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Summaries of books by Sarah Ockwell-Smith:

Gentle Discipline

Using Emotional Connection--Not Punishment--to Raise Confident, Capable Kids
Sarah Ockwell-Smith
The book provides parents with strategies to discipline their children in a nurturing way, focusing on understanding and responding to children's emotions rather than resorting to punishment. It offers practical advice and techniques to help parents foster strong relationships with their children, encouraging cooperation and emotional growth.
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The Gentle Sleep Book

Gentle, No-Tears, Sleep Solutions for Parents of Newborns to Five-Year-Olds
Sarah Ockwell-Smith
The book provides a compassionate approach to helping young children sleep without resorting to the cry-it-out method, offering practical advice and evidence-based solutions tailored to the developmental stages of children from birth to age five. It covers topics such as understanding sleep biology, setting realistic expectations, and creating a calming bedtime routine to foster a peaceful sleep environment for both children and parents.
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The Second Baby Book

How to cope with pregnancy number two and create a happy home for your firstborn and new arrival
Sarah Ockwell-Smith
The book provides guidance on managing the challenges of having a second child, addressing concerns such as preparing the firstborn for a sibling and balancing attention between two children. It offers practical advice on pregnancy, birth, and adjusting family dynamics to foster a nurturing environment for both the newborn and the older sibling.
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