Parenting

'Essential reading for all parents and professionals supporting young people struggling with the issue of gender identity' Louise PerryBeing the parent of a gender-questioning child is confusing. There is a...

With 18.5 million copies in print, What to Expect When You're Expecting is read by 93% of women who read a pregnancy book and was named one of the 'Most...

Written by a team of experts, this is the ultimate reference for the expectant mother of twins, explaining everything a parent needs to know for the pregnancy, birth and first...

Steve Biddulph's Raising Boys was a global phenomenon. The first book in a generation to look at boys' specific needs, parents loved its clarity and warm insights into their sons'...

It's no secret that breastfeeding is the normal, healthy way to nourish and nurture your baby. Dedicated to supporting nursing and expectant mothers, the internationally respected La Leche League has...

When Joanna Wolfarth was pregnant with her first child, she assumed she would breastfeed, as her mother had fed her. Yet she was unprepared for the startling realities of new...

"If every parent receiving a diagnosis of autism for their child could read this book, it would avoid so much misunderstanding and unhappiness." - Dr Clare LawrenceA diagnosis - or...

The No.1 bestselling weaning bible for babies and toddlers - over 5 million copies sold worldwide!Leading weaning expert and mum-of-three, Annabel Karmel celebrates the 30th anniversary of her most trusted...

FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED 5TH EDITION OF THE WORLD'S BESTSELLING PREGNANCY GUIDE. 'My best friend during my pregnancy' Mariella Frostrup With 18.5 million copies in print, What to Expect When...

_______________Do you have questions? The Guide for Everyone has all the answers you needMarley Hall is a midwife and mum of five - in other words, she's seen it all....

Depressive disorders can produce dramatic and frightening changes in young peoples' behaviour, but while parents may suspect something is wrong, they are often at a loss to know what. This...

The authoritative guide to pregnancy and babies for new and expectant dads, now in a revised and combined editionFatherhood is just round the corner - but are you ready?Most pregnancy...

The Father's Book contains everything a modern dad needs in order to discharge his duties, and more. Includes: * Top 10 excuses for forgetting your child's birthday * An easy-to-use...

THE NO.1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A TIMES, FT, ECONOMIST AND INDEPENDENT BOOK OF THE YEAR'Boundlessly wise . . . important and engrossing' The New York Times'One of the most important books...

As a parent of a highly sensitive child, it's often difficult to know how to respond to their emotions. You might feel overwhelmed, frustrated or unsure of how to handle...

In our increasingly competitive world, personal confidence is a prerequisite for success and confident children with a positive outlook have a much better chance to grow into successful, well-adjusted adults....

What's your baby's name? How do you choose that special name for your baby, a name that you believe will fit your child best? This beautiful clothbound book provides a...

This is a perfect gift purchase for the friend, partner or family member who is facing the nine-month wonder of pregnancy. Text is light and humorous, reassuring and informal with...

A go-to guide for parents seeking evidence-based advice for navigating the initial (and often wobbly) stages of feeding and nurturing a newborn.Recognised for her reassuring and encouraging voice, trusted by...

Although new parents are most worried about sleep issues, their anxiety seems to reach new heights when they even think about that important milestone: potty training. 'When should you potty...

Who cannot have heard of Zac, Jade, Blossom or Gaia? Nobody! Television has introduced us to charismatic characters and alluring personalities with very unusual names - by traditional standards anyway....

A comprehensive programme for women who want to be able to conceive when they are ready to have a baby. Women have been led to believe that they can have...

Experience the diversity of parenthood around the world with 40 illuminating first-person stories from locals and families on the go, that show how where we live influences who we are.Meet...

What Sport and Psychology Teach Us About Parenting 'It's no accident, I think, that tennis uses the language of life. Advantage, service, fault, break, love, the basic elements of tennis...

'This is a fab book. Really recommend it!' Mrs HinchRead this book for an instant pick-me-up. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for...

Following the resounding success of "I Was A Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids", and "Dirty Little Secrets from Otherwise Perfect Moms" comes "I'd Trade My Husband for a...

Parenthood can be a time of great inner turmoil for a woman, yet parenting books invariably focus on nurturing children rather than the mothers who struggle to raise them. This...

This is a guide to help grown-ups share silliness, laughter and fun with kids, benefiting the kids, the adults themselves and, ultimately, society at large. In a world of technology,...

We all want to give our children the best start in life and meditation is a gift that will keep on giving to them whether it's as toddlers or as...

Make family life even more fun and easier for everyone with these creative hacks that save you time and money! Time is so precious when you're a mum. It's something...

Your guide to thriving in midlife.Women have been conditioned to look out for everyone else, especially in midlife. Between raising a family, caring for ageing parents, striving in our careers...

Based on practical, clinically proven, and tried-and-testedapproaches, A PracticalGuide to Family Psychologylooks at fifteen major problems that are typicallyencountered by families. A Practical Guide to FamilyPsychology provides workable solutions based...

Embrace the ups and downs of parenting.Guided by experts in children's development, explore new approaches to parenting, understand how they can benefit your family and learn how to put them...

Where did I come from? What happens when you die? What's divorce? From the moment children can formulate questions they begin to bombard their parents with "Why?" "What?" "Where" and...

Choosing a name for your baby has never been easier with this ultimate baby-naming guide. With all the information on the latest naming trends, this comprehensive and easy-to-use guide is...

Zainab Jagot Ahmed is an exciting new voice in parenting offering a fresh perspective on weaning and how to encourage all children to love their food. Ahead of her brand...

There are 6000 names to choose from in this book. In deciding what your baby is to be called, you need to consider as many names as you can. You...

Based on lectures given by Dr Montessori at Ahmedabad, this text is an analysis of the physical and psychological aspects of a child's growth during the most significant period of...

Celebrity, Aspiration and Contemporary Youth uses the lens of celebrity to explore how young people think about their futures under austerity. Based on an interdisciplinary study, the book offers fresh...

Celebrate the first year of baby's life with this stunning journal for new parents or grandparents to fill in. With plenty of space for photos of the new arrival, a...