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They’ll Be Okay: 15 conversations to help your child through troubled times
By Collett Smart. 2019
'I was immediately drawn in, it is pitched so well in tone and content. I am finding my thoughts extended…
and understanding deepened by reading it.' Steve Biddulph, bestselling author of Raising Boys and Raising GirlsTeens and tweens are struggling with social media, relationships, and so much of what modern life is throwing at them. It's impossible for parents to be experts on all the new challenges their children are facing. That's why it's essential to turn to a real expert.Collett Smart is a psychologist, teacher, lecturer, writer - and a mum of three. She knows that it is crucial for parents to discuss uncomfortable, yet fundamentally important topics with their children - and this book tells parents why and how.If you're a parent who feels like you just don't know how to talk to your children about some of these difficult topics, this book has all the tools you need. There is invaluable advice on how to talk about some of the most confronting subjects, including pornography, misogyny and harassment, objectification and body image. There's also important information about emotional intelligence, empathy, respect and manners.Whether you want to prepare your child for the years ahead or you have an issue that needs to be addressed right now, this is the must-have book to help keep your children safe, whole and happy in these challenging times.The Swap: The gripping and addictive novel that everyone is talking about
By Fiona Mitchell. 2019
Two women. Two children. But whose is whose?'An emotionally charged and thought-provoking read that any parent will relate to' Woman's…
WeeklyWhen two strangers, Tess and Annie, undergo IVF at an American clinic, their embryos are mixed up and each woman gives birth to the wrong child.The women only discover the devastating error three years later. Tess wants to swap the children back; Annie doesn't. As the pair wrangle, neither of them expect what unfolds.*******PRAISE FOR THE SWAP'A gripping, heartbreaking and original story which asks some important questions about motherhood and keeps you guessing until the very end, absolutely loved it.' - Clare Empson, author of HIM'A wonderfully written, thought provoking and moving read. I raced through the pages, desperate to know the outcome. Such a clever, original idea. I loved it.' - Claire Douglas'Oh how it was worth the wait! Fiona has crafted an emotive and credible read . . . Harrowing in parts, but uplifting in others, Fiona keeps the pace constant . . . deeply moving and beautifully written.' - Louise Jensen, author of THE SURROGATE and THE DATE'The hook on the cover would grab anyone, but it's the gorgeous writing, the stunning attention to detail, and the searingly difficult themes explored that kept me. I read this in just two days. The impossible dilemma is so sensitively addressed, and yet Mitchell has still created an addictive, page-turner. An unforgettable book.' - Louise Beech, author of THE LION'Just finished the brilliant THE SWAP by Fiona Mitchell and my heart aches. It explores the gut-wrenching dilemma of two women following an IVF mix-up. A gripping tale written with great sensitivity and humour, even in its darkest moments. Book club gold.' - Francesca Jakobi, author of BITTERThe Organised Mum Method: Transform your home in 30 minutes a day
By Gemma Bray. 2019
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe Organised Mum Method is THE housekeeping bible that will completely revolutionise your home.Say goodbye to mess,…
clutter and weekends spent tidying and cleaning! Gemma Bray (a.k.a The Organised Mum) is a firm believer that there is more to life than housework, and over the last decade she has perfected The Organised Mum Method (TOMM).* The Organised Mum Method is a structured, manageable and ultra-efficient cleaning routine that ensures all areas of the home are taken care of. It's easy to follow, effective and ensures that everything gets done in just 30 minutes a day, Monday to Friday ... and you get weekends off!Perfect for existing fans of TOMM or anyone looking for ways to fit cleaning around a busy lifestyle, The Organised Mum Method includes life-changing tips, tricks, cleaning schedules, shopping lists, meal plans and quick recipes that will help you get your housework done fast.*Don't worry dads -- it works for you too.Going Solo: My choice to become a single mother using a donor
By Genevieve Roberts. 2019
Going Solo is the empowering and uplifting story of one woman's choice to become a single mother. 'I hope this…
story gives hope to anyone who wants children and to anyone who finds themselves single. Not to follow this path necessarily, but to remember that there are always many options.'Aged thirty-seven, single and having experienced two miscarriages, Genevieve Roberts found out that her fertility levels were dwlindling. On hearing this news, she made the courageous decision to embark on motherhood solo and eventually became pregnant using a sperm donor.Genevieve describes her initial fear of the prospect of birth without a partner, and the trepidation she felt towards all the responsibility she has taken on. She recounts all the milestones of pregnancy and motherhood that most women share with their partner -- going to NCT classes alone, taking part in birthing workshops with her sister-in-law, her amazement that two people in her pregnancy yoga class are following the same path as her. But ultimately what triumphs is Genevieve's excitement at meeting her daughter. She recalls the first months of parenthood, navigating the love, worry and tiredness of life with a newborn without a partner. She describes the beautiful simplicity of the relationship between herself and her daughter, as she gets to know Astrid without having to consider a partner. Going Solo is for anyone whose life has taken an unexpected twist; for people who are interested in modern families and for those who want to take control of their life and follow their dreams of parenthood. It celebrates the fulfilment that comes from following what makes you happy, and reminds us that beauty may be found when life offers a surprise or a deviation from convention.How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids: Effective strategies for stressed out parents
By Carla Naumburg. 2019
'Funny, honest and most importantly really, really useful.' - Helen McGinn, author of The Knackered Mother's Wine ClubSo, you're losing…
your sh*t with your kids. You scream, you shout, you snap at them. You're cranky and irritable more often than you'd like to admit. You know how you want to parent; you want to be a calmer, more rational and intentional parent, but no matter how hard you try, you can't help it. You keep losing your sh*t.Just remember: YOU ARE NOT A BAD PARENT.How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids is as honest and compassionate as it is pragmatic about helping you work through your sh*t to be a more present and positive parent. Increasingly relevant to today's parents, who are more overloaded, overwhelmed, and overworked than ever before, Carla Naumburg has the antidote to the feelings of complete despair and rage. How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids is a simple, accessible and humorous guide to more effective and mindful parenting.All New Dad Jokes: The perfect gift from the Instagram sensation @DadSaysJokes
By Dad Says Jokes. 2019
THE BRAND-NEW BOOK FROM @DADSAYSJOKESAll New Dad Jokes is the second book from the most followed dad jokes page on…
Instagram, @DadSaysJokes. Now with a following of over 1 million, All New Dad Jokes provides brand new gags guaranteed to leave your friends and family laughing and groaning in equal measure.@DadSaysJokes is a community-run Instagram account with more than a million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers' dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favourites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking mastermind started his career at the tender age of 14, when he created his original platform, Football.Newz, to serve audiences for the World cup 2014. He has recently added another nine platforms in different genres (of which @DadSaysJokes is one), with nine million followers and rising. This is his second book. Q: Where do naughty rainbows go?A: Prism.Ella's Kitchen: The Red One (Ella's Kitchen #3)
By Ella'S Kitchen. 2019
***All the things you love about Ella's Kitchen in a book! 100 easy, tasty and healthy recipes to inspire big…
and little cooks, ranging from the easiest of snacks and light meals that can be rustled up in minutes to delicious and satisfying dinners. Packed with clever twists and shortcuts to make life as easy as possible for busy parents. For weekends and holidays, when there is a bit more time available, there are leisurely breakfast recipes such as 'Purple' Blueberry Pancakes and more involved cooking projects such as Hooray for the Weekend.Full of fun ideas for getting children involved in preparing, cooking and exploring food. Colour-in features and stickers mean that kids will love the book as much as their parents do.Fully revised and updated, with new recipes and photographs.-'It's never too early to get little'uns interested in healthy eating, so instead of cooking for the kids, why not cook with them?' - RevealConfianza total para tus hijos: Cómo enseñarles a creer en sí mismos y ser responsables en un mundo que cambió para siempre
By Florencia Andrés, Verónica De Andrés. 2021
En Confianza total para tus hijos, padres, docentes, médicos, entrenadores y todas aquellas personas que se relacionen con chicos encontrarán…
una excelente hoja de ruta gracias a la cual podrán despejar muchos interrogantes y avanzar en la buena dirección, para que los chicos logren creer en sí mismos, desarrollen al máximo su inteligencia, sepan sobreponerse a obstáculos, tengan éxito en los estudios, sean responsables y felices. En síntesis, para que les vaya bien en todo aquello que emprendan. El mundo cambió para siempre. Cambió la manera de trabajar, de comunicarnos y de criar. Cambió nuestra realidad y la de nuestros hijos. Y con estos cambios llegaron desafíos inesperados. Frente a este escenario, la pregunta que surge es urgente: ¿para qué mundo estamos educando a nuestros hijos y alumnos? Los chicos y jóvenes de hoy necesitan desarrollar su autonomía, su capacidad de adaptación, su flexibilidad, su creatividad para encontrar soluciones, y su confianza en su capacidad para salir adelante. No podemos seguir mirando para otro lado. Ni esperar que el sistema educativo resuelva todo. Las autoras de este libro -madre e hija, especialistas en educación y coaching con amplia experiencia internacional- comparten las mejores herramientas para padres y educadores, con un foco moderno y aplicable. Los padres de hoy necesitan soluciones prácticas para desafíos que enfrentan sus hijos: problemas de autoestima, fallas en la comunicación familiar, dificultades en los estudios, falta de responsabilidad, bullying, desmotivación, adicción a las pantallas, entre otros. Este libro ya tiene cientos de miles de lectores. Los comentarios más frecuentes son "es una 'biblia' para padres", "es de consulta constante y de ayuda permanente", "hay soluciones para todos los temas importantes en la crianza y la educación".Parenting The Sh*t Out Of Life: For people who happen to be parents (or might be soon) The Sunday Times Bestseller
By Mother Pukka, Papa Pukka. 2017
**FROM THE AUTHORS OF WHERE'S MY HAPPY ENDING? THE IRREVERENT BESTSELLER & THE PERFECT GIFT FOR PARENTS AND PARENTS-TO-BE**'Hilarious ...…
a must-read'THE SUNFrom Anna Whitehouse aka Mother Pukka and Matt Farquharson aka Papa Pukka, comes the Sunday Times bestselling account of parenting told from both perspectives, and a handy guide (kind of) on how to raise a small human. The must-read for all parents and parents-to-be - and possibly the best (or worst) baby shower gift you could ever give a prospective mum or dad ...MOTHER PUKKA AND PAPA PUKKA offer you this: a book that will not help you grow or raise a human successfully, but a book that might, if you're not too emotionally battered - and can see past the permanent eye twitch - help you laugh a little more than you cry.This is one couple's take on the horrors and humour of modern parenting told from his side and hers: honest, sad and laugh-out-loud funny. It will speak to anyone with a child or children of their own - or to those hoping to take that monumental step. It may not be easy and you might have no idea what you are doing but, as the Pukkas demonstrate, with a bit of teeth-gnashing, tongue-chewing and joke-cracking, you too will be parenting the sh*t out of life.'Snort-tea-through-nose funny' CHERRY HEALEY, author of Letters to my FannyBY THE AUTHOR OF NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THE AUTHENTICITY PROJECT, THE BRAVE AND FUNNY MEMOIR THAT IS CHANGING LIVES.How…
one mother gave up drinking and started living. This is Bridget Jones Dries Out.Clare Pooley is a Cambridge graduate and was a Managing Partner at one of the world's biggest advertising agencies, and yet by eighteen months ago she'd become an overweight, depressed, middle-aged mother of three who was drinking more than a bottle of wine a day, and spending her evenings Googling 'Am I an alcoholic?'In a desperate bid to turn her life around, she quit drinking and started a blog. She called it Mummy Was a Secret Drinker.This book is the story of a year in Clare's life. A year that started with her quitting booze having been drinking more than a bottle of wine every day. It sees her starting a hugely successful blog, then getting and beating breast cancer. By the end of the year she is booze free and cancer free, two stone lighter and with a life that is so much richer, healthier and more rewarding than ever before. Sober Diaries is an upbeat, funny and positive look at how to live life to the full. Interwoven within Clare's own very personal and frank story is research and advice, and answers to questions like: How do I know if I'm drinking too much? How will I cope at parties? What do I say to friends and family? How do I cope with cravings? Will I lose weight? What if my partner still drinks? And many more.Going sober will make you happier, healthier, wealthier, slimmer and sexier. Despite all of these upsides, it's easier said than…
done. This inspirational, aspirational and highly relatable narrative champions the benefits of sobriety; combining the author's personal experience, factual reportage, contributions from experts and self-help advice.The Optimistic Child: A Revolutionary Approach to Raising Resilient Children
By Martin Seligman. 2018
From the bestselling author of Authentic HappinessIn The Optimistic Child, Dr. Martin Seligman offers parents, teachers and coaches a well-validated…
program to prevent depression in children. Seligman shows adults how to teach children the skills of optimism that can help them combat sadness, achieve more on the playing field and at school and improve their physical health. Learning the skills of optimism not only reduces the risk of depression but boosts school performance and provides children with the self-reliance they need as they approach the teenage years and beyond. Filled with practical advice and written in clear, helpful language, this book is an invaluable resource for people who want to open up the world for children.The Growing Pains of Jennifer Ebert, Aged 19 Going on 91: The feel good, uplifting comedy
By David M. Barnett. 2018
'The characters jump right off the page and into your heart.' Reader reviewFrom the bestselling author of CALLING MAJOR TOM…
comes a heartwarming comedy about unlikely friendships and community. Fans of The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes by Ruth Hogan, The Man I Think I Know by Mike Gayle, The Map of Us by Jules Preston, Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman, and Checking Out by Nick Spalding will love this. Nineteen-year-old Jennifer is regretting her hasty move into Sunset Promenade, an unusual retirement home taking in students to save money. Despite their differences in age, Jennifer and the older residents thrive and embark on a series of new adventures. But when Sunset Promenade is threatened with closure, cracks begin to show, and this quirky group of friends must work together to save their home. The Growing Pains of Jennifer Ebert, aged 19 going on 91 is a funny, warm and uplifting novel about the importance of friendship, the value of community, and how it's never too late to have the time of your life... 'I loved every word of this book and would advise people take an afternoon off, find a comfy spot and lose yourself for a few hours in the world of Sunset Promenade.' Reader review Readers are loving The Growing Pains of Jennifer Ebert 'Brilliant page turner' 'this is a lovely book' 'a really good read' 'a wonderful story' ******************* Previously published as The Lonely Hearts Cinema ClubStop Staring at Screens: A Digital Detox for the Whole Family (Digital Detox)
By Tanya Goodin. 2018
Technology was designed to make our lives easier, and yet it's one of the biggest drivers of family rifts and…
stress. Making healthy and realistic decisions about when and where you really need technology can be tricky but is essential for restoring harmony in your home. Stop Staring at Screens has the answers you need.* Find sanity-saving solutions and practical tips* Follow diagnostic quizzes* Identify key triggers * Address common issues* Learn what works best for you and your familyThe Weekend Dad
By Alison Walsh. 2018
As children, Emmett and Daisy were inseparable. Until Daisy announced that she'd seen her mum kissing Emmett's dad. They haven't…
seen each other since, but Emmett often thinks about her -- where she is, what she's doing, and if she ever thinks about him.Now almost thirty, Emmett has just begun a fresh chapter in London so he can spend weekends with his seven-year-old daughter, whose existence he only recently discovered. Things are off to a bumpy start -- he's not quite sure he's the father Misty expected -- but they're finding their way.And then, one day, in a dusty local bookshop, he sees her -- Daisy -- and the spark that never died brightens. But it's not long before the situation becomes very complex indeed and Emmett is torn between telling the truth and risking a blossoming new relationship -- or two...The Weekend Dad is a heartwarming story of friendship, parenthood, love and what it is to be good enough.Dadlife: Family Tales from Instagram's Father of Daughters
By Simon Hooper, Father Of Daughters. 2018
'This is the story of my journey into parenthood, from being a 24 year old man-child with no idea of…
what being a dad involved, to where I find myself today: the single male representative in a household of five women, or in other words, outnumbered. Our house is now known as "the place where silence came to die". It's also where you'll find carpets that are made up of 50% glitter and where there are more pink stuffed animals than at a colour-blind taxidermy specialists. But I wouldn't change a thing. These people are my life.'From uninitiated parents-to-be to those who know the ropes in families large or small, everyone will find something to relate to in Simon's hilarious and chaotic tales of his own home life. His observations of being a father have delighted his hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram: before now dads are often the forgotten ones who carry the luggage, open stiff jars, take photos on holiday, fix broken bikes, go back to work, do the night feeds and make a mean beans on toast with melted cheese without so much as a pat on the back. All too often dads shrink into the background. But not in this book. Dadlife is an incredibly funny yet emotionally heartfelt ode to modern family life.The Parenting Book (ALPHA BOOKS)
By Nicky Lee, Sila Lee. 2012
'We believe that healthy families are at the heart of a functioning society. We developed our courses and wrote The…
Marriage Book and The Parenting Book because the church has the opportunity to offer support to people at a practical, grassroots level. Every family strengthened makes a difference to a child and to our nation.'Drawing on their own experience of bringing up four children, and having talked to thousands of parents over the years on their parenting courses, Nicky and Sila Lee bring fresh insights and time-tested values to the task of parenting. The book covers the following areas:- Understanding how families work- Meeting our children's needs- Building character through setting boundaries- Helping our children make good choices- Passing on our believes and valuesFull of valuable advice and practical tips, The Parenting Book is a tool to come back to again and again.Listen for the Weather
By Justine Delaney Wilson. 2018
Every act has a consequence. Every marriage has a breaking point.Beth Rogers and her family have settled well into their…
new life in New Zealand, far from the stifling containment of the life they knew at home in Ireland.Everything is idyllic.The children are happy and settled. Beth's marriage to Steve, and their love for each other, seems solid. Until a bombshell lands, in the form of a letter Steve receives from a woman from his past. In the envelope is a photograph of a three-year-old girl -- Beth and Steve's papered-over past has caught up with them, in the shape of this child ...Beth forgave Steve once before -- can she do it again? Does Steve want her to?Listen for the Weather is the story of a marriage. It's a story about consequences. And how we make our own weather.Midnight Meditations for Moms: Calming Comfort for the Wee Hours
By Miranda Hersey. 2021
Whatever keeps you from sleeping—from a crying newborn to a past-curfew teen, you’re not alone in this common bond of…
motherhood.Midnight Meditations for Moms brings you understanding and reassurance through short, inspiring thoughts designed to ease you back into sleep and helps you extend kindness and encouragement to yourself as a mom and beyond.-Calm your mind, body, and heart with soothing meditations.-Know that you are not alone in these midnight moments.-Get the rest and self-care you need and deserve.-Share to support your circle of moms.With Miranda Hersey's Midnight Meditations for Moms, you can calm those worries in the wee hours, settle back into sleep, and shine for yourself and your loved ones the next day!You Look Tired: An Excruciatingly Honest Guide to New Parenthood
By Jenny True. 2021
In the tradition of Ali Wong and Amy Schumer comes this whip-smart, spit-out-your-coffee funny guide for new parents—from popular blogger…
and columnist Jenny True. Plenty of "new parent" guides cover the basics of breastfeeding, bonding, sleep, and "getting back in shape." But nowhere is a guide that tells you, WTF is this squeeze bottle thing from the hospital?You Look Tired is a totally honest, tell-it-like-it-is guide for new moms who don't want any more advice. Writing as Jenny True on her "Excruciatingly Personal Mommy Blog" and in the "Dear Jenny" column on Romper, Jenny has been called the "postpartum feelings doula," as she doles out her unique mix of humor, rage, and encouragement (with a smidge of practical advice), including:Birth Hurts: Prenatal yoga is a waste of time.Jabba the Hutt Was Just Postpartum: It explains so much.An Open Letter to People Who Say, "Looks like you have your hands full!"And much more!