Summaries of books about Baby & Toddler Parenting:
French Kids Eat Everything
How Our Family Moved to France, Cured Picky Eating, Banned Snacking, and Discovered 10 Simple Rules for Raising Happy, Healthy Eaters
Karen Le Billon
The book chronicles a family's journey as they adapt to French food culture, which transforms their children's eating habits from picky to diverse and healthy. It outlines ten practical rules the family learns, including no snacking and the importance of communal meals, to encourage a balanced approach to food and eating.
See full summary
NURSIES WHEN THE SUN SHINES
A LITTLE BOOK ON NIGHTWEANING
Katherine Havener
The book is a gentle and supportive story aimed at helping young children understand and accept the process of night weaning. It uses soothing illustrations and comforting language to ease the transition from nursing at night to sleeping through without feeding.
See full summary
Busy Toddler's Guide To Actual Parenting
From Their First "No" to Their First Day of School
Susie Allison
The book provides practical advice and activities for parents to navigate the early years of child-rearing, focusing on fostering independence, creativity, and learning through play. It includes tips on managing tantrums, setting routines, and preparing children for school with a realistic and approachable parenting style.
See full summary
Raising Your Spirited Child
A Guide for Parents Whose Child Is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, and Energetic
Mary Sheedy Kurcinka
The book provides strategies and insights for parents to understand and nurture their high-energy, sensitive, and intense children, often referred to as "spirited." It offers practical advice on managing daily challenges and fostering a supportive environment that allows spirited children to thrive.
See full summary
The Sleep Lady's Good Night, Sleep Tight
Gentle Proven Solutions to Help Your Child Sleep Without Leaving Them to Cry it Out
Kim West
The book provides a step-by-step guide for parents to help their children develop healthy sleep habits using a gentle and empathetic approach, without resorting to the cry-it-out method. It covers strategies for various age groups, from newborns to five-year-olds, offering tailored advice for establishing bedtime routines, naps, and overcoming common sleep challenges.
See full summary
The New Dad's Playbook
Gearing Up for the Biggest Game of Your Life
Benjamin Watson
The book provides practical advice and insights for expectant fathers, covering everything from pregnancy to the early stages of parenthood. It uses sports metaphors to guide new dads through the emotional, physical, and mental preparation needed to support their partners and bond with their newborn children.
See full summary
Why Love Matters
How affection shapes a baby's brain
Sue Gerhardt
The book explores the crucial role of early emotional experiences in the development of a child's brain, emphasizing how affection and nurturing from caregivers directly impact psychological and emotional health. It delves into the science of attachment, neurodevelopment, and the long-term effects of love and stress on infants' future well-being.
See full summary
The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care
Sally Fallon Morell|Thomas S. Cowan
The book provides guidance on nutrition and holistic health care for infants and children, emphasizing traditional dietary practices and natural remedies. It covers topics such as breastfeeding, weaning, immune support, and the introduction of solid foods, with a focus on whole, unprocessed foods and fermented products.
See full summary
The Child Whisperer
The Ultimate Handbook for Raising Happy, Successful, Cooperative Children
Carol Tuttle
The book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding children's personalities through a system of four types, offering tailored advice for parenting each unique type effectively. It emphasizes respectful communication, positive discipline, and nurturing children's individual strengths to foster their happiness and success.
See full summary
You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom
So Embrace the Chaos, Get Over the Guilt, and Be True to You
Leslie Anne Bruce
The book is a candid and humorous guide for new mothers, offering support and advice on navigating the challenges and guilt that come with motherhood. It encourages moms to trust their instincts, embrace imperfections, and find their own path to balance and happiness in parenting.
See full summary