Parenting Toddlers

This small book, 40+ pages, is the first title in the “Brief Montessori Introductions” created for busy parents and other educators. Being aware of the meaning of the concepts “Cosmic Education” and “Cosmic Task” is essential in understanding authentic Montessori practice, at home and in school. It is sometimes overlooked, and begins at birth. Susan Mayclin Stephenson tackles a large subject, cosmic education, which Montessori defined as a “unifying global and universal view of the past, present and future.” Stephenson takes the reader from birth to the end of the elementary...

From renowned parent expert Caroline Maguire, Why Will No One Play with Me? is a groundbreaking program that has helped thousands of children struggling with social skills to make friends, find acceptance, and have a happy childhood. Every parent wants their child to be okay - to have friends, to be successful, to feel comfortable in his or her own skin. But many children lack important social and executive functioning skills that allow them to navigate through the world with ease.

In this comparison of the Montessori birth-to-three practices with those of the tradition of Bhutan, as always I completely respect the culture and often benefit from traditional wisdom. In conversations with parents and grandparents around the world where I have explored these questions, it has been very satisfying to learn, together, just when the traditions are truly helpful, and when they might be an example of cutting off the end of the ham to fit the pan, or shaping the child to fit a pre-conceived plan. Montessori education is, and has always been, based on observation and continued ...

Is your two-year-old refusing to eat, throwing tantrums, or saying “no” to everything? Don’t worry—you’re not raising a rebel… you’re raising a healthy child. The Wonderful Chaos of the Twos is the guide every parent needs to understand, support, and even enjoy this intense and incredible stage. With practical tools, science-based insights, and a warm, empathetic tone, this book helps turn every meltdown into a chance for growth and connection. Learn how to: Navigate appetite changes without losing your patience. Handle tantrums without losing your mind. Use “no” wisely to...

New fatherhood is a stressful time. Your partner, who’s growing an entire new human, needs you now more than ever. There’s a lot to prepare before the little one arrives. And soon, you will have this entire new little person who will rely on you for literally everything.

Say goodbye to uncertainty and frustration, and start thriving during the toddler years! Parenting a toddler is like navigating a ship through a stormy sea–both exhilarating and challenging. Every day, you watch them explore, grow, and learn; it can be magical, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. From heightened emotions to finicky eating, and bedtime battles to difficulties with sharing, toddlerhood can be one of the most challenging phases to parent.

A modern parenting classic—a guide to a new and gentle way of understanding the care and nurture of infants, by the internationally renowned childcare expert, podcaster, and author of No Bad Kids.

Discover a Simpler, More Connected Way to Parent — In Just 5 Minutes a Day Are you tired of power struggles, tantrums, and feeling overwhelmed as a parent? Wish you could hit a "reset" button for your family’s daily chaos? Mindful Parenting by Sage Monroe delivers real-world solutions to everyday parenting stress—without requiring hours of meditation or complicated routines. ✅ Backed by science. Rooted in compassion. ✅ Designed for real parents in real life. In this heartfelt, practical guide, you’ll learn how to: Diffuse meltdowns with the S.T.O.P. method Reconnect with your ...

Led by a multidisciplinary team of licensed pediatric feeding professionals, Solid Starts has emerged as the go-to resource for modern families searching for a research-based approach to solid food introduction to babies. In their debut book, they debunk the myth that “baby food” is necessary and show how, from the moment that baby is ready to begin the transition from breast or bottle to solid food, baby can enjoy almost any food—the same food that you want to eat—with some basic safety modifications.

The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems is an in-depth look at the most challenging issues faced by parents of babies and young children today. The book goes beyond the basics introduced in her first two books, becoming a compendium of specific and targeted parenting strategies. Each chapter tackles a different topic, from teaching babies to sleep, feeding techniques, potty training, and much more.

Parents love this book because it puts them in control; experts love it because it's based on the latest medical research and recommendations from leading health organizations. Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the information and guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period - decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, and values.

¿Ha oído hablar de la crianza positiva? ¿Quiere aprender más al respecto? Incluso si no lo ha escuchado, no tiene de qué preocuparse porque Criar a niños pequeños: Una guía para usar la disciplina positiva y criar a niños con buena autoestima, con consejos para enseñarle a dormir solo, controlar los berrinches, y enseñarle a usar el baño, contiene toda la información necesaria. Este libro será su guía y proporcionará información útil sobre cómo criar a un niño pequeño utilizando la disciplina positiva.

A lo largo de estos últimos años he podido especializarme en el acompañamiento de todo tipo de destete: nocturno, dirigido por la madre, de urgencia, desde los primeros días hasta en niños mayores. Todos los bebés y todas las madres van a pasar por un destete. A pesar de ello, nadie le presta suficiente atención a esta etapa. Aquí las recomendaciones deben ser casi individualizadas. Este libro tiene en cuenta esa necesidad de individualización y ofrece consejos específicos que son de utilidad para todas las madres.

This best-selling guide on newborns is now fully revised and updated with the essential information new parents need. Written by pediatricians who are also parents, Heading Home with Your Newborn covers everything from feeding and dressing, to diapering and bathing, and from crying and sleep to travel and activities.

The Tiny Potty Training Book answers all of these questions and more, empowering parents with accurate information and step-by-step guidance to potty train with confidence at any age. With this book, parents can complete potty training in an average of seven days, without force, coercion, sticker charts, or bribery.

When your baby is unhappy, you're unhappy. Learn the experts' secrets to soothing your fussy little one, for happier days and more restful nights! Whether your baby is colicky, fussy, or just plain cranky, the proven techniques in The CALM Baby Method will help you both feel better.

As a research neuroscientist, Lise Eliot has made the study of the human brain her life's work. But it wasn't until she was pregnant with her first child that she became intrigued with the study of brain development. She wanted to know precisely how the baby's brain is formed, and when and how each sense, skill, and cognitive ability is developed. And most importantly, she was interested in finding out how her role as a nurturer can affect this complex process.

Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD. is a neuroscientist, doula, and parent. Her work began with the goal of developing new treatments for poor mental health; she dreamed of creating a new medication to address conditions like anxiety, depression, addiction, and chronic stress. Over time, she realized that science had already uncovered a powerful medicine for alleviating mental health struggles, but the answer wasn’t a pill. It was a preventative approach: when babies' receive nurturing care in the first three years of life, it builds strong, resilient brains.

From successful parents, learn how to train up your children rather than discipline them. With humor and real-life examples, this book shows you how to train your children before the need to discipline arises. Be done with corrective discipline; make them allies rather than adversaries. The stress will be gone, and your obedient children will praise you and bring joy and peace into your home.

Being a dad can be extremely challenging, especially for a first-time parent. Toddlers don’t come with a manual, and kids grow and learn at their own pace, but the role of a parent in that process is incredibly important. By participating and encouraging their growth, you’re doing your child a huge favor, and they’ll likely thank you for it when they’ve grown up to be successful, accomplished adults. There are plenty of resources out there, but it’s hard to find the answers you’re looking for from a dad’s perspective.