Children and Teens - Parenting

Following the success of Don'ts for Husbands and Don'ts for Wives a brand new old collection of advice: - from Birth to Weaning - the care of Young Children - Boyhood and Girlhood "Don't wash the baby in hot water, it would weaken and enervate the babe, and thus predispose him to disease. Luke warm rain water will be the best to wash him with." "Don't choose a wetnurse of a consumptive habit. Check if she or any of her family have laboured under "king's evil" ascertaining if there be any seams or swellings about her neck" "Don't ro... read more

Internationally renowned infant specialist Magda Gerber, M.A., the founder of RIE, offers a healthy new approach to infant care based on a profound respect for each baby's individual needs and abilities. First published 1998; this revised edition 2003.

Infant specialist Magda Gerber shows parents her methods for raising a confident, self-motivated child. Based on her decades of observing and working with children and their parents, Gerber's refreshing, "back-to-basics" approach works from the premise that each child is unique and should be allowed to develop at his or her own pace. Parents who attend her workshops at Resources for Infant Educarers in Los Angeles learn to observe and trust their children, trust them to be initiators, explorers, and self-learners, and to assist the... read more

The perfect gift for Mum! 52 Must-dos with Mum is full of fun and thoughtful activities to help you share quality time with your Mum and build a better relationship with her in the process. Every page is illustrated in full colour and invites you to record your experience, creating a keepsake to cherish. This is a fantastic way to say ?I love you? and make the feeling last all year.

Steve Biddulph, the favourite number one name in parenting psychology - and bestselling author of "Raising Boys" - examines how different childcare options are likely to affect you and your child in this rivetting and highly topical book. This topical book tackles a key issue all new parents face. Steve Biddulph looks at childcare choices and the dilemmas that so often arise: - 'I want to stay at home with my child but don't know how I can' - 'I don't know what is better: nursery, creche or childminder' - 'if other people look afte... read more

When does normal teenage behaviour become something more serious, something that parents really do need to worry about and step in to deal with? From ADHD and eating disorders to depression, drug taking and suicide, Australia's leading authority on adolescent mental health talks parents through the issues. In his down-to-earth, accessible style, he offers practical advice on how to detect early warning signs, and most importantly, advises what to do when things really are going dangerously wrong.

All parents want their toddlers to be healthy, happy eaters but mealtimes can often end in a battle of wills. Gina Ford's "Top Tips for Fussy Eaters" offers parents practical, straightforward advice on turning those difficult mealtimes into happy family occasions. Gina's no-nonsense quick and easy tips will help you to: create food that is fun to eat, yet healthy and nutritious; make mealtimes less stressful; and encourage your child to eat fruit and vegetables. This handy guide offers sensible solutions to help you cope with your ... read more

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One of the most challenging and problematic issues facing us today is the increasing rate of youth depression and the high suicide rates of our young people. When most parents only want their teenagers to be happy, it is distressing to know that 1 in 5 teenagers will experience major depression before they are 18 years of age and that the chance of a child developing depression has tripled in the last 30 years. Depression is also particularly prevalent in girls; staggeringly, over 340,000 prescriptions of antidepressants were writt... read more

This title talks about caring for your baby, body and mind during pregnancy. From parenting Guru Dr Miriam Stoppard comes the "Trusted Advice" series; providing warm and reassuring advice and guidance for every step of the way. With a fresh, contemporary feel and affordable price, these books are perfect for reading cover to cover or to dip in and out of for quick reference. Focusing on diet, exercise and emotional preparation for parenthood, Miriam guides you through each phase of your pregnancy. Every aspect of your physical and ... read more

"Savvy Auntie" is the first go-to source for taking delight in the Savvy Auntie lifestyle, based on the popular website and written by America's foremost expert on modern Aunthood, Melanie Notkin. Whether she's an Auntie by Relation or Auntie by Choice, a Long-Distance Auntie or a Gay Auntie, America's fastest growing segment of women, the PANK (Professional Aunt No Kids), needs guidance and advice when it comes to the kids she adores. Why should their parents know all the secrets? "Savvy Auntie" empowers sophisticated, educated, a... read more

Children need exercise, not just to stimulate their bodies but to stimulate their brains as well. The first five years of a child's life are now seen as crucial to later health, well-being and success. Margaret Sasse has had decades of practical experience in the area of child development, and in training parents and teachers on the importance of healthy food and exercise. Smart Start is a practical guide for parents on how to give their children the best start in life, with down-to-earth advice on diet and exercise to encourage op... read more

'Fiona Thomas Hargraves' Fit and Fabulous: For life after babies is concise, factual, instructive, and, above all, respectful of women. It guides rather than directs. Written with warmth, humour and attention to detail, this book is a valuable guide for all women.' - Dr Vijay Roach, Obstetrician, Chairman, The Gidget FoundationWhether you are a stay-at-home mum of one baby with a partner who comes home on time every day or a single working mum of four, mothering is the busiest job you'll ever have. It's 24-7 and relentless. And whe... read more

Teaching your child about sex can be a rewarding, relationship-strengthening experience. You just need to be equipped with the right tools: clear, easy-to-explain information; critical questions to ask; good timing; and a sense of humor. <br> Often touched on only lightly in schools, sexual knowledge is one of the most important parts of your child's education. Help encourage positive thought, relationships, and decision-making with Dr Berman's resourceful, reassuring, and comprehensive new book.

Stepfamilies are currently the fastest growing family type in the UK, with current estimates suggesting that 1 in 10 of all families are now stepfamilies. Yet despite the ever-growing number of stepfamilies, there remains a dearth of information and support for them. "How to be a Happy Stepmum" provides the first step in this support by guiding stepmothers through the pitfalls of adapting to stepfamily life; firstly by identifying what type of stepmother they are and then by addressing each of the recognised factors related to beco... read more

Why do girls do increasingly well at school, yet men still dominate senior positions in adult life? In this provocative and original book, Susan Pinker examines how fundamental gender differences play out at school and at work.In "The Sexual Paradox", psychologist Susan Pinker explores the latest findings of the science of sex differences. Comparing the lives of promising schoolgirls who later opt out of successful careers with those of troubled schoolboys who go on to achieve highly in the workplace, she argues that our biology ca... read more

Does your teenager sometimes leave you feeling so far out of your depth your head hurts? Has your teenage son lost the gift of speech? Does your teenage daughter blame you for everything, including global warming? Ever found yourself being frowned at, scowled at, or just plain screamed at for no good reason? Welcome to the teenage years - you are not alone.
Nigel Latta has worked extensively with teenagers, and has seen every kind of kid, family, and problem you could possibly imagine - and many you probably couldn't. In thi... read more

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This timeless parenting book combines beautiful photographs with essential messages and facts from neuroscience.

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