Parenting category: 8337 books

Moms have hundreds of parenting advice books willing to tackle the more cringe-inducing questions of parenthood. But what about books for the other half of the equation: the dads? *Man vs. Child *is a funny, fresh take on the parenting guide, written from the dad’s perspective.   Author and popular...

Have you become one of 'those' parents who just can't seem to keep your cool? You know - that parent you swore you'd never be. Completely over backchat, sibling rivalry, kids not listening and an endless list of frustrating childhood moments, thousands of parents shamefully resort to the habit of yelling...

Having children is no great achievement. Raising them is. But modern parenting gurus usually forget one important lesson: Parents don’t have time to read a 250-page book, extrapolate the information that applies to the specific challenges they face and create a checklist to consult whenever a problem...

Are you a parent wondering how to help your child cope before, during or after a divorce? Is your child’s behavior unrecognizable to you?Divorce hurts.It turns your whole world upside down.It’s hard to imagine the STRESS you will deal with. Think of what your child will go through. They...

A new, multidisciplinary look at GLBT parenting Over the past 30 years, research on gay and lesbian parents has produced findings that challenge deeply rooted beliefs in child psychology about the processes through which parents influence the development of their children. Gay and Lesbian Parenting: New Directions builds on t

Down Syndrome Parenting 101 is a savvy book for parents, grandparents, teachers, and anyone who shares life with a person with Down syndrome! It's full of uplifting advice and best practices gleaned from the author's personal and professional experiences raising a son, now an adult, and teaching educators...

"The drawings aren't very good, Mama." -Crappy Boy, age 5 Of course you love being a parent. But sometimes, it just sucks. I know. I'm Amber Dusick and I started my blog Parenting: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures because I needed a place to vent about the funny (and frustrating)...

Abandon your insecurities. Trust your instincts. Enjoy raising a happy, considerate child. SMART CHILDREARING SENSE FROM THE FOUNDING EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF BABBLE.COM What’s the right way to parent? Any playground or online message board will supply as many opinions as there are adults....

An irreverent look at the rules of raising kids from a regular guy's perspective. The author has all the same problems as you: not enough money, space, or time. But he has still managed to be an extraordinary dad to his three kids. Short, funny, and to the point, You Are Going To Get Poop On...

Have you ever read a parenting book that left you feeling inadequate and/or terrified? In other words, have you ever read any parenting book whatsoever? If so, you need How Not To Kill Your Baby, a hilarious parody of every fear-mongering, crazy-making pregnancy and parenting manual you've...

A paradigm-shifting model of parenting children in two homes from an internationally recognized expert. A researcher, therapist, and mediator, Robert Emery, Ph.D., details a new approach to sharing custody with children in two homes. Huge numbers of children are affected by separation, divorce,...

2012 NAPPA Gold Winner - Who says children don't come with handbooks? This quick how-to guide offers practical tips for communicating effectively, setting boundaries like walls and using acknowledgments instead of constant praise. Loaded with real-life examples and playful illustrations,...

There are two facts that all new parents learn: "Breast is best" and "If momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy." The first is learned from books, nurses, pediatricians, lactation consultants, unsolicited advice from strangers, and embroidered pillows. The second lesson is often...

Parenting is the most difficult and important job one can undertake. While the process of being a parent cannot be described as easy, the formula for success can be quite simple: put in the work when children are little and reap the rewards as they become teens and young adults. Farrah Walters...