Infant Development

Es gibt Kinder, die wissen schon früh ganz genau, was sie wollen. Diesen selbstbestimmten Kindern ist es wichtig, dass man sie ernst nimmt. Den besonderen Bedürfnissen dieser Kinder gerecht zu werden, stellt Eltern nicht selten vor große Herausforderungen. Der renommierte Familientherapeut Jesper Juul plädiert für ein offenes und authentisches Miteinander anstelle von Machtkämpfen, Manipulation oder gar Kapitulation.

There's always that moment as a parent when you feel like no matter how hard you're trying, you just can't quite get it 'right'. But the fact is, parenting is hard and once we know this and why, we can forgive ourselves for finding it a struggle, and start to look for the things that make parenting a joy. Parenting for Humans is a book first and foremost for parents. It explores what we bring to the parenting journey and how we can gain confidence in ourselves not just as parents, but as whole human beings.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Exhausted from inevitable tantrums, picky eating, toilet-training mishaps, sleep problems, and random acts of defiance that come with raising a toddler? Parenting is the hardest job you’ll ever have and these earliest days are some of the most difficult. Long before your child reaches their teenage years, they will begin to take those first steps towards independence. As they grow, they begin testing boundaries in new and often frustrating ways.

Revised and updated, this classic audiobook is one of the first recommended to newly bereaved parents to offer guidance in decision-making after their baby’s death and to assist caregivers as they support families. Empty Arms encourages families to meet their babies and say hello before rushing to say goodbye.

Exhausted? Sleep-deprived? Feeling like your sanity is taking a permanent vacation? You're not alone! If the world of raising infants and toddlers feels like a chaotic whirlwind of diaper changes, feeding frenzies, and endless tantrums, this book is your lifeline. Forget picture-perfect parenting manuals and unrealistic expectations. This hilarious guide is your survival raft in the wild waters of early parenthood. Packed with practical tips and strategies, all delivered with a healthy dose of humor, it'll help you navigate the mess and emerge a stronger, more confident parent (and maybe ...

Practicing GP, mother of two and Instagram’s popular doctor Preeya Alexander is a refreshing new voice in the parenting space. Her hands-on, inclusive and down-to-earth advice, combined with a big dose of fun, is the ultimate survival guide for the first two years of parenting. Preeya offers straightforward and trustworthy information about looking after both babies and new parents. From postpartum care and mastitis to feeding and sleep problems, nothing is off limits.

Potty training a three-year-old can be a rewarding but challenging process. A comprehensive guide on this topic typically emphasizes understanding your child's readiness, creating a supportive environment, and establishing a consistent routine. By following these principles, parents can help their children transition from diapers to using the toilet with confidence and ease.

Are you constantly battling with breastfeeding latches, worried about milk supply, or feeling the excruciating discomfort that comes with nursing? Do you often question if you should even continue down this challenging path? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you are far from alone. Research indicates that 70% of new mothers face significant breastfeeding challenges. Yet despite these struggles, the benefits of breastfeeding for both mom and baby are overwhelmingly clear.

Learn gentle, loving, tear-free techniques and a proven formula, developed by world-renowned parenting expert Elizabeth Pantley and tested by hundreds of families around the world, to allow your baby, toddler, or preschooler to get daily restorative rest essential for their mood, well-being, and development.

Melissa Harris’s dream of being a mother again shatters when a fertility doctor tells her she may never have another child due to a physical anomaly in her uterus. Determined to persevere, she undergoes nine surgeries and a year of fertility treatments until she finally gets a positive pregnancy test—only to miscarry both twins within the first fifteen weeks. When what she’s decided will be her last attempt results in her finally becoming pregnant, she’s told that this baby, Sam, is also at risk.

Do you want to calm the chaos in your house without struggle or guilt? Are you tired of being an irritable, reactive, and restless parent? Do you want to create a deeper connection and meaningful relationship with your child? This essential guide will help you unlearn reactive parenting and keep your cool even in the middle of chaos. The book is packed with powerful evidence-based, practical methods to help raise confident, responsible, and resilient humans.

I have found that the best birth plan is to let life happen. Listen and learn as much information as possible, and be ready for anything that might come up. I hope to give you, the parents, and your family a little insight into the workings of the NICU and your role in your baby's early life. Learn how to give your breast milk, touch, and ralk to your baby—how, why, and when.

All parents want a definitive set of steps to prevent reactions without sacrificing the crucial rules and boundaries kids need to thrive. Most parents are looking for what I call a “mindful authority”. Each tip the author includes uses a situation from real life to share how to address the intense emotions of early childhood and school-age children so that your child becomes independent, respectful, responsible, and capable of succeeding in the world.

For babies, like for all living things, being fed is best. But the current stringent focus on exclusive breastfeeding is putting some babies at risk by depriving parents of a full understanding of how to tell when breastfeeding alone doesn't provide enough—and what to do about it. Fed Is Best provides a clear-eyed look at the current messaging and latest scientific research around breastfeeding and formula feeding, to help parents make informed choices about how to best feed their baby based on their individual circumstances.

Written by a Certified Potty Training Consultant, Success with Potty Training, teaches you how to get your child to be motivated, focused, and excited about potty training. Is this some magic? No, well maybe, it's called Play-Based Learning, modeling, and scaffolding, and it works! Testimonials speak volumes about the effectiveness of this method.

Parenting with Focus is the ultimate guide to biblical child training. Featuring a unique technique called “Training Sessions", this practical guide will teach parents how to intentionally train their children’s behavior and their hearts. Also included in this well-researched book is the latest data on the impact of screen time on children and what parents can do to prevent harmful effects. Other topics include:

Perfect for exhausted moms, sleep-deprived dads, caregivers, or anyone who has attempted the impossible task of reasoning with a pajama-clad dictator, Go the F**k to Sleep: Toddler Edition delivers comedy, honesty, and heart in every chapter.

Are sleepless nights taking a toll on your family? Say goodbye to exhaustion and hello to restful nights with "Sweet Dreams Ahead: Mastering Sleep Training for Your Baby." This comprehensive guide empowers parents with the knowledge and tools needed to gently and effectively teach their baby to sleep through the night.

When it comes to baby sleep, Lucy Wolfe has seen - and solved - it all. Her gentle stay-and-support approach has helped thousands of people achieve the holy grail of parenthood: a full night’s sleep! But even with the best routine things can go awry, so in All About the Baby Sleep Solution Lucy addresses the most common problems that interrupt sleep routines.

Are you worried your child isn't reaching their full potential? Do you struggle with meltdowns, defiance, or a lack of motivation? In today's world, raising confident, resilient, and independent kids can feel like an impossible task. But what if there was a proven roadmap to guide you? Raising Kids Who Thrive is your practical, science-backed guide to fostering emotional intelligence, grit, and a growth mindset in your child.