RAISING YOUR SPIRITED CHILD by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka
The spirited child — often called “ difficult ” or “ strong-willed ”— possesses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children . Research shows that spirited kids are wired to be “ more ”— by temperament , they are more intense , sensitive , perceptive , persistent , and uncomfortable with change than the average child . In this award-winning classic , voted one of the top twenty books for parents , Dr . Mary provides a refreshingly positive viewpoint and a plan for success with a simple four-step program .
In this book , you will find ways to :
• Understand your child ’ s — and your own — temperamental traits
• Discover the power of positive — rather than negative — labels
• Cope with the tantrums and power struggles when they do occur
• Develop strategies for handling mealtimes , sibling rivalry , bedtimes , holidays , and school , among other situations
YOUR CHILD ’ S HEALTH by Barton Schmitt
Emergencies :
› when to call your child ’ s physician immediately
› what to do in case of burns , bites , stings , poisoning , choking and injuries
Common Illnesses :
› when it ’ s safe to treat your child at home
› step-by-step instructions on dealing with fever , infections , allergies , rashes , earaches , croup and other common ailments
Behavior Problems :
› proven strategies for colic , sleep disturbances , toilet training problems , thumbsucking and the video game craze
› no-nonsense discipline techniques for biting , temper tantrums , sibling fighting and school refusal
Health Promotion : From Birth Through Adolescence :
› essential advice on newborn baby care , nutrition , cholesterol testing , immunizations and sex education
› ways of preventing spoiled children , picky eaters , overeating , tooth decay , accidents and homework problems
Podcast and App Recommendations for New Parents
PREGNANCY PODCAST
The Pregnancy Podcast is a resource to help you make informed decisions about your pregnancy and your baby , and a place where you can rest assured that you ’ ll find real solutions that are in line with your family and your lifestyle .
THE BIRTH HOUR
The Birth Hour helps pregnant women achieve an empowering birth experience through sharing authentic birth stories so they are informed going into pregnancy , birth and postpartum .
The Birth Hour is not only a place for sharing birth stories but also pregnancy and postpartum struggles , triumphs and resources . The Birth Hour ’ s signature online childbirth course , Know Your Options , is the # 1 evidence-based online course to prepare you for childbirth , postpartum and breastfeeding .
PREGNANCY CONFIDENTIAL
Host : Dana Points Number of Episodes : 32
RESPECTFUL PARENTING : JANET LANSBURY UNRUFFLED
Host : Janet Lansbury Number of Episodes : 199 and counting
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS PODCAST
Love your career ? Love your family ? Best of Both Worlds is the show for you ! Hosts Laura Vanderkam , author of I Know How She Does It and a mom of four , and Sarah Hart-Unger , a practicing physician , blogger , and mom of three , discuss work / life balance , career development , parenting , time management , productivity and making time for fun . Tune in each week for strategies to help you thrive in all spheres of life .
THE BOOB GROUP
The Boob Group supports families who are passionate about providing breast milk to their babies . Each week , a group of experienced moms openly discuss their success , their struggles and society ’ s impact on how they feed their babies . The show helps guide listeners by providing an honest , natural and judgment-free approach to breastfeeding , pumping , milk sharing and more .
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