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The Family Lawyer’s Guide to Separation and Divorce: How to Get What You Both Want
By Laura Naser. 2019
Your family lawyer in a book.Whether you are married or living together – with children or without, if you are…
thinking about or are in the process of splitting up, this book is for you. When a relationship breaks down it’s hugely stressful and emotional – and often very confusing. Who gets to keep what? Will I ever see my kids? What needs to happen and when? What if things get nasty? This all-encompassing book, by family lawyer Laura Naser with years of experience helping couples reach the best solution possible, is here to bring calm and clarity, whatever the situation. She will guide you through the entire process from making sure this is what you really want and knowing what’s at stake, through to detailing all your options (whether you are married or not), what to do and in what order, and with a specific focus on co-parenting, managing money, social media, effective communication and how to resolve tricky issues that come up along the way. See this book as your trusted companion and guide - everything you need to know to get through this and thrive is right here.Flesh and Blood: The Harrowing and Moving Story of a Mother's Fight to Bear Her Late Husband's Children
By Diane Blood Author. 2004
Diane Blood first hit the headlines in 1996 when she went to court to fight for the right to use…
her late husband's sperm to try for the child they had planned together before his sudden death from meningitis. Diane's case caused an ethical storm and was debated in the courts, in Parliament and in the media. With huge public support, yet against almost impossible odds, she won on appeal and went on to have two miraculous little boys. The legal battles were not over, however, as the law still prevented Diane from naming the boys' father on their birth certificates. After many hurdles and stumbling blocks, she triumphed again and made constitutional history when the Human Fertilisation and Embryology (Deceased Fathers) Act finally came into force on 1 December 2003 and she was allowed to re-register her children's births. Flesh and Blood asks many important questions and helps provide some of the answers. It shows how controversial policies are made that affect all our lives. Beyond that, it is a simple story of life, death and procreation: an incredibly vivid account written by the woman who lived through the despair and jubilation.If you've ever taken a child (or sat near one) on public transport - you know how important this book…
is. Five Minute Mum: On the Go is the ultimate companion to any journey, staycation or holiday: 80 games to keep little ones happily - and quietly! - occupied when you're out and about. Also featuring games suitable for big groups on holidays or at parties, this is endless fun for kids, and sanity saving for their grown ups!Ideal for early years to KS1 children who are starting or are already at Reception and KS1 primary school. Phonics!…
Number sentences! Reading schemes! School uniforms! Daisy Upton has two children, and used to be a teaching assistant, so is more than familiar with the reality of being a parent. This book is packed full of games and activities to help children feel confident and excited about learning. They -and you! - will get help with letters, numbers and everything in between.Daisy's games only take five minutes to set up and five minutes to tidy up you can support them at home without wanting to bang your head on the kitchen table. 'I love Five Minute Mum - she's come up with games that are fun and educational' The Unmumsy MumAlso available:Five Minute Mum: Give Me FiveFive Minute Mum: On the GoFive Deep Breaths: The Power of Mindful Parenting
By Dr Genevieve Von Lob. 2017
'Five Deep Breaths is a lifeline for parents' - Georgia Coleridge'A wonderful book' - Gillian AndersonA simple, supportive, down-to-earth guide…
for real-life parenting.Every parent is doing the best they can, but there are times when it feels like nothing you do is ever good enough. Everyone seems to have an opinion and there’s no shortage of advice on how to be a better parent. Raising happy, confident, and resilient children is the most important job in the world – but in our fast-paced, twenty-first-century society, the challenges can feel overwhelming and exhausting: · Do you feel like you’re constantly being judged for the decisions you make?· Are you forever fretting about whether you’re doing enough to help your child through their problems?· Are you struggling to navigate your child’s school pressures or the pitfalls of social media?· Has your home become a combat zone?If you recognise any of these stress points, give yourself a break: this book really can help you.In Five Deep Breaths, clinical psychologist Dr Genevieve von Lob draws on her extensive experience with hundreds of families from all walks of life to provide simple, practical support for parents. Based on mindfulness, psychology and neuroscience, this reassuring guide will show you how to be kinder to yourself and trust your own judgement when dealing with dilemmas every parent faces. Examples based on real mums and dads show how to defuse tension, drama and anxiety in the home. Stressed-out parents will discover a sense of confidence, calm and balance – both for themselves and their children.The Fertility Book: Your definitive guide to achieving a healthy pregnancy
By Adam Balen, Grace Dugdale. 2021
'This book is an absolute game-changer' - Dr Xand Van Tulleken'Everyone concerned about their fertility should read this book' -…
Dr Raj Mathur, Chair of the British Fertility SocietyThe book you can trust to help you achieve a healthy pregnancy.Whether you are trying for a baby now or preparing for a family in future, The Fertility Book is the no-nonsense guide you need to help you to optimize your chances of a healthy pregnancy. World-renowned fertility consultant Adam Balen and reproductive biologist Grace Dugdale dispel the myths in this comprehensive guide to reproductive health, explaining in easy-to-understand terms the genetic and lifestyle factors at play. They take an honest look at the evidence for both conventional and alternative approaches, equipping you with powerful tools to improve your chances of a natural conception and an understanding of how to create the best environment for a healthy pregnancy. If you do decide to seek help through assisted conception, this book will be with you every step of the way, explaining what treatments are available and how to approach them, so that you can come to an informed decision about what is right for you. Professor Adam Balen and Grace Dugdale have decades of experience helping couples on their journey to conception and beyond. Now in this, their first book for a general readership, they explain everything you need to know to understand your own fertility.Dyslexia: A parents' guide to dyslexia, dyspraxia and other learning difficulties
By Dr Helen Likierman, Valerie Muter. 2002
Many children spend their entire school lives struggling with their school work. Research has shown that at least 10-15 per…
cent of children with apparently normal learning ability will have a significant problem with school learning. They may feel that whatever they do it is not good enough - either for their parents, their teachers or indeed themselves. This can often result in feelings of demoralisation, and even alienation from learning and school. This book aims to address these issues and to help parents understand and deal with them.Dyslexia: A Parents' Guide starts by correcting common misconceptions of learning difficulties that are rife in the press and popular literature, and addresses the conflicting approaches and advice from 'experts'. This authoritative guide then moves through diagnosis – with information on dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, discalculia and more – to offering practical and easy tips to enable parents to help their child overcome their learning difficulty.Both authors are practising psychologists with extensive knowledge and experience of children's learning difficulties. They will show parents how to develop a successful approach to assessing and subsequently managing their child's difficulties.The Down's Syndrome Handbook: The Practical Handbook for Parents and Carers
By Downs Syndrome Association, Dr Richard Newton. 2004
Combining medical knowledge with sympathetic common sense, this completely updated comprehensive handbook offers help and advice to all parents and…
carers of children with Down's syndrome, and shows them how to help their children flourish and reach their full potential. Written in association with the Down's Syndrome Association, this book goes beyond the average introduction to Down's syndrome and addresses the questions, practical or otherwise, that parents will often find themselves asking, and also offers information and advice on a wide variety of related issues, including:--current medical knowledge about the condition--advice on the special care of babies and young children--education and training--emotional and sexual development--integration into societyThe Expectant Dad's Handbook: All you need to know about pregnancy, birth and beyond
By Dean Beaumont. 2013
Becoming a dad can be a daunting time – especially when most pregnancy and parenting information is targeted towards women.…
This exciting new book, from a leading expert in working with expectant dads, doesn’t sideline or speak down to men. Instead it provides an array of targeted information to fully prepare men for their new roles – as both birth partners and fathers.The Expectant Dad’s Handbook is a one-stop guide for men on their path to fatherhood. It provides practical answers to all the questions on the mind of a dad-to-be – from what to expect at each stage of pregnancy to how to cope with any worries and fears about becoming a dad. It also reveals unique insights into a dad’s role during labour, showing key strategies for improving the birth.Both practical and accessible, this guide will provide all the information and advice fathers need for the journey ahead.Easy Weaning: Everything you need to know about spoon feeding and baby-led weaning
By Sara Patience. 2014
Weaning your child has never been so confusing: the government says one thing, an expert says another; some people are…
into baby-led weaning, some swear by purées. Easy Weaning cuts through the noise and provides clear, realistic advice drawn from Sara’s work with thousands of families as a health visitor, nutritionist and nurse. Without seeking to promote one weaning method over another, Easy Weaning equips you with all the information you need to confidently wean and feed your child.· Step by step advice for all the key stages of weaning· How to establish healthy eating patterns· Simple, delicious recipes that all the family can enjoy· Detailed chapters on fussy eating, allergies and intolerances, problem-solving and more!Coping with crying and colic: an easy-to-follow guide
By Siobhan Mulholland. 2008
From the leading publishers of parenting books comes a brand new series of beautifully illustrated and easy-to-follow guides covering all…
the essential phases of childcare. When babies cry too much parents can sometimes worry and misunderstand the reasons for the cries. This comprehensive guide offers parents practical and reassuring advice on why their babies cry and how to respond to and reduce their crying. They will learn to understand certain signals and how best to remedy them to soothe their baby. The book also outlines exactly what colic is, common misconceptions about colic and how best to ease it.Christmas at the Ragdoll Orphanage
By Suzanne Lambert. 2013
Discover a magical true story of the power of love and motherhood . . . 'Filled with warmth and love,…
and is so life-affirming' 5***** reader reviewTwo-week-old Suzanne was left at the door of Nazareth House orphanage - abandoned by the very people who should have given her the love, protection and care she desperately needed. But when Nancy - the orphanage nanny - held Suzanne in her arms and looked into her eyes, she felt a magical bond. It seemed that a guardian angel had brought them both together. Yet their future looked uncertain. Would Nancy ever be allowed to adopt tiny Suzanne? And could their love endure all that the years ahead were to send them? A tear-jerking and unforgettable story about the struggles and joys of parenthood and childhood, and how, for an orphan, having somewhere to call home makes every day feel like Christmas. ____________'A fantastic read' 5***** reader review 'Lovingly portrayed' 5***** reader review'Well written, funny and very moving' 5***** reader reviewThe Celtic Baby Names Book
By Various. 2014
There is currently a huge resurgence of interest in genealogy and in searching out one's roots. People are keen to…
delve back to early civilisations from which family ancestors came, hence the fascination with all things Celtic. Drawn from legend, place names, mythology and history, Celtic names reflect the magic and charm of the isles they come from: Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Cornwall, and even Spain and Italy. This unique, enchanting guide draws on Celtic history and culture to provide expectant parents with over 2,500 beautiful, one-of-a-kind Celtic names. Divided by sex with Gaelic spellings and name variations, as well as the origins and meanings of names, The Celtic Baby Names Book is a fun, comprehensive guide to Celtic names.Childhood Development: From Conception to 12 years old
By Joan Gomez. 2011
Every child is completely unique: an individual, developing at their own rate. In this fascinating and thorough investigation of the…
progression of a child's development, from conception to pre-teens Dr Joan Gomez shares with us the joys of being a parent and explains clearly and concisely why what is `normal' development for one child is not necessarily standard for all. Chapters include an assessment of the common milestones and influences on development, at various stages of growth, such as: baby and toddlerhood, the pre-school years, brother and sisters, educational development and pre-adolescence. Practical appendices include reference charts to offer guidance for assessing: teething, sleep patterns, appropriate toys, timing of immunisation and the differences between boys' and girls' growth patterns.For single parent families as well as those with two working parents, organising formal childcare can seem complicated and daunting.…
How are you to navigate your way through all the options available, work out what you can afford and plan all this around you or your partner returning to work?In The Childcare Bible Lucy Martin offers clear, comprehensive guidance on the world of nannies, nurseries, childminders, and much more. As an ex-solicitor, working mother of three children and owner of a successful nanny-finding business Lucy is excellently placed to give you the best advice on how to negotiate the childcare minefield. Having interviewed parents across the country to ensure the widest range of concerns and issues are covered, The Childcare Bible tells you everything you need to know, including:- What types of childcare are available and what they each offer- How to evaluate a childcare provider or childcare setting- What financial support you can get and how it works - How to interview nannies and the relevant employment law issues- How to decide whether returning to work is right for you- What your rights are on returning to workWith checklists and case studies, this essential guide sets out the pros and cons, costs and implications of all available options. Accompanied by a regularly updated website containing the latest legal changes affecting childcare, The Childcare Bible makes organising the right childcare for your family a painless task.Carol Smillie's The Working Mum's Handbook
By Carol Smilie. 2003
Carol Smillie, popular TV presenter and working mother, guides mothers through the practical problems and emotional issues they face when…
returning to work. Her advice will give mothers all the information they need to know on:Achieving a work-life balanceMaternity leave and pay, parental leave and tax creditsChoosing suitable childcareSurviving the nine-to-five, or finding a job after a career breakStreamlining household chores, cooking and entertainingFully revised and updated to include all the latest information on mothers' rights at work and the benefits they're entitled to.Caring for your baby: an easy-to-follow guide
By Naia Edwards. 2008
From the leading publishers of parenting books comes a brand new series of beautifully illustrated and easy-to-follow guides covering all…
the essential phases of childcare. This first book offers parents gentle, practical and reassuring advice on every aspect of the day-to-day needs of their baby, from holding, bathing and soothing to vaccinations and key developmental milestones. Guiding them from that exciting moment when they arrive home from hospital through to the their first birthday, Caring for your baby is the only babycare book parents need to sail through that first year with calm and confidence.The Calm and Happy Toddler: Gentle Solutions to Tantrums, Night Waking, Potty Training and More
By Dr Rebecca Chicot. 2015
Child development expert Dr Rebecca Chicot shares with you the secrets to calm and stress-free toddler parenting. Based on her…
unique parent–toddler approach, she reveals that by understanding how your toddler thinks and what changes he is going through, you can respond with confidence and stop sweating the small stuff. Whether you need help with tantrums, night waking, potty training or fussy eating, inside you’ll find: · A toddler toolkit to help you cope with every toddler scenario · A fire-fighting guide to hand-hold you through the classic toddler challenges; No! Now! Mine! Yuk! · A toddler development map to show you how your toddler is changing, what stage they are at, and how to best to enjoy and encourage their mental, social and emotional development The Calm and Happy Toddler is the ‘how to’ and ‘why’ of toddler parenting: read this book to understand your toddler, get on the same team and thrive together.The Bump Class: An Expert Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond
By Marina Fogle, Dr Chiara Hunt. 2016
"This is one of the best books I have read on the subject" The Sun"Fresh, witty and reassuringly down-to-earth" You…
MagazineFed up with advice that did not take into account a less than perfect pregnancy, Dr Chiara Hunt and Marina Fogle set up their pregnancy course, The Bump Class, in London in 2013. They wanted to help prepare new mothers thoroughly for the birth of their babies and instil in them the joy and happiness of birth, no matter what the method, time or setting of the labour.This book is a pragmatic and honest look at pregnancy, giving pregnant women and new mothers sensible and practical advice on what is to be expected (as well as the often unexpected!) in a friendly and open manner. Chiara and Marina believe that there is no such thing as a “normal” pregnancy or birth – every woman is different and that should be celebrated, not ignored.The Bump Class is filled with charming illustrations, impartial advice, style tips and hilarious anecdotes from both of the authors, as well as personal stories from the women who have been welcomed onto their course. This book will provide every pregnant woman with the support and reassurance that is so essential at the most crucial time in any woman’s life.Breastfeeding Made Easy: Your Step-By-Step Guide to Using the Miskin Method
By Geraldine Miskin. 2015
Everything is easy when you know how to do it. Breastfeeding Made Easy makes breastfeeding as easy and simple as…
it is naturally meant to be regardless of whether you are a perky A cup or luscious L cup! Packed with step-by-step colour illustrations and troubleshooting sections for every conceivable challenge, you’ll discover how the Miskin Method will help you to:- Establish and maintain an abundant supply simply by feeding in line with your body and baby- Get comfortable and be efficient by choosing feeding positions that suit your baby and your unique body shape- Enjoy a good stretch of sleep after a great day's breastfeeding. Yes, you really can have your cake and eat it!- Fix whatever problem comes your way and much, much more!Written by Geraldine Miskin, an independent breastfeeding specialist who has honed her unique method through years of helping mums find pragmatic and sustainable solutions, Breastfeeding Made Easy will educate, empower and equip you to get breastfeeding right quickly and smooth over any bumps you encounter along the way.