Summaries of books about Parenting & Pregnancy:
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read
THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
Philippa Perry
The book provides guidance on how to develop emotionally healthy relationships with children by understanding one's own upbringing and breaking negative cycles. It emphasizes the importance of emotional attunement, communication, and the recognition of each child as an individual to foster a nurturing family environment.
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My First Book of Baby Signs
40 Essential Signs to Learn and Practice
Lane Rebelo
The book introduces 40 basic American Sign Language (ASL) signs that are useful for communicating with babies and toddlers. It provides clear illustrations and instructions for each sign, along with tips on how to teach and practice them with young children.
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Ina May's Guide to Childbirth
Updated With New Material
Ina May Gaskin
The book offers comprehensive guidance on natural childbirth, combining medical advice with anecdotal narratives to empower expectant mothers. It covers birthing techniques, the role of midwives, and strategies for minimizing pain and intervention during labor.
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No-Drama Discipline
the bestselling parenting guide to nurturing your child's developing mind
Daniel J. Siegel, Tina Payne Bryson
The book provides a compassionate approach to disciplining children, focusing on teaching and building skills rather than punishing. It emphasizes the importance of understanding a child's brain development to effectively resolve conflicts, foster emotional intelligence, and nurture a stronger parent-child relationship.
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Tiny Prisoners
Two siblings trapped in a world of abuse. One woman determined to free them.
Maggie Hartley
The book recounts the harrowing experiences of two young siblings, Evie and Elliot, who are rescued from a life of severe neglect and abuse. Foster carer Maggie Hartley shares the emotional journey of helping the children heal from their traumatic past and the challenges faced in preparing them for a brighter future.
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Finding Chika
A Little Girl, an Earthquake, and the Making of a Family
Mitch Albom
The book tells the true story of Chika, a young Haitian orphan whose life becomes intertwined with the author after a devastating earthquake. It explores themes of love, family, and resilience as the author and his wife attempt to provide Chika with a life-saving medical treatment, deepening their bond and changing their lives forever.
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Beautiful Boy
A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction
David Sheff
The book is a memoir that chronicles a father's emotional journey as he grapples with his son's methamphetamine addiction, detailing the impact of drug abuse on their family life. It explores the themes of love, despair, and hope as the father navigates the challenges of his son's relapses and recoveries.
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The Explosive Child [Sixth Edition]
A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children
Ross W. Greene
The book provides a compassionate approach to parenting children who exhibit challenging behaviors due to poor frustration tolerance and inflexibility, introducing the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) method to help parents and educators work with these children to solve problems collaboratively and build skills. It emphasizes understanding the underlying deficits in flexibility, problem-solving, and frustration tolerance, rather than relying on traditional reward-and-punishment strategies.
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A Mother's Reckoning
Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy
Sue Klebold
The book delves into the personal journey of Sue Klebold, mother of one of the Columbine High School shooters, as she grapples with the grief and confusion following the tragedy. It explores her perspective on mental health, the signs she missed in her son's behavior, and her advocacy for awareness and prevention of future violence.
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Moms on Call | Basic Baby Care 0-6 Months | Parenting Book 1 of 3
Laura Hunter LPN|Jennifer Walker RN BSN
The book provides practical advice and tips for new parents on how to care for infants aged 0-6 months, covering topics such as feeding, sleeping, and basic health care. It offers a straightforward approach to establishing routines and addresses common concerns and challenges faced by new parents during the early stages of their baby's life.
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