to get precious extra hours of rest. This remarkable book will have your babies and toddlers sleeping in no time! -- Roni Cohen Leiderman, PhD, Dean, Mailman Segal Center for Human Development, Nova Southeastern University Roni Cohen Leiderman, PhD, Dean, Mailman Segal Center for Human Development, Nova Southeastern University Roni Cohen Leiderman, PhD, Dean, Mail "Mixing good science-with a welcome dose of humor-this once-in-a-generation sleep book will strengthen your skills and lower your stress." -- Jetta Bernier, Executive Director, Massachusetts Citizens for Children Once again, Dr. Karp saves parent sanity (and rescues relationships). With his trademark smart, fast-acting advice, he'll help your child - and you - sleep better and longer! -- Kyle Pruett, MD, Professor, Yale School of Medicine, co-author, Partnership Parenting "When your little child sleeps well...life just seems happier. Dr. Karp's unique and gentle ideas may be exactly what you've been dreaming of!" -- Diane Debrovner, deputy editor, Parents magazine What a gift! Dr. Karp (once again) makes things so easy. You'll reconnect with the miracle of sleep faster than you can imagine...and you'll be the dad - and husband - you really want to be. It works! -- Matt Goldman, Co-Founder- Blue Man Group and Blue School Finally, everything you need to know about sleep is all in one book! The Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep shows how to get a good night's sleep...without all the tears. It's a must-read for sleep-deprived parents! -- Jennifer Shu, MD, pediatrician, co-author of Heading Home with Your Newborn: From Birth to Reality Dr. Karp rescues weary parents with great ideas that flip conventional wisdom right on its head! His fresh insights will help turn your bedtime screamer...into a champion sleeper. -- Harold Koplewicz, MD, Founder and President, Child Mind Institute Exhausted parents will warmly welcome Karp's encouraging tone and innovative, think-outside-the-crib solutions. -- Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLERTV star Misha Collins and his wife, journalist and historian Vicki Collins, show families how to be mealtime adventurers so that kids might have a lifelong relationship with real foodChicken nuggets.

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Book SynopsisJohn Gray''s books have brought a powerful message to millions of people across the world. In this groundbreaking parenting book he addresses an area of fundamental importance for all families - the well-being of our children. In MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS, CHILDREN ARE FROM HEAVEN, John Gray provides the ultimate guide for parenting, addressing the unique bond between parents and children. Geared to parents of chidren from birth to teens, this invaluable handbook shows parents how to help their children become strong, confident, morally responsible adults by focusing on self-esteem and responsibility.

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Book SynopsisSleep, or rather the lack of it, is the issue of paramount concern to the overwhelming majority of new parents. Getting enough sleep is vital for the health of a growing baby or toddler, and the sanity of mums and dads. Yet striking the right balance between their differing needs can be hard to achieve. Once sleep problems set in, they can fast demoralise and exhaust parents, undermining confidence in their ability to cope.Gina Ford has come to the rescue with her answer: the key to a good night''s sleep for the whole family lies in teaching parents to understand the changing sleep needs of their growing baby. This book informs and reassures parents, dispelling many common myths and anxieties and offering practical solutions that work.By creating a structure of regular feeding, sleeping and playing times, Gina explains how parents can help their baby to find a rhythm that will be comfortable for all concerned. Whether parents want to establish good sleeping habits frTrade Reviewfor an astonishing number of mothers, she has proved a saviour. "Gina babies", as they are known, are happy and they sleep * The Daily Telegraph *The Delia Smith of parenting - draws on thirty years' experience to tell you how to nurture the perfectly happy baby - for the many thousands who've tried it, Gina's book is a Godsend * You Magazine *'It is hard to overestimate the good she has done. She has saved thousands of parents from the misery of sleepless nights...How to reward this great benefactor of mankind?...My wife takes the view that only sainthood will do.' -- Peter Oborne, Political Editor * The Spectator *

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Book SynopsisHaving to follow a gluten-free diet can be a daunting prospect for children and young adults - they feel isolated at a time when their friends are enjoying everything from bread, pizza and pasta, to crisps, cakes and biscuits. Yet with supermarkets now stocking many gluten-free ingredients, you can make versatile, healthy and enticing gluten-free meals that will appeal to all the family. Based on recipes created for the author''s own daughter, The Gluten-free Cookbook for Kids includes: Over 100 recipes from crispy chicken nuggets and quick pizza to birthday cupcakes and peanut butter cookies; Top Ten kids'' favourite dishes; A list of store cupboard essentials; Creative ideas for special treats, healthy snacks and lunchboxes; Top tips for eating out, travelling and school trips. The Gluten-free Cookbook for Kids will solve many of your mealtime dilemmas and help your child to learn what they can and can''t eat. An essential guide for any gluten-free family.Trade ReviewAn important step forward in helping people prepare and serve safe and nutritious food. With easy to follow recipes -- Giorgio LocatelliPlenty of simple recipes, packed lunch ideas and practical tips for looking after a child with coeliac disease -- Coeliac UKA very useful book, simple to read and and with valuable advice -- Dr Muftah Eltumi, Consultan Paediatric Gastroenterologist

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Book SynopsisThe No.1 bestselling weaning bible for babies and toddlers - over 5 million copies sold worldwide!Leading weaning expert and mum-of-three, Annabel Karmel celebrates the 30th anniversary of her most trusted cookbook with this special, fully updated and extended edition - now including NEW finger food guidance and even more recipes to raise healthy, happy babies.This go-to guide also includes essential advice, simple meal planners and a handy pull-out guide to step-by-step weaning. You will find everything you need to give your baby the best start in life, here, in this book.A must-have for all new parents - let Annabel guide you through baby''s early years with her food wisdom.''Her recipes prove that babies and toddlers will eat their greens - and much more - if served up in imaginative waysDaily Telegraph''A parent who does not have at least one of her books in her kitchen should waste nTrade ReviewThe Queen of Children’s Cookery * Hello! Magazine *

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Book SynopsisWritten in the same reassuring, accessible style as her bestselling The Contented Little Baby Book, The Contented Baby with Toddler Book is full of practical tips and sanguine advice that will calm and reassure all panicked parents.Trade ReviewGina Ford is the Delia Smith of parenting ... while Delia tells you how to make the perfect omelette, Gina tells you how to nurture the perfectly happy baby * You magazine *For an astonishing number of mothers she has proved a saviour * Daily Telegraph *For me she was an absolute godsend * Kate Winslet *a canny gap in the market * Bookseller *packed with [Gina's] signature practical tips about life with a baby and a toddler * Mother & Baby *Table of Contents 1: Acknowledgement 2: Introduction 1: Preparing for the Second Baby 1: Are we ready for another child? 2: Getting pregnant again 3: Coping with your pregnancy and your toddler 4: Preparing your toddler for the new arrival 2: Preparing for the Birth 5: Your childcare plans 6: Preparing your toddler for the birth 7: Preparing your toddler for the new baby 8: Getting things ready for the baby 9: Getting your home ready for the new baby 10: Getting ready for the big day 11: The final days – waiting for labour 3: Birth and Beyond 12: Recovery after birth 13: Introducing your toddler to the new baby 14: Arriving home 15: The first few weeks 16: Feeding the baby 17: Eating well 18: Shopping 19: Getting out and about 20: Household chores 21: Getting help from family and friends 22: Your toddler’s reactions to the new baby 4: Establishing Routines 23: Establishing the Contented Little Baby and Toddler Routine 24: Establishing CLB breast-feeding 25: Establishing bottle-feeding 26: Sleep 27: A typical routine for a Contented Little Baby and Toddler 28: Adjusting the routines 29: Important recommendations 5: Weeks One to Two 30: Starting the routine 31: Routine for Baby and Toddler – one to two weeks 32: Changes to be made during the one- to two-week routine 33: Advancing to the two- to four-week routine 6: Weeks Two to Four 34: Routine for Baby and Toddler – two to four weeks 35: Changes to be made during the two- to four-week routine 7: Weeks Four to Six 36: Routine for Baby and Toddler – four to six weeks 37: Changes to be made during the four- to six-week routine 8: Weeks Six to Eight 38: Routine for Baby and Toddler – six to eight weeks 39: Changes to be made during the six- to eight-week routine 9: Weeks Eight to Twelve 40: Routine for Baby and Toddler – eight to twelve weeks 41: Changes to be made during the eight- to twelve-week routine 42: Moving on to the three- to four-month routine 10: Months Three to Four 43: Routine for Baby and Toddler – three to four months 44: Changes to be made during the three- to four-month routine 11: Months Four to Six 45: Routine for Baby and Toddler – four to six months 46: Changes to be made during the four- to six-month routine 12: Months Six to Nine 47: Routine for Baby and Toddler – six to nine months 48: Changes to be made during the six- to nine-month routine 13: Months Nine to Twelve 49: Routine for Baby and Toddler – nine to twelve mont 50: Changes to be made during the nine- to twelve-month routine 14: Problem-Solving 51: Myths, misconceptions and questions surrounding the Contented Little Baby routines 52: Feeding problems 53: Sleeping problems 54: Weaning problems 55: Fussy eating 56: Bedtime battles 57: Socialising – out and about, sibling rivalry 15: Common Problems in the First Year 58: General problems 1: Burping 2: Colic 3: Crying 4: Dummies 5: Hiccups 6: Possetting 7: Reflux 59: Common feeding problems 8: Difficult feeder 9: Excessive night feeding 10: Sleepy feeder 11: Low milk supply 12: Refusal of milk 13: Refusal of solids 14: Fussy feeder 60: Common sleeping problems 15: Difficulties in settling 16: Early-morning waking 17: Excessive night waking 18: Illness: the effect on sleep 19: The lunchtime nap 20: Teething and night waking 61: Appendix I: Baby and Toddler Menu Planner 1: 7–9 months 2: 9–12 months 62: Appendix II: FSID Advice to Reduce the Risk of Cot Death 3: Useful Addresses 4: Further Reading 5: Contented Baby and Toddler Newsletter 6: Index

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Book SynopsisToddlers tantrums can be both embarrassing and stressful for parents. This title offers parents advice on how to deal with this uncontrollable behaviour. It helps you to: understand why children have tantrums; learn ways to prevent a tantrum when you see it coming; calm a toddler in the middle of his tantrum; and, learn how to stay calm yourself.Trade ReviewFor an astonishing number of mothers, she has proved a saviour * Daily Telegraph *Gina Ford is the Delia Smith of parenting ... while Delia tells you how to make the perfect omelette, Gina tells you how to nurture the perfectly happy baby * You magazine *For me she was an absolute godsend * Kate Winslet *

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Book SynopsisHow should we respond to a child''s temper tantrum? To a teenager''s sullen resentment? How can we help children and teens experience their anger without being overwhelmed by it? How can we deal with their anger before it leads to depression, isolation, or even violence? Now, in Healthy Anger, Bernard Golden draws upon more than twenty years of experience as a psychologist and teacher to offer specific, practical strategies for helping children and teens manage their anger constructively. Unlike many who suggest that anger should be repressed, Golden argues that anger is a natural human emotion intricately connected with a range of other thoughts and feelings. He stresses that anger, when properly understood, tells us more about our own wants and needs than about the person or situation that has caused the anger. Golden has developed a set of skills that parents, teachers, and counsellors can use to show children how to identify the causes of anger; how to respond to anger in ways thatTrade Review"Golden presents a useful model to help parents manage their children's and teenagers' ire. Through its different components, the author explains how children and teens, by way of self-reflection and communication, can gain a better understanding of their needs, wants, expectations, and emotions Exercises are offered to help one get in touch with emotions, to relax, and to listen to self-talk."--Library Journal"At first, Healthy Anger seems like an oxymoron. But Bernard Golden helps us understand how anger can be not only normal, but essential to healthy growth--if we know how to guide and control it. And Golden shows us in plain, easy steps how to help our children do just that."--Myrna B. Shure, Ph.D., author of Raising a Thinking Child"Healthy Anger is a comprehensive sourcebook of practical information for parents. A vital message in this book is that anger does not need to lead to violence. Highly recommended."--Charles E. Schaefer, Ph.D., Professor, Psychology Department, Fairleigh Dickinson University"Golden confirms what I have long suspected--the origins of adult 'toxic' anger reside in childhood. I found the discussion of 'child logic' and shame especially helpful. I will be a better anger therapist for having read this book!" --W. Doyle Gentry, Ph.D., author of Anger-Free: Ten Basic Steps to Managing Your Anger"Most approaches to anger management and treatment attempt to teach people to eliminate anger or express it differently. This usually results in people bottling up their anger and holding it in. This eventually fails and the person explodes. Healthy Anger stresses the ubiquitous nature of anger and the adaptive functions it serves. The experience of anger can help people identify a problem in their environment that they need to address. This book teaches parents to help their children evaluate their environment and their emotional reaction to it. Golden's writing style is clear and crisp, and the book's inclusive nature will help parents to help their children."--Raymond A. DiGiuseppe, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, St. Johns UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction ; 1. Understanding and Recognizing Anger in Children and Teens ; 2. How to Apply the Model of Anger with Your Child or Teen ; 3. Special Considerations ; Conclusion

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