Child care and upbringing: advice for parents Books

Book SynopsisA certified baby specialist and baby nurse to the celebrities describes how to get a newborn on a sleeping and eating schedule and integrate a new addition to a family in a way that will keep everyone happy and healthy. Original. 20,000 first printing.

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Book SynopsisFrom its first publication, Raising Happy Children has stood out as a different kind of parenting book. Breaking the mould of the ''one expert, one voice'' childcare books, it is a brilliant synthesis of the latest research from a wide range of world-renowned professionals, together with the experiences of real parents and children. Unique in content and tone, its warm, funny, though-provoking and helpful advice has helped thousands of parents through the tough problems, contentious issues and crucial questions faced by everyone with children. Now one of the best-loved, leading parenting titles - praised by parents and professionals alike - this bestselling classic has just got better. Fully revised and expanded, it now offers: * An extended age-range (birth to 11 years)* The very latest insights into how parents can develop happy, healthy relationships with their children* More real-life examples from families who''ve hit problems and found solutions <Trade ReviewWHAT THE PROFESSIONALS SAY:Will appeal to parents who look beyond instruction manuals and who want to give their children the best possible childhood. * Penny Cunynghame, health visitor *Tackles the thorny question of discipline in a way that respects the needs of both children and parents. * Eileen Hayes, NSPCC *...insight, support and real solutions. I couldn't recommend it enough. * Mary MacLeod, National Family and Parenting Instit *WHAT THE PARENTS SAY:'One of the nicest and most helpful books I have ever read.''Covers almost every subject a parent needs the answer to''Helps me practically and emotionally on the stuff that really happens in my family.''It treats parents as intelligent life forms. I couldn't recommend it enough.''Love it. Need it'

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Book SynopsisRe-issue of the most important, authoritative and helpful book to date on managing and improving sibling relationships.Trade ReviewThis excellent book... is packed full of wisdom about this largely under-examined relationship. It informs parents who want to know how best to handle the differing needs of individual children, how to cope with competitiveness and rivalry, and the authors always prioritise the importance of emotional relationships. They don't just look at the needs of the children, but the needs of the parents as well. * NCT *The mixture of personal experience, professional expertise and large helpings of humour make this a much needed and very accessible book for families * Vivienne Gross, Institute of Family Therapy *FOR RAISING HAPPY CHILDRENFinally, a sensible, balanced and really useful handbook that tells you how to deal with children as they are, rather than as people would like them to be * Kate Figes *I couldn't recommend it more highly * Mary McLeod, Childline *

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Book Synopsis''I couldn''t put this book down. Whip smart, hilariously funny and shocking. A must-read''Amy Chua, Yale Law Professor and author of Battle Hymn of the Tiger MotherIn 2009, Lenora Chu, her husband Rob, and toddler Rainey, moved from LA to the Chinese megacity Shanghai. The US economy was spinning circles, while China seemed to be eating the planet''s economic lunch. What''s more, Shanghai teenagers were top in the world at maths, reading and science. China was not only muscling the rest of the world onto the sidelines, but it was also out-educating the West. So when Rainey was given the opportunity to enroll in Shanghai''s most elite public kindergarten, Lenora and Rob grabbed it. Noticing her rambunctious son''s rapid transformation - increasingly disciplined and obedient but more anxious and fearful - Lenora begins to question the system. What the teachers were accomplishing was indisputable, but what to make of their methods? Are ChineseTrade ReviewLenora Chu is a nimble storyteller with excellent comic timing . . . Little Soldiers is an argument for creative, for personality. And on those topics, it wins every time -- Jamie Fisher * Times Literary Supplement *China is such a vast, contradictory land that the most illuminating books often explore it through in intense focus on a single topic . . . Education is a particularly transparent window, as demonstrated by the perceptive Little Soldiers, which turns over cultural rocks from bribery to the urban-divide while delving into the nation's school system. . . . Anyone will understand the country better after reading this book, the heart of which is Chu's experience of enrolling her 3-year-old son in an elite Shanghai pre-school * New York Times Book Review *I couldn't put this book down. Whip smart, hilariously funny and shocking. A must-read * Amy Chua, Yale Law Professor and author of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother *Riveting, provocative and unflinchingly candid, Little Soldiers is a must-read for parents, educators, and global citizens alike. -- Gish Jen, Author of The Girl at the Baggage ClaimLittle Soldiers is the best book I've read about education in China. Lenora Chu's . . . tells this personal story with great insight and humor, and it's combined with first-rate research into the current state of education in China. -- Peter Hessler, New Yorker staff writer and author of River Town and Country DrivingI couldn't put this book down. It's a game changer that challenges our tendency to see education practices in black and white. -- Madeline Levine, author of The Price of Privilege and Teach Your Children WellLittle Soldiers is a book that will endure. With honesty and a terrific sense of humor, Lenora Chu has produced not only an intimate portrait of raising a family far from home but also the most lucid and grounded account of modern Chinese education that I've ever seen. She brilliantly tests our notions of success and creativity, grit and talent, and never shrinks from her conclusions. -- Evan Osnos, New Yorker staff writer, National Book Award-winning author of Age of AmbitionThrough this combination of personal stories and investigative reporting, Chu opens a window on to the complex world of communist China and its competitive methodology, which helps raise highly efficient, obedient, intelligent children but also squelches individualism and spontaneous creativity from the beginning. It's a sometimes-chilling portrait of how hundreds of millions of children are being taught to obey as well as an interesting glimpse into the mindset of one couple who let their child stay in the system despite their misgivings. An informative, personal view of the Chinese and their educational system that will have many American readers cringing at the techniques used by the Chinese to create perfect students * Kirkus *Little Soldiers is written passion and an unparalleled commitment to telling stories... from inside the schooling juggernaut of the world. Little Soldiers also details the heartbreaking tales of junior high school dropouts and their subsequent life of desperation. A must read-a book you not be able to put down. -- Scott Rozelle, Helen C. Farnsworth Professor at Standford University, and Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research"Do the ends justify the means?" "Is a child's life for a parent or government to dictate, or is it their own?" "Should education be a rigid, hierarchical zero-sum game?" These questions and more lie at the heart of Chu's important book, which is necessary reading for educators, parents, and anyone interested in shaping the character and capabilities of the next generation of Americans. -- Julie Lythchott-Haims, author of the New York Times bestseller How to Raise an Adult, and Stanford's former dean of freshmanLenora Chu, a gifted journalist, has written a fascinating comparison of the US and Shanghai education systems. Little Soldiers offers important insights into the strengths and weaknesses of each. There is much to be learned here about the elements of a better education system for the 21st century -- Tony Wagner, Expert in Residence, Harvard University Innovation Lab and author of The Global Achievement Gap and Creating InnovatorsThis engaging narrative is personalized by Chu's often humorous recollections of attending American schools as the daughter of immigrants. Little Soldiers offers fascinating peeks inside the world's largest educational system and at the future intellectual "soldiers" American kids will be facing -- Dan Kaplan * Booklist *Anyone will understand the country better after reading this book . . . Chu vividly sketches the differences [between American and Chinese schools] in terms that will make readers ponder what they actually think about rote memorization and parents question their preferences for their own children -- Alan Paul, author of One Way Out and Big in China * New York Times *No reporter has gone as deep as [Lenora Chu] has into what makes Chinese and American schools different today -- Jay Matthews * The Washington Post *

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Book SynopsisAre two-year-olds really so terrible, or does the world have a slightly skewed view of this sometimes difficult, sometimes adorable lot? Drs. Ames and Ilg, recognized worldwide as authorities on child behavior and development, offer parents practical advice and enlightening psychological insights on children this age.   What are two-year-old girls and boys thinking and feeling? How do they see others around them? With humor and compassion, the authors describe the general characteristics of these complex toddlers: their physical growth trends, their emotional and psychological maturation. Also included are insights into how two-year-olds behave with family and other children, and advice on how to handle them, as well as tings to avoid.   Included in this book: • A two-year-old’s view of the world—and himself • Bath and dressing routines • Sex differences • Stories from real life • A list of age-ap

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Book SynopsisWhat is it about four-year-olds that makes them so lovable? What problems do four-year-olds have?  What can they do now that they couldn''t do at three? Drs. Ames and Ilg, recognized authorities on child behavior and development, discuss these and scores of other questions unique to four-year-old girls and boys, and they offer parents practical advice and enlightening psychological insights.Can Your Four-Year-Old make you a happier, less stressed, and more efficient parent? You bet! Find out about:• Embarrassing moments . . . how to deal with a four-year-old''s fascination with bowel movements, belly buttons, body parts, and forbidden words—without turning red.• Words that will work a miracle . . . what to say to give your child and instant smile, raise self-esteem, and change behavior quicker than criticism.• Hyperactivity . . . how to determine if your “always on the go” four-year-old is truly hyper

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide on childhood nutrition.

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Book SynopsisIntends to produce results that impact children very positively.

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Book SynopsisHealthy children need healthy food. If you want to give your child the best possible start in life, good nourishment is vital. Optimum Nutrition for Babies and Young Children is a groundbreaking book on children''s nutrition from an author trained by the prestigious Institute for Optimum Nutrition, founded by bestselling author and top nutritionist Patrick Holford. Top nutritionist Lucy Burney shows how easy it is to make quick, delicious, nutrient-rich meals that all your family will love. Includes over 150 tempting recipe ideas to ensure that your children grow strong, fit and bursting with health. This book is packed with important nutritional advice, including reassuring guidelines on breastfeeding and weaning, delicious meal plans for ultimate health, easy alternatives to nutrient-deficient, processed foods, and important information on allergies - and how to avoid them. If you care about your children''s health, this book is a must.

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Book SynopsisSo you''ve made it through nine months of pregnancy and the birth itself. You''re mum to a new baby. Congratulations! But while the first year of your baby''s life brings much joy, it can also be a testing time. Chances are you''ll have lots of questions about your new baby. With peer-to-peer guidance and tips from the members of Netmums plus key medical and developmental information from the experts, BABY''S FIRST YEAR has all the answers. Structured as a month-by-month guide, BABY''S FIRST YEAR offers advice on subjects from breastfeeding to sleep routines, from teething to baby-proofing your home. It tells you what you can expect at each stage of your child''s development and how best to deal with any concerns you might have along the way. Helping you to make the most of what is both a challenging and wonderful time, BABY''S FIRST YEAR is an indispensable bible for the first crucial months of your baby''s life.Trade Review'Netmums is a wonderful source of information and support' * Fern Britton, This Morning *'Netmums has grown into a national institution' * Daily Telegraph *'Netmums is the new Mothers' Union' * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisAbused and traumatized children have special therapeutic needs. This book focuses on the impact of trauma and how to help children achieve a positive resolution.Trade ReviewEliana Gil occupies an unparalleled position among professionals in the child abuse field. No one has worked longer, more faithfully, and more responsibly with such a diverse array of abusive interactions. --Roland C. Summit, M.D.After reading The Healing Power of Play, child therapists from every professional background will feel better equipped to confront the enormous challenge of treating the abused child....Dr. Gil's readable guide should inspire the field and thereby benefit all of our patients. --Spencer Eth, MD - Both the novice child therapist and experienced clinician will learn abundantly from Dr. Gil's instruction about effective intervention with even the most severely neglected and abused children. --Treating Abuse Today, 3/18/1991Table of Contents* The Abused Child: Treatment Issues.* The Child Therapies: Application in Work with Abused Children.* The Treatment of Abused Children.CLINICAL EXAMPLES.* Leroy: A Child Traumatized by Severe Parental Neglect.* Johnny: A Child Traumatized by Sexual Abuse.* Antony: A Child with Multiple Traumas.* Gaby: A Child Traumatized by a Single Episode of Sexual Abuse.* Laurie: A Neglected Child Traumatized by a Hospitalization.* Sharlene: A Child Traumatized by Chronic Sexual Abuse.* Special Issues.

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Book SynopsisBursting with 50 low-cost, ingenious, inspiring, refreshingly different ideas that parents will enjoy as much as their kids!Does the idea of making a crocodile out of an egg box or fairy cakes with smiley faces leave you cold? Does the thought of another trip to the soft play centre or the swimming pool with a wave machine make you groan? Then this is the book for you!With 50 unique ideas for parents of children age 3 to 13 (and way beyond!) this book will energize your family life and engage your children''s heads, hands and hearts. Take them on a Straight Line Walk or set them a Supermarket challenge. Try Lucky Dip Cookery or Pin in a Map Sketching. Turn even everyday routines like hair washing or laying the table into mini-adventures.Tried and tested on real children, these ideas encourage a sense of exploration, accomplishment, challenge, creativity, boldness and ouside-the-box thinking. They''ll cost you nothing - or next-to-nothing. All you need is a playful attitudTrade ReviewPractical and down-to-earth, you don't need to spend a fortune or go far afield to have a huge amount of fun. And it doesn't end with the book, because it will inspire adults and children to think outside the box and use their imaginations. Unexpectedly, it's a very funny read too. Don't worry about keeping the children amused any more! * www.parentsintouch.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisA witty yet practical guide to defeating the ten most common childhood 'nasties'. The all-seeing, all-knowing powerhouse that is Mumsnet brings you the ultimate pocket guide to the most testing of childhood ailments, leaving you armed and ready for combat whenever the likes of mini-beasts, bacteria and viruses strike (too often all at once). Brimming with first-hand experience, this little book is full of tips ranging from how to deal with a poonami to how to be your child's bedtime hero, all accompanied by wry words of hope and encouragement. 'Nasties' tackled include nits, threadworm, ringworm, warts, molluscum, conjunctivitis, foreign objects, vomit, poo and dragons under the bed. Each nasty has its own dedicated chapter containing both practical and hilarious tips from Mumsnet talk boards; a Top Trumps' card outlining skills, strengths, weaknesses and a toe-curling fact; and a comprehensive guide to making your nasty encounter as stress-free as possible. Lighthearted, funny and

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking new book from the founder of the acclaimed Inner Kids program.Trade Review“A superb and imaginative distillation of the essence of mindfulness made available to children, parents, and teachers in age-appropriate, wise, and playful ways. Sets a high bar for further work in the rapidly growing field of mindfulness in K-12 education.” --Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., Professor of Medicine emeritus, UMass Medical School and author of Letting Everything Become Your Teacher andWherever You Go, There You Are“One of the best books on mindfulness for kids that I have read. Practical and accessible. You can feel Susan’s years of experience and dedication.” --Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart and The Wise Heart“Parents often ask me for advice about being mindful with their children. From here on out, I will refer them to this tremendously helpful book, filled with clear insights about children and how to teach them gently and skillfully. A truly inspiring book.” —Sharon Salzburg“Susan Kaiser Greenland is the real thing. She is not just teaching young children how to focus their attention more effectively, the secret to how to control their own brains; she is teaching children how to become wise, way before most kids generally understand the value of wisdom. This is a most important book; any parent who cares about raising good, morally responsible children must read it.” --Jeffrey Schwartz, author The Mind and the Brain (with Sharon Begley)“The Mindful Child is a masterful work of art that weaves the wisdom of ancient contemplative practices with the insights of contemporary neuroscience within captivating stories of the author's journey to bring mindfulness to young people and their teachers. Susan Kaiser Greenland has created unique and effective everyday practices that can be used by educators and parents alike to provide enjoyable experiences for children and teens that cultivate resourcefulness, focus, and resilience. Readers will be captivated by the inspiring examples from real life experiences that stimulate the imagination and inspire us to awaken our lives to the power of mindfulness as a health-promoting, stress-reducing, and compassion-generating way of being. What more are we waiting for?” --Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., Co-Director, UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center, Executive Director, Mindsight Institute, and author of Mindsight and The Mindful Brain“There are all sorts of great books about helping children by improving parenting skills and communications—things outside the child’s skin. The Mindful Child is a different kind of book! Readers will envision themselves being more effective with children rather than working with them. Susan Kaiser Greenland emphasizes directly changing the inside rather than encouraging the inside change from all that seeps in from the outside. This unique author delves into the heart of developing character, and coping skills that enable children to resolutely and effectively handle difficult situations through a more relaxed self- awareness.” --Foster Cline, author of Parenting with Love and Logic“What a wonderful and timely antidote to the hyperactive culture that makes kids super-wired but too disconnected from themselves and others. Every parent should read The Mindful Child for practical strategies to teach boys and girls how to manage stress and pay attention to what really matters.” --David Walsh, Ph.D., author of Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen and No. Why Kids-of All Ages-Need to Hear It and Ways Parents Can Say It"Greenland excels in teaching these concepts [of mindful awareness] to children of all ages, providing activities and metaphors that both nicely illustrate the goals and make them accessible and fun. It is easy to see this being used for children with attention problems or those suffering illness." --Library Journal"This useful manual will help parents and their children practice mindfulness together, whether they're seated at the dinner table or on meditation cushions." --Yoga Journal

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Book SynopsisIs this the right book for me?Whether you are contemplating private education or trying to secure a place in the best local school, this book will give you proven strategies for success. This book will help you pick a school in which your child will flourish, and give you the full low-down on how to play the system to secure your child''s place. If your child faces an entrance exam or interview there is a thorough guide to tuition, coaching and performance; and, should you need it, there is a comprehensive guide to making a successful appeal. Get Your Child into the School You Want includes:Chapter 1: Getting startedChapter 2: Understanding the different types of secondary schoolsChapter 3: How to shortlist the right school for your childChapter 4: How to fill in the application forms successfullyChapter 5: How to help your child pass the examinationsChapter 6: Success at school interviewsChapter 7: ResultsTable of Contents : 1. Introduction : 2. Preparing the ground for a successful application : 3. How to make a shortlist of possible ‘right’ schools : 4. How to successfully fill in the forms : 5. How to pass the examinations : 6. Success at school interviews : 7. Results : 8. How to appeal, or find an alternative : 9. Advice for children with special needs and those with statements : 10. Successfully preparing my child for the changes in year 7 : 11. Taking it further

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Book SynopsisSimple strategies to take the hassle out of homework and help your child succeed at school.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the International Federation for Family Development Award.When Dr Tom Harrison, a leading expert in the field of character education and the Internet, bought his daughter her first smartphone, a major milestone had been reached: she had entered the ''cyber-world''. Harrison no longer needed to know what to think; he needed to know what to do. This is the first practical book of its kind to show parents and teachers how to develop character as the foundation for helping young people to thrive in their online interactions. It answers the question: How do we prepare our children to do the right thing when no one is watching?Based on his own experience as a parent, more than a decade of research and thousands of conversations with parents, teachers, children and policymakers, the REACT and THRIVE models have been developed to engage with character, wellbeing, social and emotional learning, ethics and digital citizenship - all the ingredients for Trade ReviewEvery parent is nervous about how their child will cope with the online world. Based on his work on building character and a desire for every child to flourish, Tom Harrison is just the right person to show us how the next generation can navigate cyberspace and thrive in doing so -- The Rt Hon Baroness Nicky MorganIn the fourth industrial revolution it is vital our children develop the character and human strengths that will enable them to flourish online. This book makes a compelling case for why character matters, as well as clearly showing how parents and teachers can help their children to use digital technologies wisely -- Sir Anthony SeldonAs a parent, I know how important it is to help young people flourish in the increasingly digital world in which they're growing up. In his new book, Tom Harrison shows us how the theory of character development - which can be traced back to the ancients - is more relevant to this task than ever. The book provides a practical guide for parents and young people on how to develop the wisdom and skills needed to navigate the internet, with all the opportunities and risks it provides. I highly recommend this book to all parents and teachers -- Lord O'ShaughnessyWhile guides to keeping children safe on the internet abound, children deserve more - they deserve to flourish in the online spaces that form part of everyday life in the twenty-first century. Tom Harrison's THRIVE is a much-needed guide for parents, teachers and others seeking to help children cultivate the habits, virtues and practical judgment needed to live wisely and well in digital environments -- Professor Shannon Vallor, Baillie Gifford Chair in the Ethics of Data and Artificial IntelligenceTHRIVE seamlessly weaves together timely insights from research on digital life, timeless ethical principles and actionable advice to help parents guide their children on the path to cyber-wisdom and, ultimately, to thrive. Tom Harrison draws from his own experiences raising children in a connected world and his deep expertise in virtue ethics and character education to create a compelling "how to" guide for parents -- Dr Carrie James, Principal Investigator at Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of EducationTHRIVE demonstrates the need for parents and teachers to take an active part in helping children to develop into good "cyber-citizens." The Internet offers temptations to a new generation that their parents and teachers may not have encountered. This sentence stayed with me: "Many children I interviewed said they had been involved with saying nasty things to others online because their friends encouraged them to." That's how easy it can be. Fortunately, Dr Harrison's work offers us strong and positive ways to "reclaim the language of virtue" -- Naomi Stadlen, author of What Mothers LearnTHRIVE is practical, realistic and sound. Tom Harrison's ideas resonate with my own experiences as a mother and educator of adolescents and his parenting tools will be as effective in everyday life as in the digital world. Your child will thank you for reading this -- Kim McCabe, founder of Rites for Girls and author of From Daughter to WomanFinally, a practical guide that not only tells us why our kids need to learn to become good cyber-citizens, but actually gives us the tools for how to do it! In two easy-to-remember acronyms, REACT and THRIVE, Tom empowers parents to enter our children's cyber worlds with pro-activity and positivity rather than fear and negativity. He shows us how we can practically foster the wisdom in our kids that is so necessary in making good decisions in the cyber world on their own. This book is extremely relevant and I highly recommend it for parents and teachers -- Jessica Joelle Alexander, bestselling author of The Danish Way of Parenting

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Book SynopsisBy Alexa Baracaia, winner of the 2022 Free From Hero AwardThe discovery that your child has a serious food allergy can be life-changing, accompanied as it often is by an emergency dash to the hospital, the acquisition of several EpiPens, and a large dose of anxiety. My Family and Food Allergies is for anyone caring for, or close to, a child with food allergies. It covers every aspect of the journey from diagnosis to helping your child on the path to independence. First and foremost, it is aimed at parents but it is also a must-read for grandparents, friends, teachers and others keen to learn more about living with food allergies. It is bursting with practical tips and expert advice on how to navigate each fresh milestone and challenge, including school care plans, understanding where the real risks are (and what is manageable) and how to handle things like school bake sales, celebratory occasions and birthday parties. It features failsafe recipes for every occasion, including the best 'free from' birthday cake recipe ever, as well as advice on travel and flying, on what to look for in accommodation and a mini-allergy-friendly guide for resorts such as Disneyland, restaurant chains, and so on. With an outline of what we can hope for the future, where the science is now, and what the experts predict will happen in the battle against severe food allergies, this really is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to safely support and inform their child on the path to independence.Trade ReviewAlexa gives you instant confidence. Her research is exceptional, and the organisation of the material... is flawless. Despite the volume (300-odd pages) it never feels overwhelming, thanks to Alexa's readable, clear style, which blends well-explained science and medicine, gem after gem of useful information on everything an allergy family might need. * Alex Gazzola, 'Allergy Insight' *A must-read for anyone living with a food allergy... the author's own experiences shine light on a positive future living with allergy, after a daunting diagnosis. * Nutfreeliving.co.uk *[I] endorse this new book, it covers many topics that will be of great use to allergy families and does so in a very accessible way, well done. * George du Toit, Professor of Paediatric Allergy, Kings College London, Evelina London, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust *

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Book Synopsis'There are few parenting books that hit the mark and this is one of them!' Dr ShefaliWe can't always plan for what's next - that's been made more and more clear in the past few years. The truth is that life is never predictable, especially for parents. What is possible is an unlimited capacity for compassion and caring - for yourself and your children. As you navigate the uncertainty with openness and humility, you find the clarity, connection, and community that is Zen Parenting. Using the seven chakras, therapist Cathy Cassani Adams discusses parenting issues such as school pressure, self-care, emotional intelligence, anxiety, sexuality and gender, and more, while offering concrete examples and strategies to help you wake up to your life as a parent. Zen Parenting guides you to:- Establish your physical, emotional and mental foundation- Practice creativity and how to access your emotions- Develop your sense of self and allow your kids to do the same- Experience openheartedness, empathy and compassion- Discover genuine and meaningful communication- Explore mindfulness, meditation and your own intuition- Connect to something greater than yourselfTrade ReviewThere are few parenting books that hit the mark and this is one of them! This book will give you the real-time tools and awareness to foster a deep and meaningful connection with yourself and your children. A powerful addition to your library! Highly recommended! -- Dr. Shefali Tsabary, author of The Conscious Parent and A Radical AwakeningZen Parenting is a big, beautiful, generous book. Through the intuitively elegant framework of the seven chakras, Cathy Adams offers her reader a wealth of meaningful guidance into one's inner self. She is a calm and gentle teacher, weaving engaging stories and expert advice into a deep and seamless tapestry of personal exploration and parenting wisdom. I learned something new on every page, and felt the peace of knowing I was in the safest, surest hands with this author and this book. Cathy integrates the work of experts in most every field imaginable here, but it's in the sharing of her own experiences that makes each paragraph ring with an absolute and certain truth. I encourage you to protect time to read it slowly, really take it in, and return to it often. This book is my new favorite guide for parenting, to be sure. But it's also a master class in a life well-lived. I love this book. It will become integral to my therapy practice, and my own life. -- Dr. John Duffy, author of Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety and The Available ParentZen Parenting is not a prescriptive parenting method, it's a guidebook to knowing yourself better so you can be the type of parent your kids need. You'll leave this book with the awareness necessary to disrupt old patterns and build relationships with your kids that will make you proud. It's a wholehearted approach to changing the future of our families for generations to come. -- Gemma Hartley, author of Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Women, and the Way ForwardCathy Adams is a gentle, inspiring guide for becoming a more tuned-in, respectful, and connected parent AND human. What I love most about Zen Parenting is Cathy's holistic approach to being present and truly showing up for ourselves and our families, no matter how messy, no matter how challenging. This book is a unique offering in the parenting space that focuses on our relationship with ourselves, which is, of course, where being a Zen parent has to begin. -- Debbie Reber, founder, Tilt Parenting, author, Differently WiredZen Parenting offers supportive and empathetic guidance that readers will recognize from the Zen Parenting podcast. Drawing from her own experiences with parenting, her mindfulness practice and her work as a therapist, Cathy Cassani Adams shows us a path to support and nurture our children by understanding ourselves and re-envisioning our daily parenting journey as a practice, not a destination. By diving into our own joys, fears, shame and longing, and being more observant and curious about our children, we can do a better job empathizing with and supporting our children as they unfold into the fullness of their identities. -- Devorah Heitner, PhD, author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World and founder of Raising Digital NativesI have known Cathy Adams for years, and what I admire most about her is how she infuses everything she does with generosity and care. She is as humble as she is wise. Zen Parenting is a beautifully written guide to the parental self-awareness that our kids deserve us to cultivate within ourselves. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, this book will help you bring gentleness and authenticity to yourself and your children. -- Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, author, Loving Bravely and Taking Sexy Back; Host, Reimagining Love PodcastZen Parenting takes parents on a journey of self-reflection, but also gives practical tools for how to use that reflection to enhance your parenting. This will be one of the books I recommend to my parents and families. -- Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, author of Shame-Proof ParentingA sensible, beautiful book, Zen Parenting gives parents what we crave most: a reprieve from our near-constant angst and uncertainty. Readers will be comforted by Adams' relatable style, compassionate tone, and brilliant insights. This fresh take on ancient wisdom is so chock-full of fascinating research, I found myself pausing every few pages to text friends a new statistic or data point. A much needed reminder that good parenting is a practice, not an outcome, Zen Parenting readers are bound to feel more assured, purposeful, and confident even shortly after they begin reading. -- Michelle Icard, author Fourteen Talks by Age FourteenZen Parenting gives us the tools to focus on what is truly important as we raise our children. Be curious, accept life's uncertainties and have the courage to ask yourself hard questions so that you can be the parent you want to be for your child. In a world where parents too often feel unsure, judged or overwhelmed, Zen Parenting gives us a way forward filled with substance, and common sense wisdom. I think this is a wonderful book for any parent! -- Rosalind Wiseman, Author of Queen Bees and Wannabees, Founder of Cultures of Dignity

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Book SynopsisStories of children adopted from China due to the rigorous once child policy. Organised by the intrinsic logic of experience, these recollections from families of adoptive Chinese children are moving, timely and powerful.

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Book SynopsisGiven the daily challenges of raising a child with autism, it’s easy for parents to lose themselves and for their overall quality of life to plummet. Susan Senator interweaves the voices of autism parents, researchers, and professionals to offer guidance and encouragement on how to find happiness and fulfillment in the midst of the struggles of raising an autistic child. Topics include: how to handle feelings of despair and hopelessness; finding fun, even during turbulent times; caring for your marriage; and finding a balance between accepting your child as he or she is and seeking new treatments. To learn  more about the author, visit her website at susansenator.com.

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Book SynopsisThe follow-up support book to Without Shame to help other mothers of addicted children move forward.

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Book SynopsisAn insightful book on healing schooling-caused wounds and creating new societal structures within which to raise children.

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Book SynopsisBeing a mom is HARD—don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. The first few months (or let’s be real, 18 years) after bringing a new baby home can be tiring and messy. Mothers need encouragement, inspiration, and a good laugh. You Got This, Mama!: From Boobs to Blowouts, a Survival Guide for New Mothers is a visual guide to new motherhood with illustrated quotes, hilarious infographics, and encouraging thoughts to power new moms through another day. Real, honest, and beautifully designed, this is the guide for moms that we didn’t know we needed.Trade Review"Swenson's guidebook takes the edge off of serious questions without dismissing the difficulties of infant and self-care... its breakdown of important questions with a best friend's humor and accurate, real-world practicality makes it both useful and entertaining supplemental reading, not to mention a great gift for new parents."-Jennifer Oleinik, Shelf Awareness

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Book SynopsisInfertility affects about 15 percent of couples globally, yet somehow infertility and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) are taboo subjects, often hidden and un-talked about. 1000 Needles: How to Increase Your Odds and Take Control of Your IVF Journey removes the stigma with a touch of sass and an unapologetically honest voice, exploring one couple’s IVF challenges and discoveries in order to normalize the infertility conversation. This guidebook: ·addresses the medical and personal sides of the fertility coin, ·suggests research-backed lifestyle changes to boost your odds of success, ·sifts through drug and treatment options, ·dispels myths, breaks taboos, and more!Most importantly, 1000 Needles offers that elusive kernel of hope, whether you are just beginning IVF or nearing its desperate end. The combination of meticulous research and personal experience that resulted in a successful pregnancy and birth for the author provides a solid cheat sheet of what to expect as you traverse your own IVF journey.

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Book SynopsisGetting a baby to sleep through the night is the dream of every parent, but unsettled, broken nights are more often the reality.Elizabeth Sloane has been giving babies aged six months and over the gift of sleep for over 20 years. With a three-night program designed to lovingly correct any unhealthy sleep habits your child may have developed, Elizabeth's methods have helped break the cycles of sleeplessness, emotional exhaustion and frustration for thousands of babies and their parents, giving them a truly life-changing experience - and proven to work in just three nights. Her program offers a calm, committed and consistent approach to sleep training for all families in need of the Gift of Sleep.This book contains a step-by-step guide to the Gift of Sleep program, plus modified programs tailored for different age groups, worksheets, meal guides, case studies and FAQs - in short, everything you need to get your baby to learn to self-settle and sleep all night, every night.

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Book SynopsisIn Inspired Parenting, psychologist and mother-of-five Dorka Herner shows through practical, everyday examples how we can reflect on our own parenting and see our interactions with our children through fresh eyes. What our children do can reveal much about ourselves as parents: if a five-year-old won't go to sleep alone, who needs evening cuddles, us or him? If we are bothered when our child is bored, is it because we view ourselves as useless unless we are ticking off tasks? If we think our children are careless, is it because we are too perfectionist? By understanding ourselves better, we can see the nuances in how we live together as families and appreciate that our relationships can be complex. By thinking deeply and honestly, we can see more clearly how to build the type of life we want for ourselves and our children, and how to genuinely enjoy the challenges and rewards of raising them. With a down-to-earth and realistic approach, the book invites us to examine the details of parenting and learn valuable lessons about ourselves in the process.

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Book SynopsisMaking infant feeding decisions relies on parents having access to evidence-based information – but when it comes to formula feeding that can be hard to come by. Commercial interests and misunderstandings about the way breastfeeding is promoted can mean that important knowledge about formula feeding is not communicated to parents. Why Formula Feeding Matters aims to address this situation so that parents can make fully informed choices about how they feed their babies. All infants should be fed as safely and effectively as possible, and benefit from the best evidence we have about feeding practices. If you are formula feeding your baby, or thinking about doing so, this book is for you.

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Book SynopsisFeeding your baby is a big part of the first year. It can be an exciting and enjoyable time but also one that can raise many questions and concerns. What to give them? How much? And when? It can feel like everyone has an opinion on what you should do and what worked for them, with a confusing array of information online to wade through. Let’s talk about feeding your baby helps support you through this. Covering breast and formula feeding, mixed feeding, starting solids and more, this supportive and non-judgemental guide brings you the evidence, top tips and lots of support to answer all your feeding questions. Focusing on both the practicalities and emotions attached to feeding decisions, it will answer your questions big and small, supporting you to confidently feed your baby as they grow, in whatever way works for your family. With expert contributors and quotes from parents, Professor Amy Brown’s authoritative but easy-to-read style ensures that this book will inform and reassure anyone wanting to know more about how to support their baby to be a healthy and happy eater however they decide to feed them.

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Book SynopsisWhy is my son so clumsy? Why is my daughter's handwriting so messy? My children only want to play video games: will lack of movement really hurt them?Movement is essential in helping children develop not only motor skills but also intellectual, emotional and social skills. Children learn through 'doing' and play. But a child's journey to learn how to control their body can cause frustration in parents. How often do parents say, "Can you not just sit still?" or treat a grazed knee when children fall over their own feet?By understanding how children develop sensory motor skills -- that is, get information through their senses and respond with their physical body -- parents can start to address and find reassurance about the issues that concern them.In this practical and insightful book, Evelien van Dort's uses her thirty years' experience as a children's physiotherapist, and draws on Rudolf Steiner's theories of child development, to outline how children develop skills such as spatial awareness, balance, coordination and telling right from left. This book will inform and reassure any parent or educator about the impact of a child's movement on their wider learning.Trade Review'An excellent little book that sets out clearly why movement is helpful for children, and how we can support that as parents.'-- Juno'Van Dort's book is informative and pragmatic and the overall tone is warm and calmly reassuring.'-- The Social Artist

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