Parenting

A feminist exploration of single motherhood and a passionate call to reclaim the power of mothering.'A brilliant book, fearlessly told.' Elinor Cleghorn, author of UNWELL WOMEN ''Lucid and liberating.' Eliane...

Is your child struggling to cope with a loss or trauma?Although loss and change are inevitable parts of life, some children find such events overwhelming and in some cases they...

A groundbreaking guide to pregnancy: empowers women with the facts and allows them to make their own decisions. FREAKANOMICS meets WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING.Award-winning Emily Oster debunks myths...

Revised and updated for 2023 with new material, The Gentle Parenting Book offers essential guidance to raising calmer, happier children.Parenting trends come and go. Gentle parenting is different - it...

________________________*'NEW MUM, YOU'RE DOING BRILLIANTLY'* Reassuring, funny and down-to-earth, THE NEW MUM'S NOTEBOOK is everything you need for the first year of life with a baby.'It is hands down THE...

Magical highs and messy lows - motherhood is a rollercoaster of emotions, but it can be The Making of You.From the constant chatter of well-intentioned advice to the chaos of...

More than 80 years ago, Maria Montessori recognized the importance of a child's earliest experiences in paving the way for educational and personal fulfillment. Ahead of her contemporaries she created...

'The perfect new baby gift, even for parents doing it a second and third time around' Alice Vincent, author of Hark'Will bring comfort and courage to all its readers' Nell...

'Memorable, musical, witty and just brilliant in every way. Nic is hands down the best new poet to emerge in the last 20 years.' - Sophie HannahPerfect for sharing and...

As every parent knows, looking after young children is profoundly rewarding, but it can also be extremely exhausting and frustrating. Toddler Troubles covers a wide range of typical toddler behaviour...

Thousands of women are affected by depression every year, suffering individual episodes at nearly twice the rate that men do. The prime years for depression are also, not coincidentally, the...

*A New Statesman and Daily Mail BOOK OF THE YEAR**Longlisted for the 2024 Women's Prize for Non-Fiction*'The best book I've ever read about motherhood' Jude Rogers, Observer'I kept scribbling in...

'Clever, honest and hilarious . . . her book should become a baby shower classic.' Publishers Weekly'Funny, honest and helpful.' Grazia 'Loads of useful, achievable advice.' The Pool How did...

Newly updated, The Empty Nest is an uplifting, practical and inspiring guide to adjusting to life after your children leave home.More than half a million parents confront the empty nest...

What are ADHD? What does it mean to have ADHD? How can kids diagnosed with ADHD help themselves succeed in school, get along better at home, and form healthy, enjoyable...

Journalist Angela Phillips's book takes a look at the socialization of boys - the process which is creating the men of the future. She argues that there are differences between...

In Ireland we have a wonderful selection of names to choose from. We have our own Irish versions of biblical names, the names of the Evangelists and of continental saints...

Practical methods to ensure restful nights.

A warm and inspiring read for parents, this book explores girls' emotional and physical development from ages 1 to 16. Every parent of girls aged between 1 and 16 will...

By popular demand from the ever-growing number of readers of the Baby Manual, Dr. Ian Banks turns his attention in the Toddler Manual, now available in paperback, to the 'terrible...

Whether or not you plan to be beside you wife at the birth, as prospective father you are the best placed person on earth to give her the growing comfort...

Deborah Mackin has created an exercise programme aimed specifically at new mothers that presents a realistic, safe and encouraging approach to re-shaping your body after childbirth, with easy-to-understand explanations as...

A book for anybody who has, or works with, children (of any age) with 'out of control' behaviour, including parents, teachers and healthcare professionals. Raising Attention busts commonly believed myths...

A unique weekday action plan on how to change your child's attitudes and behaviours - all in 5 days! Family expert Dr. Kevin Leman reveals why your kids do what...

In When Parents Hurt, psychologist and parent Joshua Coleman, Ph.D., offers insight, empathy, and perspective to those who have lost the opportunity to be the parent they desperately wanted to...

What should I feed my baby? is a simple but thorough guide for parents who want to introduce their baby to wholesome and nutritious food right from the start. Even...

'Hilarious and sharp... Everything (and more) about being a dad' - Ron Howard, Academy-Award winning filmmakerJames Patterson did the parenting homework so you don't have to - at least not...

Generally, advice made available to prospective and new parents is subjective, frequently based on opinions and personal experiences, and whilst often good, doesn't equip a parent to make an informed...

Super Drinks for Pregnancy provides over 100 easy-to-follow recipes developed to meet the nutritional needs of pregnant and breastfeeding women. Moreover, because certain complaints during pregnancy often mean a woman...

While breastfeeding is the natural way to feed an infant, ignorance of the mechanisms, societal pressures and lack of help often force mothers into bottlefeeding and the nurturing experience can...

A Life of Our Own will empower the reader to live a more fulfilling and authentic life, regardless of challenging circumstances. It offers twelve stepping stones to help anyone navigate...

Mums are practically superheroes. They've got to be multiskilled and ready for anything. They are cook, cleaner, teacher, taxi-driver, confidant, gardener, accountant, nurse and more! The Mum's Pocket Bible is...

Choosing a baby's name is a unique and special experience, but it can feel like an enormous weight of responsibility for parents. This book helps to make the process of...

'A complete game-changer for my relationship' Hannah Witton'Throw away the "new baby" books, THIS is the only book all parents need to read' Dr Martha Deiros Collado'An inclusive, expert guide...

Baby-led or traditional puree weaning? Weaning your baby can be a daunting prospect, and the advice you'll receive is often confusing and contradictory. Should you follow the traditional method of...

The most important period of your child's physical growth comes in the first few years of life. This engaging and informative book shows you how to help promote strength, suppleness,...