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An invaluable resource for parents wishing to arm their children with the life skills necessary to succeed in a STEM-driven culture.In today's world of STEM, all children—even those with interests outside of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—need to develop specific skills in order to flourish in a complex landscape. Parents want to help their kids but are often overwhelmed by all the STEM products that aren't necessarily as valuable as they claim. In STEM SMART Parenting, educators Alan Zollman, Lisa Hoffman, and Emily K. Suh unpack the research on STEM learning into a reader-friendly, practical guide for parents and caregivers. It introduces activities and resources that help kids of all ages build the necessary STEM mindset, includes no-cost ideas that parents can use with their children to promote STEM thinking, and shows readers how to evaluate which STEM games, toys, and activities actually deliver what they promise.With real-life examples, daily activities, and key takeaways, this book shows parents how to help their children, from toddlers to teenagers, cultivate critical thinking skills and become intellectual risk takers, prepared for a world where STEM proficiency is essential.

More adults with young children are committed to integrative and holistic health, but the available information can be overwhelming and confusing. Through accessible, evidence-based guidance, Dr. Joel Warsh helps parents work through the health concerns and developmental changes that come up during the first three years of life and navigate the unique realities of parenting today. He addresses questions about holistic health frequently Googled by parents: What is placental encapsulation, and is it right for me? Should I try baby-led weaning? This book will empower parents to make informed and confident choices for the health of their children—from newborns to toddlers.

A must-have reference guide for all breastfeeding parents, lactation consultants, and healthcare providers who work with parentsNonprescription medications and products are used by breastfeeding parents more often than prescription drugs, but not all over-the-counter (OTC) products state whether they are safe to use while breastfeeding. The truth is that everyday products commonly recommended and used can be harmful for an infant when passed through breastmilk. Whether curing a headache, taming allergies, or taking an herbal supplement, navigating the packed shelves of everyday products can be difficult.In this reference guide, pharmacist Dr. Frank J. Nice provides simple guidelines for making safe decisions about a variety of products. Multiple easy-to-read tables contain clear answers to the question: “Is this safe to use while breastfeeding a baby?” Each table contains a clear “OK” or “UNSAFE” designation for every product or ingredient, as well as a rating following Dr. Thomas Hale's Lactation Risk Categories. This book will replace Dr. Nice's original reference book, Nonprescription Drugs for the Breastfeeding Mother, as the gold standard reference guide for lactation consultants, pharmacists, and parents.From acne medications to zinc tablets to energy drinks, this comprehensive book covers over 1700 different products. A table of active ingredients covers nearly every other available product, and a list of products most commonly recommended by pharmacists will help families make a quick selection for their health needs. For the first time ever, Dr. Nice also includes safety information for the use of alcohol, marijuana, and CBD, as well as cosmetic, herbal, and dietary products. Other useful information can be found throughout the book, such as a guide to understanding OTC drug labels and a list of websites for further reading. The Breastfeeding Family's Guide to Nonprescription Drugs and Everyday Products is the only book a breastfeeding parent needs to keep their baby safe while looking after their own health. In this book:OTC medications for aches and pains, cold and flu symptoms, and other common ailmentsHerbals, galactagogues, dietary supplements, and artificial sweetenersCaffeinated drinks, alcoholic beverages, nicotine, marijuana, and CBDCosmetic products including medicated face cleansers, acne products, sunscreens, and mouthwashes

Achtung: wilde Mädels! Mädchen im Vor- und Grundschulalter stellen ihre Eltern regelmäßig vor Herausforderungen: Gerade noch ängstlich und zurückhaltend, explodieren sie im nächsten Moment schon im heftigsten Wutanfall. Dazu kommen die Fragen, die sich die Eltern zur körperlichen und emotionalen Entwicklung ihrer Tochter stellen: Was ist normal, über was sollten wir mit unserem Kind sprechen? Dieser Ratgeber bringt all das auf den Punkt: Mama-Bloggerin und Frauenärztin Dr. Judith Bildau hat alle wichtigen Informationen absolut verständlich zusammengefasst und erklärt ehrlich, fachkundig und von Herzen, was Mädchen brauchen, um stark und glücklich zu werden. Stressfrei durch die Kindergarten- und Vorschulzeit „Ich will nicht schlafengehen!“ – „Mir ist ja sooo langweilig!“ – „Alle Jungs sind doof!“ – „Ich bin verliebt!“ – neben dem fundierten Wissen zur körperlichen und emotionalen Entwicklung, liefert Dr. Judith Bildau praktische Tipps zu allen typischen Stress-Situationen in der Kindergarten- und Grundschulzeit. Vom zickigen Trotz-Anfall bis zum ersten Verliebtsein – die alltagstauglichen Tipps und Rituale sorgen für ein entspanntes Familienleben. So werden Töchter glücklich groß!

From Jennifer Scott—author of the New York Times bestselling Madame Chic series and founder of the Daily Connoisseur blog—comes this playful take on manners and being a good global citizen. Parents and younger children work together to read about a wide range of topics: communication, table manners, tidiness, thinking of others, grooming, and health. Activities, learning games, fill-in-the-blanks, letter-writing exercises, recipes (for food and for slime!), and some fun songs and rhymes help kids learn concepts and practice good behaviors. Featuring charming illustrations and go-to advice from a trusted source, this is a timely guide for raising well-mannered, neat, and gracious children for parents, grandparents, and children of reading age.

Zu laut, zu ungewohnt, zu viel: Hochsensible Kinder haben extrem feine Antennen für ihre Umgebung und erleben daher schnell eine Reiz-Überflutung. Das löst bei ihnen puren Stress aus – sie reagieren mit Angst, Wut oder Abschottung. Dieser Ratgeber hilft euch als Eltern dabei, mit den Herausforderungen souverän umzugehen: Was geht in meinem Kind vor? Wie helfe ich, Stress Situationen aufzulösen oder von vornherein zu vermeiden? Wie stärke ich mein Kind? Die hilfreichen Tipps und praktischen Ideen lassen sich direkt und unkompliziert im Alltag umsetzen.

Believe and trust in your children. But most of all, be kind.'Parents ask,'Why are children so anxious?','Has my child got autism?','How do I calm a screaming baby, yelling child, or angry teenager?', and'What can I do when my child wants to die?'Anxiety, autism, ADHD, and learning problems make school hard. Depression, self-harm, cyberbullying, and eating disorders are part of our complex lives. Stress, busyness, and a digital world changes parenting. Parenting is Forever reflects the ongoing conversations of a paediatrician with those who care for children. It is influenced by her experience as a parent and from helping more than 30,000 families over twenty-five years. Dr Elizabeth Green shares her practical tips for navigating the developmental stages of childhood. From before birth, through early childhood and adolescence, to adulthood. Parenting is not a competition. It's okay to fail and try again. That's what makes us better parents.

Che fare quando il bambino si ammala? Che significato hanno i suoi sintomi? Che relazione c'è tra la salute del bambino e quella dei suoi genitori? Sulle strade della vita si è compagni di viaggio, questa è la chiave di lettura di questo libro. Si viaggia insieme ed è necessario avere una bussola, una mappa e rotte ben precise.Come scrive Winnicott, «non esiste un bambino senza una madre» e la felicità è contagiosa: se la mamma è felice, anche il bambino lo è. Viceversa se la mamma è depressa, triste, frustrata, piena di rabbia o di sensi di colpa, o eccessivamente affaticata, anche il bambino risente di queste sue emozioni e ne soffre in modi svariati nell'anima e nel corpo.Per crescere sani e felici i bambini non hanno bisogno tanto di farmaci quanto di genitori che abbiano il coraggio di trasformare in profondità se stessi, affrontando la loro sofferenza e curando le ferite dell'anima, che sono la vera causa di tutte le malattie e i malesseri.Elena Balsamo, dopo aver affrontato i temi del maternage e dell'educazione nei best-seller Sono qui con te e Libertà e amore, in questo libro rivolge l'attenzione alla salute emotiva della famiglia. Basandosi sulla sua personale esperienza sia di medico sia di paziente, offre al lettore non solo una panoramica chiara ed esauriente dei diversi strumenti terapeutici alternativi a disposizione della famiglia, e in particolare della coppia mamma-bambino, ma anche numerosi spunti di riflessione sul significato della malattia e sul messaggio contenuto nei sintomi, per trasformare, come lei ha fatto, la sofferenza in occasione preziosa di apprendimento ed evoluzione. Nel corso della sua vita, l'autrice ha provato e sperimentato su se stessa svariati approcci terapeutici come omeopatia, fiori di Bach, terapia cranio-sacrale biodinamico, Logosintesi, Jin Shin Do. Alcuni di questi li propone anche ai genitori che hanno il coraggio di mettersi in discussione e lavorare sui propri vissuti di sofferenza, per evitare di trasmetterli ai propri figli.Compagni di viaggio è un libro da consultare ogni volta che ne avrete bisogno. Ogni capitolo è corredato con un “riquadro” contenente spunti di riflessione o un esercizio pratico o qualche suggerimento terapeutico per poter fare da sé nei momenti di emergenza.Ma attenzione: questo non è un manuale di salute olistica per genitori, che offre facili ricette preconfezionate, ma un vero e proprio'libro-medicina'che invita a riflettere e a risvegliarsi, a osare e mettersi in gioco, che tocca il cuore e, per risonanza, aiuta a ritrovare la propria autentica essenza, a sviluppare le proprie risorse, a far fiorire i propri talenti, permettendo così anche ai bambini di diventare ciò che sono chiamati a essere. È questa la vera strada per guarire, per viaggiare sereni adulti e bambini insieme, verso la Salute integrale, il cui altro nome è Libertà.Compagni di viaggio è un “fuori collana” perché è diretto non solo alle famiglie con bambini, ma a tutti indistintamente, giacchè ognuno di noi può trovarvi spunti per migliorare la propria salute, ma anche le proprie relazioni e il proprio modo, unico e speciale, di stare al mondo.

The Toilet-Training Book Your Pediatrician Recommends How will I know when my child is ready? How can I handle bedwetting and other accidents? What's the best way to make this a positive experience for both of us? Helping your child through the toilet-training process may be one of your greatest challenges as a parent. And when it comes to this important developmental stage, every child is unique. If you've been confused by conflicting information from friends, relatives—even other books—here is expert advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization representing the nation's finest pediatricians. Gathering invaluable input and suggestions from a wide range of parents on their experiences with toilet training their children, this revised and updated edition answers parents'most frequently asked questions and concerns including: • Finding the right developmental moment to start toilet training your child • Handling the inevitable accidents in positive ways • Dealing with bedwetting, resistance, and constipation • Choosing the techniques that will work best for your child • Addressing the challenges children with special needs face • Tailoring your training for boys, girls, even twins • Determining if medication is needed—and the latest on prescription options The American Academy of Pediatrics Guide to Toilet Training is an essential resource for parents who want the best advice for themselves and the best experience for their children.

Essential parenting advice from one of today's leading psychologists, at your fingertips. What is the most treasured resource for families with young children? Time. Between keeping house, shopping, doing chores, and getting everyone to work and school -- let alone fitting in family meals, fun activities, and much-needed downtime -- being a parent can require major feats of scheduling. While parents don't always have hours to pore over parenting books, they could use short, to-the-point advice on the challenges they confront every day. Now, for today's busy families, child-development expert and bestselling author David Elkind offers Parenting on the Go: an authoritative, accessible guide for parents of infants and young children. Elkind has long been praised for his timely, resonant responses to key child-rearing issues. Here, with characteristic insight and comforting sensibility, he offers practical answers to more than 100 common parenting questions, on topics from A to Z, including: Attention Deficit Disorders Back-to-School Blues Child-Proofing the Computer Empathy in Children Homework Manners and Morals Only Children Sibling Rivalry Time-Outs and much more. Praise for David Elkind'The Power of Play should be considered one of the primers for good parenting.'-- Chicago Parent'[O]ffers excellent perspectives on children, parents, and culture... this powerful book is essential reading.'-- Library Journal on The Hurried Child'Elkind... is a child-study specialist of eminent common sense... whom parents would do well to heed.'-- Publishers Weekly

'The coolest--and easiest--book for new parents'--Parents magazineYou could read 34 parenting books on sleep, eating, potty training, discipline, and brain development. Or you could read Zero to Five: 70 Essential Parenting Tips Based on Science. Tracy Cutchlow cuts to the chase, summarizing the best scientific research in bite-sized chunks. One tip per page + beautiful photographs = cool + easy.'The best I've seen in a long time.''My go-to source.''Fabulous.'--Parent educators, childbirth-class teachers, early-learning advocatesCombining the warmth of a best friend with her simple, clear style, Tracy addresses questions such as:• Should I talk to my pregnant belly / newborn? Is that going to feel weird? (Yes, and absolutely.)• How do I help baby sleep well? (Start with the 45-minute rule.)• How can I instill a love of learning in my child? (With specific types of praise and criticism.)• What boosts my child's success in school? (It's not what you think.)• My kindergartner loves videos and cell-phone games. That's cool, right? (If you play, too.)• What tamps down temper tantrums? (Naming emotions out loud.)• My sweet baby just hit a playmate / lied to me about un-potting the plant / talked back. Now what? (OK, this is a whole section of the book.)• How do I get through an entire day of this? (With help. Lots of help.)Zero to Five is here to help. Make it your guide to the crazy wonderful journey that is parenting.

A home education expert and mother of eight shares her experiences and insights into harnessing a child's natural desire to learn. Joanne Calderwood has been a popular magazine columnist for several years and has become a popular speaker at home-education conferences across the country. Her self-propelled philosophy of education has transformed lives across the nation and around the world. In The Self-Propelled Advantage, Calderwood shares her wisdom, experience, and philosophy of education and parenting, as borne out in the lives of her own exceptional children. Informative and inspiring, The Self-Propelled Advantage is for any parent who places a high value on their children's education. Detailing her methods for raising inquisitive, diligent, self-motivated children, Calderwood also shares valuable information on preparing for college entrance exams like the SAT and ACT. Having taught one SAT perfect scorer, one near-perfect scorer, and four students who have gone to college on full academic scholarships, Calderwood has proven how successful her methods can be.

هل أنت أم لأول مرة ؟ بين يديك طفل صغير رضيع يبكي ولا تفهمين لماذا؟ جربت معه كل شيء دون جدوى؟ّّ ما زال طفلك في الأشهر الأولى من عمره ولا تعرفين كيف تتعاملين معه؟ صغيرك يعاني من المغص أو الاسهال أو الزغطة..ماذا تفعلين؟!! إذا كنت في هذا الوضع تذكري هذه الأساسيات التي يقدمها هذا الكتاب! حقائق عن نومهم وطعامهم وكيف تحتملين مقالب الأطفال ؟ إنه بحق الموسوعة التي تحتاجها كل أم في التعامل مع ابنها وفهم مشاكله واحتياجاته من عمر الأشهر الأولى وإلى سن دخول المدرسة. حملي الكتاب وليكن ديليلك في اﻷمومة.

For early childhood classrooms – where curriculum is increasingly shaped by standards and teachers are pressed for time – Beyond Early Literacy offers a literacy method that goes beyond simply developing language arts skills. Known as Shared Journal, this process promotes young children's learning across content areas – including their communication and language abilities, writing skills, sense of community, grasp of diverse social and cultural worlds, and understanding of history, counting, numeracy, and time. Pairing interactive talk with individual writing in the classroom community, this rich method develops the whole child.Special features include: sample lesson plans, rubrics, and templates throughout the book children's artifacts, including examples of oral and written work teacher accounts examining the use of Shared Journal in the classroom, including strategies and suggestions a Companion Website with templates, additional resources, and video clips of in-classroom teaching and examples of exciting ways to use new technologies. This two-part book is first framed by current theory and research about children's cognitive, language, and literacy development, and an extensive body of research and case studies on the efficacy of the method. The second part features strategies from on-the-ground teachers who have used the process with their students and explores how Shared Journal can be used with new technologies, can meet standards, and can be appropriate for diverse populations of children. This is a fantastic resource for use in early childhood education courses in emergent literacy, language arts, and curriculum.

When'because I'm the parent'meets'you're not the boss of me'... Good news: there are many ways to parent willful children without every­day clashes. Here parents learn how to capitalize on children's strengths and make bad days more manageable. Full of ideas and techniques, it explores: how to use empathy first and discipline second; exercises and strategies that work to calm toddler tantrums; bringing teachers on board; raging hor­mones in teen rebels; and dealing with health and safety issues. • Much more positive than other parenting books, which focus on discipline and parental control • Helps parents understand and accept children for who they are, as well as who they can hope to be

Rasing Your Child: The Complete Illustrated Guide is an information-packed guide that leads parents through the ever changing maze of new behaviors, developments, and challenges present in a child's first six years. It is filled with essential information, expert advice, practical solutions, and key choices to ensure a child's healthy development for their first six years—and set them up for success in later developmental stages. In addition to understanding their child's stage of development, readers are given parenting techniques and activities they can use with their child to maximize physical, emotional, intellectual, and behavioral development at every age and stage.

A breakthrough parenting book that redefines the meaning of'geek'and inspires parents to free themselves and their kids from the'culture of cool.'In a world of superficial values, peer pressure, and out-of-control consumerism, the world needs more GEEKS: Genuine, Enthusiastic, Empowered Kids. Today's'culture of cool'has changed the way kids grow up. Rather than enjoying innocent childhoods while developing strong, authentic characters, today's kids can become cynical'even jaded'as they absorb the dangerous messages and harmful influences of a dominant popular culture that encourages materialism, high-risk behaviors, and a state of pseudo-adulthood. Author and mother of four Marybeth Hicks suggests an alternative: bringing up geeks. In this groundbreaking book, she shows parents how they can help their children gain the enthusiasm to pursue their passions, not just the latest fashions; the confidence to resist peer pressure and destructive behaviors; the love of learning that helps them excel at school and in life; and the maturity to value family as well as friends, as well as make good moral decisions. With a foundation like that, kids will grow up to be the coolest adults.

As an experienced therapist, a parenting expert on television and radio, an award-winning columnist, and a parent, Dr. Jenn Berman provides insightful and informative advice to parents as they guide their children through early childhood. The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy, Confident Kids addresses twenty-six of the most important issues that modern parents face. Each self-contained and easy-to-read chapter covers a different topic, allowing busy parents to quickly find and read what they need. You'll turn to this great resource again and again as your children grow.

A smart, easy-to-implement, and unique approach to positive disciplining Drawing on her highly successful methods developed in her private practice, Dr. Cristine Chandler lays out clear, step-by-step instructions to help parents foster good behavior in their children based on the positive premise: that children behave well when they understand clearly what is expected of them. Most discipline problems occur when parents are inconsistent about what they expect. Four Weeks to a Better-Behaved Child shows parents how to implement the'4Cs'of discipline in their daily practice: use clear, consistent, contingent consequences. Moreover, in this concise, straightforward book, Dr. Chandler challenges several commonly used approaches to discipline and provides alternatives. She shows parents: Why punishment is often the least effective way to discipline children Why anger never works Why'time-out'works only sometimes--and what to do instead How to use consequences to encourage--and get--good behavior

The Toilet-Training Book Your Doctor RecommendsHow will I know when my child is ready? What do I do if my child resists? How can I handle bedwetting and other accidents? What's the best way to make this a positive experience for both of us?Helping your child through the toilet-training process may be one of your greatest challenges as a new parent. And when it comes to this important developmental stage, every child is unique. Some are “ready” earlier than others, and not all children respond to the same approach. If you've been confused by conflicting advice from friends, relatives--even other books--here is expert advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization representing the nation's finest pediatricians.This invaluable resource covers everything you need to know about the toilet-training process to make this important transition as easy and as positive as possible for both you and your child. This comprehensive guide answers parents'most frequently asked questions and concerns, including:• When to toilet train: finding the age that's right for your child• How to choose and install a potty• Positive ways to handle the inevitable “accidents”• What to do when your child resists• Practical advice for common problems such as constipation• Toilet training children with special needs• Special tips for boys, girls, even twins• Coping with bedwetting and soiling• And much moreThe American Academy of Pediatrics Guide to Toilet Training is a must-have resource for parents who want the best advice for themselves and the best experience for their children.

Organized into 52 weekly lessons corresponding with a baby's age, this guide teaches parents about their baby's brain development as it happens. Each week's activity combines building a child's intelligence and emotional control with natural parenting instincts. These activities support a baby's strong motivation to learn and teach parents how infants learn, allowing parents to create more fun and instructive activities on their own. Feeding, safety, and health are addressed in the appropriate weeks. Parents can also record fun things the baby learned or did that week, creating a personalized keepsake.

A groundbreaking parenting guidebook addressing the trait of “high sensitivity” in children, from the psychologist and bestselling author of The Highly Sensitive Person whose books have sold more than 1 million copies With the publication of The Highly Sensitive Person, pioneering psychotherapist Dr. Elaine Aron became the first person to identify the inborn trait of “high sensitivity” and to show how it affects the lives of those who possess it. In The Highly Sensitive Child, Dr. Aron shifts her focus to the 15 to 20 percent of children who are born highly sensitive—deeply reflective, sensitive to the subtle, and easily overwhelmed. These qualities can make for smart, conscientious, creative children, but also may result in shyness, fussiness, or acting out. As Dr. Aron shows in The Highly Sensitive Child, if your child seems overly inhibited, particular, or you worry that they may have a neurodevelopmental disorder, such as ADHD or autism, they may simply be highly sensitive. And raised with proper understanding and care, highly sensitive children can grow up to be happy, healthy, well-adjusted adults. Rooted in Dr. Aron's years of experience working with highly sensitive children and their families, as well as in her original research on child temperament, The Highly Sensitive Child explores the challenges of raising an HSC; the four keys to successfully parenting an HSC; how to help HSCs thrive in a not-so-sensitive world; and how to make school and friendships enjoyable. With chapters addressing the needs of specific age groups, from newborns to teens, The Highly Sensitive Child is the ultimate resource for parents, teachers, and the sensitive children in their lives.

A perennial bestseller, now revised and updated for a new generation of fathers, this readable, inspiring guide to the world of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers is an indispensable treasury of advice, ideas, and suggestions.

Everything you need to know about fatherhood -- but were afraid to ask!.Why are all parenting books directed at mommies? Daddies need help, too. In fact, when you think about it, they may need more help than their naturally maternal mates do. They need guidance, comfort, and validation. They probably also need a good night's sleep, and they definitely need a good laugh. What the Heck Were You Expecting? provides month-by-month counsel for the spit-up covered, the sleep deprived, and the just plain peek-a-booed out, including such subjects as:What your wife might be complaining about (... anything she can think of)What your above-average child may be doing (... paying attention to small objects) What you might be concerned about (... the meaning of life)A couple of things to say to let her know that you're caring, sensitive, and up on the required reading (...'Listen to this one: Statistics show that attendance at work is better among married men with children and spikes even higher among fathers of newborns. Quite a coincidence, huh?') Thomas Hill, registered father and author of the best-selling What to Expect When Your Wife Is Expanding, answers every father's questions about:ESPN as Edu-tainmentHorsy Knee BurnZen and the Art of Spoon-feedingBasics of Crib AssemblyNap Time... and How to Hide It from Your Boss...among other topics.

'A valuable book for the busy parent. Karen Joslin knows how to use both love and power in parenting, and presents easily understood solutions to common problems.'GLENN AUSTIN, M.D., F.A.A.P.Former President, American Academy of PediatricsParenting expert and mother Karen Renshaw Joslin provides concrete age-specific solutions to more than 140 child misbehaviors. With this reassuring guide, alphabetically organized for easy access, you can: look up the problem and immediately pinpoint the case, learn specfically what to do, according to your child's age, know the exact words to say with actual dialogue examples, and more.