Parenting: advice and issues Books

"Being a parent of a teenager can be daunting. How do we help them navigate the modern world while keeping them safe and happy? Their physical and psychological changes throw up a while range of issues that we aren't always equipped to handle. Here,...

Perfect for fans of Sarah Napthali's Buddhism for Mothers and Juanita Phillips's A Pressure Cooker Saved My Life. Provides inspirational support, advice and a lifeline for single parents no matter what their circumstances. A unique guide to navigating...

Make this book a morning ritual.' - Matthew McConaughey 'A simple way to ground us, to force a reflection on the choices we're making, and the ones we want to make. And it's not just for dads.' - Emily Oster, author, Cribsheet What does it mean to be a...

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Dr. Sharon Saline is an invaluable guide for parents seeking to better understand and support their child with ADHD. Based on her extensive...

A delightful parents' and teachers' guide to creating and telling stories to children. Hearing stories can help children manage their emotions, empathize with others and better understand the complex world we live in. But more importantly storytelling...

While there is a wealth of advice for new mums on caring for their babies the same is not true for postpartum health. Fulfilling this vital need, After Birth is the ultimate postnatal primer for women facing changes to their bodies after having a baby. ...

Though anxiety has risen among young people overall, recent research studies confirm that it has skyrocketed in girls since the turn of the century. So what's to blame? And how can we help these girls? In the same engaging, anecdotal style and...

This guide for parents is a complete introduction to autism and anxiety. Drawing on the author's clinical experience working with children and their families, it provides parents and carers with everything they need to know to help support their child. ...

In Hold on to Your Kids, renowned physician and bestselling author Dr. Gabor Maté, along with co-author Dr. Gordon Neufeld, provides a revolutionary look at modern parenting and child development. In today’s digital age, where children and teens are more...

At last, a straight-talking book that takes parents into the mysterious world of boys. How do you raise boys to men in a world where trouble beckons at every turn? How do you make sure they learn the right lessons, stay out of danger, find a path to...

Beyond the Bump is a thoughtful and practical guide that aims to help new mums feel calm, confident and equipped to face the physical, emotional and mental hurdles they may encounter post birth. Clinical psychologist Sally Shepherd understands that a...

It's OK that your child's first word was 'Bluey' rather than 'Mum' - a practical and entertaining antidote to the extreme stress of modern parenting by a journalist with a PhD in education. Searching for permission to drop your standards, ditch the...

A mother's group in a book, sharing expert and anecdotal advice written and curated by Instagram sensation Marcia Leone (aka @notsomumsy). Yes, you are a mum, but you're still you! For mamas everywhere, this is your Mother's Group in a book. Parenting...

"The most important thing about being a dad is to be an example." Mark Wahlberg Welcome to The Father Hood. Where we celebrate the growing tribe of hands-on dads who are discovering that becoming a father is the greatest opportunity a man can have to be...

Learn the secrets to surviving fatherhood when your dad skills are under pressure with The Brick of Dad Hacks. Let’s face it, not all of us are blessed with the mythical “angel baby” that breezes right through to adulthood with no hassle or fuss. It’s...

The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids is an honest guide on how to be an effective parent and when raising children with ADHD, anxiety, and other complex conditions--and how to guide them on a path to a healthy, happy, well-adjusted life. A...

Announcing that rare parenting book that will not only help you become a more effective parent but actually change how you see your children. Written by Montessori educator Simone Davies, this book shows you how to bring the educational values of a...

Help your children develop essential social skills-including groups, one-on-one interactions, and virtual communication-with these 150 easy, fun activities to teach your kids how to socially succeed. From taking turns to making eye contact to staying...

Teaching children about yoga and mindfulness has never been so easy! Yoga for Children—Yoga Cards offers children a fun approach to learning with a trusted and attentive instructor—you! Complete with full-color, easy-to-follow photographs and...

Hailed as “an absolute must-read” (Jean Twenge) and a book that “will change your kids’ lives” (Jack Canfield), UnSelfie by Dr. Michele Borba explains what parents and educators MUST do to combat the growing empathy crisis among children today—including...

1-2-3 Magic Teen is a parenting book written by Thomas Phelan that teaches parents to communicate more effectively with their teens and instill discipline in a calm and respectful manner. Parenting expert Dr. Thomas W. Phelan's definitive guide to...

Turning the traditional notion of parenting on its head, Dr Tsabary shifts the epicentre of the parent-child relationship away from the standard parent-to-child 'know it all' approach to a mutual 'parent-with-child' relationship in which the parent...

What to Expect When You're Expecting: 5th Edition by Heidi Murkoff is the world's bestselling pregnancy guide, trusted by millions of mothers-to-be worldwide. This fully revised and updated edition provides expert advice on every aspect of pregnancy,...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and children's yoga and mindfulness expert Susan Verde, an original essay collection that emphasizes the power of positive self-talk and the lessons we learn from motherhood and gaining self-acceptanceNumber one...

Awakening Fertility: The Essential Art of Preparing for Pregnancy by the Authors of the First Forty Days

Mike Fairclough invites parents to facilitate their children's naturally rebellious nature to help them thrive in a turbulent world Discover the revolutionary path to incredible parenting and embrace your child's free spirit, inspire their imagination...

Mind Body Baby: Meditation is a board book that families can use with their youngest for bonding and to find peace and calm in the middle of life's daily stresses. This board book teaches little ones to clear their minds and relax. Aided by simple text...

An accessible and reassuring guide to childhood health and immunity from a pediatrician who's both knowledgeable about the latest scientific research and respectful of a family's risk factors, health history, and concerns. In The Vaccine-Friendly Plan,...

Expert advice on how to help your baby to sleep - from Australia's most trusted parent support organisation. Gentle, expert advice for tired parents of babies and young children - from Australia's largest and most trusted parent-support group. ...

Have you ever watched your child give up too quickly and easily, moaning 'I can't'. Perhaps your child resists going to school because they don't like their teacher or their friend rejected them. Maybe they failed in a sporting contest or an exam.  One...

Everyone wants their family to be happy, but so much gets in the way - work stress, commitments and our children's challenging behaviour are some of the usual suspects. Less obvious obstacles are our own habits and expectations, a reactive parenting...

Harville Hendrix has illuminated the paths to healthy, loving relationships in his New York Times bestsellers Getting the Love You Want and Keeping the Love You Find.Now, with his coauthor and wife, Helen Hunt, he brings us to a new understanding of the...

Steve Biddulph's Raising Boys: Why Boys are Different - and How to Help Them Become Happy and Well-Balanced Men (4th ed)

Everyday Blessings is a practical and inspiring book which offers a clear outline for people who want to understand and embrace mindful parenting. It is one of the few books on parenting that embraces the emotional, intuitive and deeply personal...

Natural pregnancy advice and techniques, grounded in science, presented in a calm and friendly package - trimester by trimester Enjoy a natural, positive, stress-free pregnancy. Organised trimester by trimester, this beautiful book gives you safe yoga,...

The #1 Sunday Times bestselling guide to healthier, happier relationships by a leading psychotherapist How can we have better relationships? In this Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of...

It’s well established that parents in western countries such as Australia currently do too much for their kids, albeit with good intentions. Before driving their kids to school (or station or bus stop) each morning most parents would have woken their...

Are you obsessed about your baby's sleep? Do you feel 'weak' because you can't leave him to cry himself to sleep? Do you need to relax more and enjoy being a parent? Parenting expert Pinky McKay offers a natural, intuitive approach to solving your...

A baby has joined the family. Now what? Practicing GP, mother-of-two and Instagram’s popular Wholesome Doctor, Preeya Alexander, is a refreshing new voice in the parenting space. Her practical, inclusive and down-to-earth advice, combined with a big...

Being Zen(ish) is what we call it – and it’s the ish that we endorse! Teresa Palmer and Sarah Wright Olsen are two mums from opposite sides of the world who are doing their best to raise happy, empathetic children while working, travelling and...

Dr Peter Downey knows babies and fatherhood, and his bestselling book – now in this 25th anniversary edition – helps first time dads prepare for what’s coming their way … with a grain of salt and a smile on their face. Fully revised and updated, and...

The landmark text aimed at conquering toxic masculinity and paving the way for a fairer world, updated for a new generation. For twenty years, Steve Biddulph’s groundbreaking book Manhood and the revised edition, The New Manhood, have had a remarkable...

The revised and updated edition of the bestselling parenting classic Raising Girls in the Twenty-first Century is Steve Biddulph’s warm, wise and up-to-the-minute look at how to help your daughter – at every age, from baby to teen. Girls today need to...

A comprehensive month by month guide to pregnancy, birth and beyond from mother of four and media personality Bec Judd and her dream team of experts.  What you're not expecting, when you're expecting …  Bec Judd has been pregnant quite a lot: three...

Teen Brain

They say that one of the hardest parts of parenting is that there's no manual. Well, now there is (at least for dads!). Dadskills delivers simple, hard-hitting tips and advice in a witty, fun, and easily digestible format. This handy, amusing book is...

When Rosalind Wiseman first published QUEEN BEES & WANNABEES, she fundamentally changed the way adults look at girls' friendships and conflicts - from how they choose their best friends, how they express their anger, their boundaries with boys, and their...

Calm the chaos and transform your home into a space that fosters curiosity, creativity, and independence Too often, the toys, games, and other materials meant to educate young children end up being a detriment instead. If you're overwhelmed and your...