Summaries of books about Parenting & Pregnancy:
Love Her Well
10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter
Kari Kampakis
The book provides practical advice and insights for mothers on how to build strong, positive relationships with their teenage daughters. It offers ten specific strategies to foster communication, understanding, and mutual respect, aiming to help mothers navigate the challenges of parenting through the teen years while maintaining a joyful connection.
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Don't Call Me Mum
A gripping page-turner about life with an ADHD son
Maria Frankland
The book chronicles the emotional journey of a family navigating the challenges of raising a son with ADHD, detailing the impact on relationships, the struggle for support and understanding, and the resilience required to manage daily life. It provides an intimate look at the highs and lows experienced by parents as they advocate for their child in a world that often misunderstands the complexities of ADHD.
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Positive Parenting
An Essential Guide
Rebecca Eanes
The book provides a comprehensive approach to raising children with empathy, focusing on building strong, respectful relationships between parents and their children. It offers practical strategies for discipline without punishment, fostering emotional intelligence, and creating a nurturing family environment based on mutual respect and connection.
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Thrivers
The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine
Michele Borba
The book explores the seven character traits that set successful children apart and how parents and educators can nurture these qualities to help kids overcome challenges and thrive in a rapidly changing world. It provides practical advice and strategies based on scientific research to help children build resilience, empathy, and confidence.
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How to Choose the Sex of Your Baby
Fully revised and updated
Landrum B. Shettles|David M. Rorvik
The book provides a guide on influencing the gender of a future child through timing of intercourse, sexual positions, and dietary choices based on the Shettles Method. It includes scientific explanations, success rates, and updated research to assist couples in increasing the likelihood of conceiving a boy or girl according to their preference.
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Hands Free Mama
A Guide to Putting Down the Phone, Burning the To-Do List, and Letting Go of Perfection to Grasp What Really Matters!
Rachel Macy Stafford
The book provides strategies and personal anecdotes to encourage parents to disconnect from digital distractions and engage more deeply with their children and daily lives. It emphasizes the importance of presence, connection, and self-forgiveness over striving for perfection in parenting and personal endeavors.
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101 Games and Activities for Children With Autism, Asperger’s and Sensory Processing Disorders
Tara Delaney
The book provides a collection of engaging games and activities specifically designed to aid the development of children with autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing issues. These resources focus on enhancing motor skills, social interaction, and communication while also offering strategies for managing sensory challenges.
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Home Birth On Your Own Terms
A How To Guide For Birthing Unassisted
Heather Baker
The book serves as a comprehensive guide for expectant mothers considering unassisted childbirth, providing practical advice, step-by-step instructions, and personal insights to help them prepare for and navigate the process of giving birth at home without professional medical assistance. It covers topics such as prenatal preparation, the stages of labor, potential risks, and postpartum care, aiming to empower women with the knowledge and confidence to have a self-directed birth experience.
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Turn Autism Around
An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism
Mary Lynch Barbera
The book provides a step-by-step guide for parents to help children with early signs of autism, focusing on practical strategies to improve communication, behavior, and social skills. It emphasizes early intervention techniques, including assessment tools and teaching methods, to empower parents to take an active role in their child's development.
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Jo Frost's Toddler Rules
Your 5-Step Guide to Shaping Proper Behavior
Jo Frost
The book provides a five-step program for parents to address and manage common toddler behavioral issues, such as tantrums, mealtime, and bedtime struggles. It offers practical advice and strategies for establishing routines, promoting good habits, and creating a balanced approach to discipline.
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