Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:22:51 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/it-s-not-fair!-323-114480.html The book you need to read if you are parents of challenging children aged between 8 and 12. It will help you to identify - and handle - areas of concern before they become problems, and help you and your child prepare for the teenage years

Author: HINES, GILL & BAVERSTOCK, ALISON  Publisher: HACHETTE GROUP]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/what-every-parent-needs-to-know-the-323-1404.html Rewrites the rule book on raising a child. Based on over 700 scientific studies into children's development, the author and child psychotherapist explains how to develop your child's potential to the full. He reveals how touch, laughter and play build emotional wellbeing for life, and also strategies for dealing with temper tantrums and tears.

Author: Sunderland, Margot  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/essential-first-year-the-323-102983.html A guide to babycare. It helps you bring up your baby in the first year. It offers guidance on practical childcare issues such as feeding, sleeping and crying. It contains evidence on the way babies' brains develop, to help you understand and respond to your baby.

Author: Leach, Penelope  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/raising-a-happy-child-323-102984.html Goes to the heart of being a parent communication. This work shows you how to nurture your children during the precious years from birth to six, helping them become confident individuals. It helps you to discover your baby's personality; pick up tips on teaching good behaviour; and, learn how to make bathtime, shopping and car journeys fun.

Author: Biddulph, Steve  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-toddler-food-diary-323-102985.html A weaning and feeding guide, which offers guidance through various stages of feeding babies and toddlers, from first foods to family meals. It provides 75 recipes for purees and finger foods, dishes to tempt fussy eaters and meals for the whole family.

Author: Karmel, Annabel  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-s-first-skills-323-102986.html A parents' guide to helping your baby develop through creative play. It helps you discover how in an hour you can help your baby develop during the first year from their speech to movement, coordination and social skills, while bonding with them through play. It features 48 activities that help you get the most out of your time with your baby.

Author: Stoppard, Miriam  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/feeding-your-baby-toddler-323-102987.html A guide to feeding your baby and toddler. It features quick, simple and tempting meals covering various age groups, from birth onwards. It lets you cook up over 200 delicious recipes, from healthy breakfasts and tempting food for fussy eaters, to lunchbox ideas and meals for the whole family to share.

Author: Karmel, Annabel  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/new-babycare-323-102988.html Packed with an advice on looking after your baby from feeding, first aid and childhood immunisations to tips on sleeping, crying, bathing, hygiene, playing and more, this stagebystage guide to your baby's physical, emotional and intellectual development means makes you to help your children reach their potential during the first three years.

Author: Stoppard, Miriam  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-child-year-by-year-323-102989.html A guide to the developmental milestones of childhood physical, emotional and cognitive covering ages 3 to 14. Whether you want advice for several children of different ages, or you want to follow the progress of one, it gives you the information for caring and raising children.

Author: Byron, Tanya  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-feeding-questions-answered-323-102990.html Presents the answers to feeding your baby and toddler, from birth to age three. This work includes more than 400 Q&As that guide you through the many issues you may encounter, with tips on when to wean, advice on allergies and suggestions for introducing exciting new foods.

Author: Karmel, Annabel  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/ask-a-parenting-expert-323-102991.html Offers answers to your questions on raising children from 016 with tips and problemsolving strategies. This title tells how to tame a toddler tantrum, the right amount of TV time for kids and how to encourage your child's independence.

Author: Halsey, Claire ; Johnson, Matthew  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/green-babycare-323-102992.html Helps you find out how you can make a difference by choosing greener lifestyle choices for you and your family. This book allows you to discover how to feed, clothe, clean, entertain and transport your baby in a greener way. It offers practical stepbystep advice on using alternatives to chemical products.

Author: Marriott, Susannah  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/parenting-is-child-s-play-how-to-give-323-102993.html In his critically acclaimed RTE series, Families in Trouble, David Coleman showed stressed parents how to figure out ways of helping their children and themselves. Here, he explains the basic gist of the game of raising children, talking about everything from eating and sleeping, to discipline and being a working parent.

Author: Coleman, David  Publisher: PENGUIN]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/pregnancy-and-birth-the-essential-checkl-323-102994.html Contains essential checklists for pregnancy, birth and baby, for mums and dadstobe. This book lets you anticipate everything that you need to know, do and remember in pregnancy, during birth and with your baby using 80 comprehensive lists.

Author: Sullivan, Karen  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/rough-guide-to-babies-toddlers-the-323-102995.html A practical guide for new and old parents. It offers practical suggestions for dozens of scenarios you might encounter with your new bundle of joy or little terror, as well as addressing what you might be going through as new parents.

Author: Cooke, Kaz  Publisher: ROUGH GUIDES]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/teach-your-child-how-to-think-rei--323-102996.html The greatest gift we can give our children is the ability to think for themselves. This book shows how any parent can develop the thinking skills of their children. It offers techniques for coping with the many problems and opportunities that lie in wait for your child.

Author: De Bono, Edward  Publisher: PENGUIN]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-toddler-month-by-month-323-102997.html Survive the terrible twos and raise a little angel with Tanya Byron, star of Little Angels and the BBC's House of Tiny Tearaways. House of Tiny Tearaways, Dr Tanya Bryon's loving and childcentred approach gives you the knowhow to understand your toddler's needs and adapt your parenting style accordingly to each stage of development. From toilet training to the 'terrible twos', enjoying play to preparing for nursery school, with invaluable advice on tantrums, routines and establishing boundaries, Dr Tanya Bryon tells you everything you need to know, month by month, to raise a happy confident child. Find out what works best for you and your child and turn your 'terrible two' into a little angel.

Author: Byron, Tanya  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/daybyday-pregnancy-book-the-compreh-323-102998.html A guide to pregnancy that features photographs, 3D scans and illustrations which reveal exactly what is happening to you and your baby every single day. It offers advise on a baby's development, medical matters, diet, fitness and more.

Author: Blott, Maggie  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/first-time-parents-323-102999.html A guide to pregnancy and babycare during the first year. It offers coverage ranging from what happens during pregnancy and birth, through to daytoday babycare including feeding, washing and dressing. It provides guidance on adapting to parenthood and features on common issues such as maintaining your relationship and going back to work.

Author: Stoppard, Miriam  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-baby-month-by-month-what-to-expect-323-103000.html Helps you learn what to expect, what to do and when to raise a healthy, happy baby. This book shows you what to expect, what to do and when, monthbymonth. It offers agerelated advice through various stages of your little one's development. It also offers guidance on crying, sleep, feeding, growth, emotional care and common concerns.

Author: Laurent, Su  Publisher: DORLING KINDERSLEY]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/glorious-grandparenting-323-89357.html Grandparenting is not what it used to be. For the younger generation, an Apple or Blackberry should never be eaten, communication is by acronym, and they will never know what it means to wait for the TV to warm up . nnGloria Hunniford is the proud, hands-on, and sometimesexhausted, grandmother to eight wonderful grandchildren. Over the years they have brought unimaginable joy and, frankly, kept her on her toes.nnThis is a personal account of what it is to be a grandmother. From chanting She sells seashells on the sea shore at 80 mph on Christmas Day to having her shoe laces tied by a mischievous 5 year old whilst having a nap, Gloria shares many happy memories accumulated over time.nnBut for a modern-day grandparent, life isn t always easy. Many find they must tread carefully through a minefield of issues such as divorce and limited access to their grandchildren, feeling taken for granted as a childminder, and managing views on manners, discipline, food and other aspects of childrearing. Gloria shares the experiences of many other grandparents and offers practical advice and guidance on these emotive subjects. nnA celebration of what it is to be a grandmother, this book shows that for many the best really is left to the last.

Author: Hunniford, Gloria  Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-do-maths-so-your-children-can-too-323-89360.html "Does the sight of your child’s maths homework fill you with dread? Do you look for any excuse when they ask you to explain fractions or multiplication? Maths can often leave children – and parents – perplexed. How to do Maths so Your Children Can Too works through maths topics with a simple step-by-step approach, explaining the new ways of teaching maths that confuse so many parents. This book will show you how to: - Master ‘number bonds’ and ‘number lines’ - Divide by ‘chunking’ - Multiply using ‘the grid method’ - Work with fractions, percentages and ratios - Understand number and place value Bridging the gap between primary and secondary school – when children often struggle – and packed full of simple, accessible examples, this essential guide will banish your maths phobia and take the pain out of homework time."

Author: Sani, Naomi  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-pregnancy-week-by-week-323-89382.html "The wonderful news of a new addition to the family will leave you and your loved ones eager to prepare for their arrival. However, it is you, with the support of your partner, who will experience your child’s first nine months of development during pregnancy. Your Pregnancy Week by Week tells you everything you need to know about your pregnancy. On a week-by-week basis, you can learn how your baby is developing, how and why your body is changing and what you can do to ensure a smooth and comfortable pregnancy, every step of the way. With clear, authoritative advice that demystifies complex medical jargon, this indispensable guide takes you through each stage of pregnancy, addressing common concerns and questions to ensure a healthy start for your baby."

Author: Kaye, Philippa  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/divas-door-slammers-323-89353.html Divas & Door Slammers

Author: Taylor, Charlie  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/homemade-kids-323-89354.html Homemade Kids

Author: Baird, Nicola  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/healthy-sleep-habits-happy-twins-323-89368.html Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Twins

Author: Weissbluth, Marc  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/magical-beginnings-enchanted-lives-323-49743.html Using exercises and techniques developed over ten years of teaching a popular series of workshops at the Chopra Center for Well Being, Dr Deepak Chopra shows readers how to see parenthood from a very different perspective. Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives uses meditation, yoga, dietary guidelines, natural remedies, visualization, journaling and drawing to enhance the experience of pregnancy and birth for both parents and baby. Also included are practical strategies to prepare the parents for labour and delivery, caring for the newborn child and enjoying parenthood. By applying established techniques from Deepak Chopra's internationally famous mind/body approach to the experience of pregnancy, childbirth and early infancy, Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives adds previously unexplored dimensions of physical health, joy and insight to elevate one of life's primal experiences to the realm of the miraculous.

Author: Abrams, Vicki,Chopra, Deepak,Simon, David  Publisher: Rider]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/fabulous-mum-s-handbook-the-323-49749.html Need help with wardrobe essentials, exercises and quick beauty fixes to suit your new life? Looking for advice on relationships, sleep, sex (or lack of both!) and work-life balance? Help is at hand! Fashion and lifestyle journalist Grace Saunders – herself a mum-of-three – brings you the ultimate survival guide, packed to the brim with practical advice, useful tricks and brilliantly creative solutions to conquer any and all challenges of motherhood. Important erratum: On page 283 of The Fabulous Mum’s Handbook the author quotes a mother described as “Henrietta Hill, barrister”. We should like to make it clear that this is a pseudonym used by the author to protect the identity of the interviewee who chose to remain anonymous. The quotation was not made by Henrietta Hill, who is the mother of one child and who is a barrister practising at Doughty Street Chambers: http://www.doughtystreet.co.uk/barristers/henrietta_hill.cfm

Author: Saunders, Grace  Publisher: Arrow]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/misconceptions-323-50461.html Every year, millions of women have their lives turned inside out by the experience of pregnancy. A contemporary woman find herself caught in an absurd paradox: while in the grip of one of the most primal, lonely, sensual and in some ways, psychologically debilitating and physically dangerous experience, she is overwhelmed by invasive, trivialising and infantilising cultural messages about what is happening to her - and who really owns the experience. Wolf takes a critical look at the powerful vested interests in the pregnancy 'business' and at the social message coming at women: an amalgam of sentimentality, psychologically dangerous half-truths and conflicting ideologies. She discusses with devastating honesty her own two pregnancies and those of other women, from the physical and emotional effects of having your body taken over, through the elation and the fear, to the choice of delivery method (where mother-friendly childbirth is often in conflict with hospital-friendly practice) and the effects of post-partum depression. Misconceptions is a moving, provocative and unusually candid account of pregnancy and childbirth which for the first time tells the truth about women's conflicting emotions and society's hypocritical attitudes to women's experience.

Author: Wolf, Naomi  Publisher: Vintage]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/philosophical-baby-the-323-89371.html * For most of us, having a baby is the most profound, intense, and fascinating experience of our lives. Now scientists and philosophers are starting to appreciate babies, too. * The last decade has witnessed a revolution in our understanding of infants and young children. Scientists used to believe that babies were irrational, and that their thinking and experience were limited. Recently, they have discovered that babies learn more, create more, care more, and experience more than we could ever have imagined. And there is good reason to believe that babies are actually cleverer, more thoughtful, and even more conscious than adults. * This new science holds answers to some of the deepest and oldest questions about what it means to be human. A new baby’s captivated gaze at her mother’s face lays the foundations for love and morality. A toddler’s unstoppable explorations of his playpen hold the key to scientific discovery. A three-year-old’s wild make-believe explains how we can imagine the future, write novels, and invent new technologies. * Alison Gopnik – a leading psychologist and philosopher, as well as a mother – explains the groundbreaking new psychological, neuroscientific, and philosophical developments in our understanding of very young children, transforming our understanding of how babies see the world, and in turn promoting a deeper appreciation for the role of parents.

Author: Gopnik, Alison  Publisher: Bodley Head]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/divas-dictators-323-89337.html Supermarket tantrums? Insufferable car journeys? Sibling in-fighting? Bedtimes that last hours? Sound familiar? Behavioural expert Charlie Taylor has the answers in this practical handbook which is full of simple, effective techniques for improving your child's behaviour. Focusing predominately on the under-fives, Charlie Taylor’s straight-talking, no-nonsense approach guides you away from knee-jerk parenting towards a more proactive and positive relationship with your child. With particular emphasis on the power of praise – the basis of his acclaimed 6:1 strategy – and planning in advance for behaviour hotspots, every parent can break the miserable pattern of constant confrontation and repetitive nagging. With the insights and methods of Divas and Dictators, including a handy Troubleshooter’s Guide, every household with young children can quickly transform from havoc to harmony.

Author: Taylor, Charlie  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/raising-babies-323-89338.html Using content from one of the fastest growing parenting websites, www.raisingkids.co.uk, Raising Babies will give expert advice on looking after babies from birth to one year old. Parents will learn how to feed, wean and comfort their babies; as well as addressing their concerns and answering common questions. Raising Babies also includes fascinating case studies that will provide illuminating insights into common parenting issues as well as offering practical, realistic and warm advice to guide parents through their child's first year. Covering a wide range of subjects from your baby's development; feeding; sleeping; health and broken up into easy-to-follow sub-sections with headings like: Giggling and Grabbing; Food, Teeth and Speech and Fascinated by People, Raising Babies will both delight and inform new parents.

Author: Spungin, Pat  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/potty-training-girls-323-89339.html Girls mature more quickly than boys and so are usually ready to potty train earlier. However, they can also be more sensitive to the process as a whole. In Potty Training Girls, Dr Caroline Fertleman and Simone Cave provide a clear step-by-step guide, taking parents through preparation; introducing and encouraging your daughter to use the potty; troubleshooting and much more. This invaluable guide also includes: - Checklists for both mental and physical signs that show your daughter is ready - Guidance on what kind of behaviour to expect and how to manage it - Sensitive advice if your daughter is a late starter or a 'rebel' Potty Training Girls ensures that parents, and their daughters, pass this important milestone calmly, without worry or stress, and shows that it can even be fun!

Author: Cave, Simone,Fertleman, Caroline  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/from-crying-baby-to-contented-baby-323-89340.html All parents relish that very first cry from their newborn baby. Yet as the crying continues it can become deeply stressful. And no sooner have you worked out what your young baby is trying to tell you – often hunger, fatigue or discomfort - than they grow older and the reasons more complex – teething pain, anxiety or simply frustration. In From Crying Baby to Contented Baby, Britain’s bestselling childcare author, Gina Ford, outlines the common triggers for each specific age group, whether it’s a five-week-old or a 10-month-old, to help you determine the most likely cause for your baby’s distress so that you can respond to their needs and quickly comfort and settle them. Full of practical tips such as encouraging parents to ‘stop, look, listen’, and lots of reassuring advice, your baby – and you! – will soon be calm and content once more.

Author: Ford, Gina  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/expectant-dad-s-survival-guide-the-323-89341.html From buying buggies and cutting the cord to dealing with your wife's breastfeeding in public - the life of a first-time father will throw up new experiences every day. The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide tells you everything you need to know during your partner's pregnancy and the first few weeks of your new life as a dad. Combining expert advice from midwives, psychologists and obstetricians with first-hand accounts, it explains what's happening with her, what's going on with your baby, and what the hell you should be doing every step of the way. With tips from those who know, what-to-do explanations and fascinating facts, this survival guide will ensure you're armed and ready for your role as a new father - from discovery to delivery and beyond.

Author: Kemp, Rob  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/raising-and-praising-girls-323-89342.html One of the biggest lessons we have learnt in the last few decades is that it is valuable, important and effective to praise children. Children respond much better to encouragement than they do to punishment, which is why praising them is considered fundamental in helping them develop self-esteem and strong self-belief. However, the wrong kind of praise can do more harm than good, creating children who lose all sense of rational judgement and are too readily wrong-footed when they meet difficulty. In this practical, common-sense guide, Elizabeth Hartley-Brewer reveals why understanding and acknowledging girls’ unique sensibilities is the key to knowing how to award them with the right sort of praise. Using insightful, accessible tips, she shows parents how to: - combat the perfectionism girls are often susceptible to and encourage them to be creative and take risks - boost girls’ self-confidence and belief in themselves - be discriminating in their praise in order to maximise its effect - teach girls not to fear failure but to accept it and learn from it

Author: Hartley-Brewer, Elizabeth  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/raising-and-praising-boys-323-89343.html One of the biggest lessons we have learnt in the last few decades is that it is valuable, important and effective to praise children. Children respond much better to encouragement than they do to punishment, which is why praising them is considered fundamental in helping them develop self-esteem and strong self-belief. However, the wrong kind of praise can do more harm than good, creating children who lose all sense of rational judgement and are too readily wrong-footed when they meet difficulty. In this practical, common-sense guide, Elizabeth Hartley-Brewer shows parents why understanding and acknowledging boys’ sensibilities is the key to knowing how to award their sons with the right sort of praise. Using insightful, accessible tips, she reveals: - why boys need regular but small doses of positive feedback to prevent them from becoming distracted or losing focus in their work - what makes the father/son relationship instrumental in ensuring boys receive the right praise - why female approval may have less value in the eyes of young boys than male approval

Author: Hartley-Brewer, Elizabeth  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/self-esteem-for-girls-323-89344.html Self-Esteem for Girls is an essential guide for helping parents and teachers support girls through the difficulties of growing up. Self-esteem is what every parent wishes their daughter to have. It is her passport to a happier, more fulfilled life. The quiet confidence that self-respect gives to girls ensures that they learn to learn, play, love and communicate better. This practical book suggests ways to handle difficult stages in girls' lives, and when they are likely to occur, so that those who deal with them may help them gain self-esteem. Elizabeth Harley-Brewer shows how to: -- Understand the challenges and opportunities that girls face today; -- Help girls develop the inner strength to cope with the demands of school, friends and society; -- Manage girls' behaviour in a way that preserves and promotes their self-esteem; --espond sensitively when girls suffer setbacks;

Author: Hartley-Brewer, Elizabeth  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/self-esteem-for-boys-323-89345.html SELF-ESTEEM FOR BOYS is an essential guide for helping parents and tea chers support boys through the difficulties of growing up. Self-esteem is what every parent wishes their son to have. It is his passport to a happier, more fulfilled life. The quiet confidence that self-respect gives to boys ensures that they learn to learn, play, love and commun icate better. This practical book suggests ways to handle difficult stages in boys' lives, and when they are likely to occur, so that those who deal with them may help them to gain self-esteem. Elizabeth Hartley-Brewer shows how to: --Understand the challenges and opportunities that boys face today; --Help boys develop the inner strength to resist peer group demands; --Manage boys' behaviour in a way that preserves and promotes their self -esteem; --Respond sensitively when boys suffer setbacks;

Author: Hartley-Brewer, Elizabeth  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/positive-not-pushy-323-89346.html Being a pushy parent is not in fashion. The talk now is of the pressure put on children to succeed, the endless exams that they have to face and the way it can eat into their time for creative play. Yet most parents would still like to help their children do as well as possible, given whatever gifts they are born with and whatever opportunities are available. In most families the problem is not too much pressure, but ignorance of how to help children make the most of themselves. This easy-to-use book gives advice on the practicalities and psychology of encouraging a talent, while keeping your child happy and well-balanced. Praise for How To Be a Better Parent: '[Her] words of wisdom about responding positively should be handed out to new parents at birth.' Junior 'A book that all parents will find funny, enlightening - and absolutely essential.' Daily Telegraph 'A really helpful book, filled with practical advice.' Times Educational Supplement 'An unpatronising, easy to use guide' BBC Parenting Magazine 'I'm a better parent for reading this - and I'm an expert.' Oliver James, clinical psychologist 'All you need to help you and your children become a happier, better functioning family.' Toddler World

Author: Jardine, Cassandra  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-be-a-better-parent-323-89347.html Parenting classes are in the news, not only for parents with totally out of control children, but also for ordinary, anxious parents who find that applying simple parenting skills can result in happier children and calmer, more enjoyable home lives. In the child-centred age of fast food, television and computer games, when family structures are less clearly defined than in the 50s and 60s, it can be more difficult for parents to take a positive, long-term view of what they are trying to achieve with their children. Not everyone wants to go to parenting classes, but everyone can benefit from what's taught there. So Cassandra Jardine has drawn on the experience and skills of Britain's two top teachers to provide the practical tools that all parents can use immediately. This easy-to-use guide will explain why your child behaves as he/she does and will offer sensible strategies for ensuring a happy home-life, and well-balanced kids.

Author: Jardine, Cassandra  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/twins-multiple-births-323-89348.html Having more than one baby at once can test the endurance of even the most calm and experienced parents. This inspiring and enlightening guide, by a practising GP and mother of twins, will be welcomed by all parents of multiple births who find that the standard baby and childcare guides fall short of their special needs. Including new statistics on multiple births and up-to-date resources, as well as the latest information on topics such as: fertility treatment, advances in prenatal medicine and surgery, feeding, schooling and looking after sick twins, this book offers first-hand professional, practical and emotional advice to help parents cope with the development and rearing of twins from conception to adulthood. Particular emphasis is placed on the relationship between twins as individuals as they grow up, their relationship with others both inside and outside the family, and sibling rivalry. Also incorporating standard information on pregnancy, birth, what to expect and how the process differs from single births, this is an essential, enlightening and often amusing guide for every parent of twins.'The author is ideally placed to explain medical terms and discuss problems while appreciating the concerns and worries of parents-a most valuable book' Twins, Triplets and More magazine'Insightful and often painfully amusing reading' Your Health magazine'Splendid - just what was needed' Multiple Births Association

Author: Cooper, Carol  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/contented-house-with-twins-a-323-89349.html A Contented House with Twins unites the UK’s leading baby expert, Gina Ford, and the highly regarded television presenter Alice Beer, a mother of twin girls. Discovering you are expecting twins is both an exciting and a thoroughly terrifying prospect. Within weeks of the arrival of her beautiful daughters, Alice found that she was ‘screaming out for a routine’ and craving the knowledge of mothers who had been through it with two. This book is the result of those cries. Alice’s front-line experience of coping with twins is combined with Gina’s highly successful parenting advice and, for the first time, her groundbreaking routines, specially adapted for twins. Together, they tackle the practical and emotional aspects of parenting two babies, including: - what you can expect in a multiple pregnancy - how to feed two at once - what to do when they each want a different story or both want a hug - how to cope with everyday practicalities: shopping, bathtime, and much more. Alice’s humorous insights and Gina’s essential advice, tips, support and successful routines will guarantee that parents enjoy their twins and get their lives back.

Author: Beer, Alice,Ford, Gina  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-whisperer-solves-all-your-problems-the-323-89350.html Tracy Hogg knows babies. Her incredible sensitivity and ability to read infants' cries, coos and assorted baby noises quickly earned Tracy the admiration and gratitude of high-profile couples, including a host of celebrities. The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems provides solutions to hundreds of baby care problems, including the Big Three: sleep, feeding and behaviour, from infancy to the age of 3. Tracy demystifies the magic she has performed with some five thousand babies. She teaches parents how to work out what kind of baby they have, what kind of mother and father they are, and what kind of parenting plan will work best for them. Believing that babies need to become part of the family - rather than dominate it - she has developed a practical programme that works with infants as young as a day old.

Author: Blau, Melinda,Hogg, Tracy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-baby-week-by-week-323-89351.html Finding out what to expect during each week of pregnancy is easy; the shops are heaving with informative guides. Yet when the baby finally arrives and you are left to face the weeks of unpredictability and worry that a new baby brings, there are no week-by-week baby manuals to offer the advice, information and reassurance you need. Your Baby Week By Week is the guide you've been crying out for. Each chapter covers just one week of a baby’s development, and, ideal for tired and anxious parents, the week is divided into sections so that you can quickly and easily skim the chapter and find the information you’re looking for. It covers the basics - sleep, feeding, crying, washing, play and development – as well as being packed full of vital information and handy tips for checking a baby’s progress, including: - which vaccinations he needs and when - how much milk/feeds he needs - planning ahead - specific problems you may encounter, such as colic, and how to deal with them Clearly laid out and written by two experienced mothers - one a paediatrician, the other the Daily Mirror's health editor, this is a reassuring and practical guide to help you through the crucial first six months of parenthood.

Author: Cave, Simone,Fertleman, Caroline  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/top-tips-for-fussy-eaters-323-89352.html All parents want their toddlers to be healthy, happy eaters but mealtimes can often end in a battle of wills. Gina Ford’s Top Tips for Fussy Eaters offers parents practical, straightforward advice on turning those difficult mealtimes into happy family occasions. Gina's no-nonsense quick and easy tips will help you to: - create food that is fun to eat, yet healthy and nutritious - make mealtimes less stressful - encourage your child to eat fruit and vegetables This handy guide offers sensible solutions to help you cope with your little fussy eater.

Author: Ford, Gina  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/contented-little-baby-book-of-weaning-the-323-89355.html Weaning your baby on to solid foods is one of the most important milestones during the early months of parenthood, and Gina’s expert advice on weaning makes a baby’s transition from milk to solid foods as straightforward as possible. Successful weaning establishes a pattern of healthy eating in babies, avoiding the pitfalls of fussy eaters restricted to a narrow diet. In this revised edition of The Contented Little Baby Book of Weaning, Gina includes the latest recommendations regarding breast-feeding and the introduction of solid food from the World Health Organisation and the UK Department of Health. She aims to take the worry out of weaning, guiding parents step-by-step through the process and shares the insight and expertise gained from personally helping to care for over 300 babies, and advising thousands more parents via her consultation service and website. Included in this revised edition: - The best time of day to introduce the first solid food - Which foods to introduce and at what age - Getting the balance of milk feeds and solids right - How to eliminate night feeds once solids are introduced - The importance of introducing finger foods at the right age - Extended parent-friendly feeding plans to take parents step-by-step through the different stages - Newly developed rotating meal planners for older children up to the end of the first year - Brand new questions and answers giving the most up-to-date advice to parents The Contented Little Baby Book of Weaning is the definitive guide to ensuring babies eat well now and as they grow up and is as relevant and helpful to those parents who have not previously followed Gina’s routines.

Author: Ford, Gina  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-diaries-the-323-89356.html If there’s one thing that puts us all on a level playing field it’s becoming a mum for the first time, everything else - work, sleep, sanity - goes out of the window. When I was handed our first daughter, Phoebe, I was terrified. This tiny bundle seemed so small and helpless and it was down to me and Vernon to take care of her every need when between us we couldn’t change a nappy. This book is the story of my journey into motherhood. From the shock and excitement of the positive pregnancy test to trying to look ‘stylish’ when I couldn’t even see my feet, the overwhelming emotion of having our beautiful baby and the horror to come of not sleeping properly for over three years. And then deciding to do it all over again! I do hope that by sharing my story you will have a better idea of what to expect, pick up a few tips and gain a little reassurance that even if the journey is rocky at times (as ours was!) we all become brilliant mums…eventually. To get a sneak preview of The Baby Diaries download our free iPhone app - just search iTunes for Tess Daly to find it.

Author: Daly, Tess  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-behave-so-your-children-will-too-323-89358.html Tired of repeating everything four times to get your children to listen? Feeling guilty because your children don't behave? This book will save your sanity! How to Behave So Your Children Will Too! explains how to teach your children to behave, how to listen and how to be more cooperative. It also outlines how to manage your own anger and respond consistently, thus avoiding arguments and power struggles. Written by an expert in psychiatry, this book makes discipline simple and your life easier. You will even learn how to enjoy being a parent.'-a riveting reference for all of us who are often put on the spot by our kids' - Family Circle

Author: Severe, Sal  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/family-life-made-easy-323-89359.html Mum of three, Grace Saunders, has done all the research so you don’t have to. Drawing on the advice and experiences of friends, families, professionals and fellow mums, Grace covers everything from nutrition and competitive parenting to nifty eco-friendly short-cuts and ideas for cutting back on the household's expenses. Family Life Made Easy is like a best-friend, ready to help you navigate your way through the wonderful mayhem that is family life.

Author: Saunders, Grace  Publisher: Arrow]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-sensational-baby-sleep-plan-323-89361.html Sleep is something all new parents want, both for themselves and their newborn babies. Now, with The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan baby care consultant Alison Scott-Wright takes the stress and tension out of those early weeks and offers the ultimate plan that will ensure your baby sleeps soundly during the day, and for a full 12 hours during the night from around 8-10 weeks, without the need for night feeds! The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan gives parents: * Realistic, easy to follow advice and guidance * Sensible feeding plans that can be tailored to suit the individual * Simple explanations of how to interpret different cries * Useful tips to to encourage belief and trust in their parental instincts * Solutions to common issues and problems, as well as in-depth explanations on how to cope with reflux and dietary related colic. * Happy babies that sleep through the night and have structured naps from around 2 months. Packed with tips, hints and reminders, case studies, at-a-glance charts and a daily journal to help you keep track of your baby's progress, The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan is a step-by-step, must-have manual for stress-free parenting.

Author: Scott-Wright, Alison  Publisher: Bantam Press]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-afford-time-off-with-your-baby-323-89362.html A new baby brings a great deal of excitement to a household, but managing on a reduced income can be a daunting prospect. Full of top tips and creative ideas, this practical guide will help you make the right financial decisions during your pregnancy and throughout your maternity leave – whether this is 6 weeks or 6 years! How to Afford Time Off with Your Baby will: * help you to budget at each and every stage, from pregnancy to starting school * offer guidance on the essential pieces of baby kit so you don’t overbuy * propose creative ways to generate a little extra cash and achieve more with less * advise you on how to release and save money during this critical time With an extensive resource section full of up-to-date websites, activity groups and key advisors, How to Afford Time off with Your Baby is an indispensable guide that will help you worry less so you can enjoy those precious moments with your new baby much more.

Author: Goddard-Hill, Becky  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/top-tips-from-the-baby-whisperer:-sleep-323-89363.html ‘I can’t get my five-week-old to sleep in her cot.’ ‘My six-week-old resists his naps.’ ‘My baby is three months old and is still waking up throughout the night.’ Sleep is the number one issue that plagues parents from the moment they bring their baby home from hospital. Even the lucky ones, whose babies are naturally good sleepers, wonder when their baby will sleep through the night. Tracy Hogg's incredible sensitivity and ability to read infants' cries, coos and assorted baby noises quickly earned her the admiration and gratitude of high-profile couples, including a host of celebrities. With reassuring, down-to-earth advice, her practical sleep programme will help you overcome your baby’s sleep problems and works with infants from as young as a day old. A lifesaver for any busy parent.

Author: Blau, Melinda,Hogg, Tracy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/top-tips-from-the-baby-whisperer:-potty-training-323-89364.html Although parents are most worried about sleep issues, their anxiety seems to reach new heights when they even think about potty training. ‘When do we do it?' 'How do we do it?' 'What if we start too early?' 'What if we start too late?' The questions are endless. Thankfully help is to hand with Tracy Hogg's reassuring, down-to-earth advice. Her practical potty training programme will help you overcome your fears and includes essential information, including: - What you'll need to get started - How to prepare - Getting your child into a training routine - What to do if your little one isn't ready With handy tips and a trouble-shooting section, this is a lifesaver for any busy parent.

Author: Blau, Melinda, Hogg, Tracy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/good-sleep-guide-for-kids-the-323-89365.html With 69 per cent of children under the age of 10 affected by sleep problems that can lead to mood swings, behavioural disorders and irritability, good sleep plays a major part in their wellbeing. In The Good Sleep Guide for Kids, Sammy Margo addresses problems such as night waking, sleep terrors and sleep walking and offers sound advice on ensuring the best quality sleep for your child. With expert guidance on bedroom environment, bedclothes, bedtime routines and foods that help and hinder sleep for children, Sammy also looks at issues such as: - sibling relationships - comfort toys - napping - co-sleeping with parents The Good Sleep Guide for Kids offers a simple, positive approach to solving sleep problems and creating the best environment and routine for restful, satisfying sleep every night.

Author: Margo, Sammy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/save-our-sleep-323-89366.html Tizzie Hall is an international baby sleep expert who has been working with babies and their parents for over 15 years. Her customised sleep routines have helped thousands of restless babies sleep through the night, and now she shares the secrets of her success in this easy-to-use sleep guide, including: - Sleep routines from birth to introducing solids for breast- and bottle-fed babies - Teaching your baby to settle and resettle themselves - Solutions to sleep problems - Common questions and case studies from parents - How to overcome any breaks to the sleeping routine Packed full of useful information about feeding, weaning, common health concerns and special situations that can affect your baby's sleep pattern, Save Our Sleep is the must-have book for all parents who want to save their sleep.

Author: Hall, Tizzie  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-be-a-happy-stepmum-323-89367.html Stepfamilies are currently the fastest growing family type in the UK, with current estimates suggesting that 1 in 10 of all families are now stepfamilies. Yet despite the ever-growing number of stepfamilies, there remains a dearth of information and support for them. How to be a Happy Stepmum provides the first step in this support by guiding stepmothers through the pitfalls of adapting to stepfamily life; firstly by identifying what type of stepmother they are and then by addressing each of the recognised factors related to becoming a successful and happy stepmother. Based on sound research and written by an expert in the field, this book is essential reading for all stepmums.

Author: Doodson, Lisa  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/pocket-guide-to-understanding-a-d-h-d-the-323-89369.html The Pocket Guide to Understanding A. D. H. D. offers authoritative but instant, practical and commonsense advice for parents, including the latest research on this distressing and misunderstood condition. In his typically friendly and direct style, Dr Chris Green, with Dr Kit Chee, explains the causes and effects of A. D. H. D. and provides quick, practical strategies to help cope with common problems such as inattention, impulsiveness and underachievement and includes advice on: - how to identify A. D. H. D. in your child - medication and alternative therapies - where to get support - improving behaviour at school and home And much more!

Author: Chee, Kit,Green, Christopher  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/understanding-attention-deficit-disorder-323-89370.html In his typically freindly and clear style, the ever-popular Dr Chris Green, with Dr Kit Chee, explains the causes and treatments of this distressing condition which affects the learning and behaviour of up to 1 in 10 children in this country. Fully revised to take account of the latest developments in the treatment and diagnosis of ADHD, this book for parents, teachers and health professionals dispels the myths and gives a clear overview of ADHD: the causes, the behaviours and the treatments. It is full of well-tried, practical strategies to help cope with common problems such as inattention, underachievement and impulsiveness. Topics covered include: - The causes, how to help improve behaviour at home and at school - Making the diagnosis, medication and alternative therapies - Hints to help reading and writing and language - Ways to boost self-esteem - ADHD in adults - The latest research and where to go for further help Understanding ADHD offers invaluable guidance to help parents work with teachers and health professionals to give their child the best possible chance of entering adulthood wirh self-confidence, life skills and secure family relationships.

Author: Chee, Kit,Green, Christopher  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/young-mind-the-323-89372.html Sadly, millions of children today are affected by mental health problems, almost a doubling of the number of sufferers in just one generation. Now, in this timely new book, mental health experts provide invaluable information and guidance for concerned parents, teachers and young adults. With chapters covering subjects such as child and adolescent development, parenting skills, problems at school, emotional health and wellbeing, The Young Mind also looks specifically at some of the most distressing problems facing young people today, including anxiety and stress disorders, drugs, alcohol, self-harm and psycho-sexual development. Illustrated and written in a completely accessible style by some of the most distinguished and respected professionals in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry, The Young Mind offers a guiding hand and insight into this most vital area of mental health.

Author: Bailey, Sue  Publisher: Bantam Press]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/love-guilt-and-reparation-323-89373.html LOVE, GUILT AND REPARATION shows the growth of Melanie Klein`s work and ideas between 1921 and 1945. The earlier papers reveal her intense proccupation with the impact of infant anxieties upon child development. She traces these influences on criminality and childhood psychosis, symbol formation and intellectual inhibition and the early development of conscience. In the final paper on the Pedipus complex, Klein develops her theories of teh earliest infant stages of develop-ment, extending Freud`s analysis of the Oedipus complex and laying a basis for her own subsequent conceptualising of the paranoid-schizoid position in the first six months of life. The volume also contains a foreward by Dr Hanna Segal and explanatory notes by the Editoral Board of the Melanie Klein Trust.

Author: The Melanie Klein Trust  Publisher: Vintage Classics]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/new-contented-little-baby-book-the-323-89374.html The Contented Little Baby Book, based on Gina Ford’s personal experience of caring for over 300 babies, was first published in 1999. It quickly established Gina as an influential new authority on baby and childcare issues and has remained one of the bestselling parenting books in the UK. This completely revised edition of The New Contented Little Baby Book contains the most up-to-date advice available to parents. Using the feedback from numerous readers and website members, Gina has been able to develop and elaborate on the information in her first book, while clearly setting out her philosophy on simple feeding and sleeping routines. By creating routines that match a growing baby’s innate natural rhythms, Gina prevents the hunger, overtiredness and colic that can lead to excessive crying. Babies who are settled into Gina’s gentle routines are happy and contented because their needs for food and sleep are appropriately met and they should sleep for their longest spell at night from an early age. With detailed, prescriptive information on everything parents need to know, this book includes chapters on: - Preparation for the birth - How the routines evolved and the benefits of following a routine - Milk feeding in the first year - Understanding your baby’s sleep - Establishing a routine - Introducing solid food in line with government and World Health Authority guidelines - Common problems in the first year Whether you are expecting your first child, or are experiencing difficulties with an older baby, this comprehensive guide contains all the expert guidance you need to help your baby feed and sleep well.

Author: Ford, Gina  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/childcare-bible-the-323-89375.html For single parent families as well as those with two working parents, organising formal childcare can seem complicated and daunting. How are you to navigate your way through all the options available, work out what you can afford and plan all this around you or your partner returning to work? In The Childcare Bible Lucy Martin offers clear, comprehensive guidance on the world of nannies, nurseries, childminders, and much more. As an ex-solicitor, working mother of three children and owner of a successful nanny-finding business Lucy is excellently placed to give you the best advice on how to negotiate the childcare minefield. Having interviewed parents across the country to ensure the widest range of concerns and issues are covered, The Childcare Bible tells you everything you need to know, including: - What types of childcare are available and what they each offer - How to evaluate a childcare provider or childcare setting - What financial support you can get and how it works - How to interview nannies and the relevant employment law issues - How to decide whether returning to work is right for you - What your rights are on returning to work With checklists and case studies, this essential guide sets out the pros and cons, costs and implications of all available options. Accompanied by a regularly updated website containing the latest legal changes affecting childcare, The Childcare Bible makes organising the right childcare for your family a painless task.

Author: Martin, Lucy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/aargh-to-zzzz-of-parenting-the-323-89376.html A is for Anxiety, Alcohol and awful Activities. B is for Bedtime, Baking and Boredom. C is for Childcare and Cooking With Your Coat on. N is for Not Swearing (bloody frustrating) and S is for Soft Play Places, Sniffing Babies' Arses (to see if they've filled their nappies - are there not easier ways of finding out?) and Sex (see also L, for lack thereof). The Aargh to Zzzz of Parenting merrily puts two fingers up to the pervasive notion that parenthood is an eternally rewarding experience. Taking a wry, down-to-earth and humorous look at life with young children, it taps into the very normal, but hard-to-admit ambivalence that so many parents feel about raising kids. Darkly funny and occasionally shocking, Joanna Simmons and Jay Curtis' brilliantly alternative A-Z of parenting is essential reading for all mums and dads who really, really love their kids, but...

Author: Simmons, Joanna,Curtis, Jay  Publisher: Square Peg]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/playground-potting-shed-the-323-89377.html Winner of Garden Media Guild Award for Young Gardener Initiative Recommended by BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time In The Playground Potting Shed, Dominic Murphy relates how he helped his local school establish a garden and grow a stunning array of flowers, fruit and vegetables during term-time. Week by week, he describes the small triumphs and inevitable setbacks he encountered while getting the gardening club off the ground, and shares friendly advice on everything from environmentally friendly pest control to avoiding troublesome varieties of vegetables. The result is a timely and inspiring guide that is guaranteed to get young people gardening.

Author: Murphy, Dominic  Publisher: Guardian Books]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/rainy-day-book-the-323-89378.html MUUUUMMMM ... DAAADDDD ... I'm BORED!' Whether it's the weekend, half term or the summer holidays, these words will likely strike fear into any parent's heart - particularly if it's tipping it down with rain outside. Thankfully, this delightful collection is at hand, packed full of imaginative ideas that are guaranteed to inspire young minds, and maybe even remind older ones of the best bits of their own childhood. The selection not only includes simple and inexpensive ideas for science and craft activities, from making your own rocket to creating a memory box, it also gives suggestions for imaginative play, from indoor camping to pretending to be a pirate for the day. There are activities that will encourage children to learn about animals and insects, to pick up foreign languages and to find out more about their family history, and it even covers recommendations for the times when the weather isn't so bad, from leapfrog in the garden to visiting a local farm. Packed full of thoughtful and inventive ideas, The Rainy Day Book will prove an endless source of inspiration for anyone with children to entertain.

Author: Brooks, Helen  Publisher: Guardian Books]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/zita-west-s-guide-to-fertility-and-assisted-conception-323-89379.html Embarking on IVF - or any assisted fertility treatment - can be a very demanding and stressful experience, but the right physical, nutritional and emotional support can lessen these stresses and strains and increase your chances of success. In Zita West's Guide to Fertility and Assisted Conception leading fertility and pregnancy expert, Zita West, offers an in-depth explanation of all aspects of fertility and, uniquely, addresses the issues involved in using assisted conception. In her clear, yet sensitive, style Zita explains: - All aspects of fertility - from preconception and trying naturally through to assisted conception - What is involved in the IVF process - How to prepare your body to increase your chances of conceiving successfully - The importance of a proactive approach to diet and nutrition - How complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, can increase your chances of success Including interviews with leading experts in the field, case histories from patients and Zita’s own holistic principles, this is an invaluable guide for the growing number of people who are considering, or have already embarked on, medical intervention to enable them to conceive.

Author: West, Zita  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/secrets-of-the-baby-whisperer-323-89380.html Tracy Hogg knows babies. She can calm even the most distressed or difficult infant, because she understands their language. Hence, her clients call her 'The Baby Whisperer'. Her incredible sensitivity and ability to read infants' cries, coos and assorted baby noises quickly earned Tracy the admiration and gratitude of high-profile couples, including a host of celebrities. In this remarkable book, Tracy demystifies the magic she has performed with some five thousand babies. She teaches parents how to work out what kind of baby they have, what kind of mother and father they are, and what kind of parenting plan will work best for them. Believing that babies need to become part of the family - rather than dominate it - she has developed a practical programme that works with infants as young as a day old. Her methods are also applauded by scientists: 'Tracy's is a voice that should be heard. She appears very knowledgeable about modern infant research and has incorporated this to a level parents can understand. In spite of all the baby how-tos on the market, this one will stand out.'

Author: Blau, Melinda,Hogg, Tracy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/secrets-of-the-baby-whisperer-for-toddlers-323-89381.html Having successfully helped parents to calm and connect with their baby in Secrets of the Baby Whisperer, Tracy Hogg now provides the bible for parents who've made it through the first year with baby and are now faced with a delightful, yet demanding toddler. In Secrets of the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers Tracy reveals the know-your-toddler quiz to help determine how best to help and 'handle' your toddler. She explains the critical techniques for fostering your toddler's growth and independence and advises on discipline, one of the most troublesome toddler issues, as well as socialising and toilet training and much, much more. This is a must-have manual for all parents of toddlers.

Author: Blau, Melinda,Hogg, Tracy  Publisher: Vermilion]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/dadcando-323-84041.html If you want to get your kids to turn off the TV, step away from the computer and do something less boring instead, dadcando has a project for you. Brimful of magical and creative ideas to try at home, from building a spaceship to doing science experiments in the kitchen, dadcando is a must for any father who wants to spend quality time with his children. Not only that, it also includes bags of advice and support for dads who find themselves going it alone. Every father wants to be a hero to his kids, and with dadcando you’ll find it’s child’s play.

Author: Barnardo, Chris  Publisher: Guardian Books]]> Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/number-and-the-logic-games-for-preschoolers-323-47830.html With these 150 easy and fun-filled games, parents can prepare their preschoolers for future math success. Kids won't even realize they're learning as they search for sequences and patterns; weigh and measure items; play guessing games; and enjoy singing "musical numbers." And why should they, when they can master the fundamentals of counting during a delightful teatime picnic? Just lay out a tea set, pick 2 favorite stuffed toys or dolls, and have the child serve 1 cup, 2 sandwiches, and so on. Or throw dice to explain number patterns, draw pictures and match up shapes, and introduce fractions with segments of fruit. From an exciting game of mini-bingo to an artistic number frieze, every activity builds brainpower in the most delightful way.

Author: JANE KAMP & CLARE WALTERS  Publisher: HAMLYN]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-pregnancy-week-by-week-323-62460.html Foreword and Introduction; PART 1: HEALTH AND WELLBEING 6; Becoming Pregnant: Preconceptual care - Trying to conceive - Trying for a girl or boy - Fertilization - Genes - How twins are formed - Causes of infertility - Assisted reproduction techniques; Diet and Exercise: Nutritional needs and what to avoid - Cravings - Special diets -.

Author: DAME KARLENE DAVIS  Publisher: HAMLYN]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-pregnancy-bible-323-62461.html YOUR PREGNANCY BIBLE

Author: ANNE DEANS  Publisher: CARROLL & BROWN PUBLISHERS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/our-baby`s-first-year-323-81609.html OUR BABY`S FIRST YEAR

Author: NONE  Publisher: AWARD PUBLISHING]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby`s-first-year-323-81610.html BABY`S FIRST YEAR

Author: STRAWBERRIE DONNELLY  Publisher: AWARD PUBLISHING]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hello-friends-my-baby-love-record-book-323-81611.html HELLO FRIENDS MY BABY LOVE RECORD BOOK

Author: NONE  Publisher: BRIJBASI ART PRESS LTD]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-baby-book-a-first-five-year-diary-323-81612.html MY BABY BOOK A FIRST FIVE YEAR DIARY

Author: NONE  Publisher: BROWN WATSON]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-record-book-323-81613.html No store can ever have enough baby record books and this one will be a cut above the rival product. Designed by Angela Kerr in bright blues and pinks, her "Baby Record Book" will sell for years to come. Simple, yet elegant, this lovely book has every category that any new parent will want to record about their baby.

Author: ANGELA KERR  Publisher: EXLEY PUBLICATION]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-book-pink-323-81614.html BABY BOOK PINK

Author: NONE  Publisher: FIVE MILE PRESS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-book-blue-323-81615.html BABY BOOK BLUE

Author: NONE  Publisher: FIVE MILE PRESS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/10-000-baby-names-323-81616.html 10,000 BABY NAMES

Author: SHASHI JAIN  Publisher: GOODWILL PUBLISHING]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-first-five-years-anne-geddes-323-81617.html MY FIRST FIVE YEARS ANNE GEDDES

Author: ANNE GEDDES  Publisher: HACHETTE]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby`s-first-year-baby-record-book-323-81618.html BABY`S FIRST YEAR-BABY RECORD BOOK

Author: NONE  Publisher: HOLLAND PUBLISHING]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-first-year-a-baby-record-bk-323-81619.html This beautiful baby record book is the perfect way to record the milestones of baby's first year. With space to add in plenty of pictures, and a pocket at the back for keepsakes, it's easy for busy parents to capture special moments - from baby's first smile to first steps - that they will treasure forever. Charming illustrations by Kady MacDonald Denton make this a gift that's as beautiful as it is useful.

Author: NONE  Publisher: KINGFISHER]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby`s-scrapbook-323-81620.html Easy, appealing, and imaginative ways to tell stories and preserve memories from baby's first year

Author: JUDY PELIKAN  Publisher: LAUTER LEVIN ASSOCIATION]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/our-family-scrapbook-323-81621.html Our Christmas Scrapbook includes lovely designs for creating favorite holiday decorations — from trimming a family tree to Christmas stockings, ornaments, wreaths, and more. This book provides beautiful pages for words of welcome to new family members and for favorite stories passed on through generations.

Author: JUDY PELIKAN  Publisher: LAUTER LEVIN ASSOCIATION]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/happy-baby-palabras-words-323-81622.html Pictures are labeled in English and Spanish. -Companions to best selling series with over 2 million copies in print. -Sturdy, chunky format with padded cover. 'Suave y liso' con retratos simoles que estan marcadas claramente para aumentar el vocabulario de su nino. Verdad un primer libro para su bebe.

Author: NONE  Publisher: PRIDDY BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-record-book-323-81623.html BABY RECORD BOOK

Author: NONE  Publisher: PULTENEY PRESS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby`s-first-year-323-81624.html BABY`S FIRST YEAR

Author: NONE  Publisher: ROBERT FREDERICK]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/5000-plus-baby-names-323-81625.html This compilation of over 5,000 baby names - religious, secular, poetic, trendy- is a practical guide for parents of a practical guide for parents of a variety of racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds. Choosing the right name for your child is not an easy task. So get your copy of this book and see what parents of the new millennium are naming their babies.

Author: NONE  Publisher: SHREE BOOK CENTRE]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/50001+-best-baby-names-323-81626.html From the author of the #1 bestseller "40,001 Best Baby Names" comes the most complete baby-naming book on the market today. Featuring the roots and origins of more than 50,000 baby names--from modern trends to classic and traditional--this reference also contains the most popular names by decade, ethnic names from around the world, and up-to-date celebrity names. 50,001+ Best Baby Names is the essential resource you need to find the perfect name for your baby. This one-stop baby-naming shop is the most complete baby-naming book you can buy-including more than 230 lists of names you'll love (and those you'll love to hate ). 50,001+ Best Baby Names includes not only all of Hollywood's latest picks (think Apple) and modern trends in baby-naming, but also thousands of classic and traditional names that even Grandma will approve of. Creative lists, indispensable information and thousands of names will help you think of your baby's name in a new way. Includes: --Every name you can imagine and thousands more --Names teachers can't pronounce --Names that spawn difficult nicknames --Ugly names that are in, pretty names that are out --A place for mom and dad to list their favorites --Names celebrities give their babies --Names for Nobel Prize winners, artists, inventors and movie stars --And so much more

Author: DIANE STAFFORD  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/25001-best-baby-name-323-81627.html 25001 BEST BABY NAME

Author: LESLEY BOLTON  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/25001-best-baby-names-323-81628.html In a time when brand new names appear every day and classic names keep making comebacks, 25,001 Best Baby Names comes to the aid of frazzled parents-to-be with the easiest to use, most convenient and most up-to-date book available. The perfect reference to make naming girls and boys quick and painless, 25,001 Best Baby Names is thoroughly researched and updated to reflect recent trends in baby names. In a compact format and with incredible variety, 25,001 Best Baby Names includes names with origins from around the world. Including 30 fun lists to help you choose the perfect name - or just to make you laugh while browsing - 25,001 Best Baby Names makes naming your baby easier than ever

Author: LESLEY BOLTON  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/you-me-323-81629.html A heartwarming message that has your loved one's photo on its cover. The Picture Frame Books? innovative design allows the reader to insert a cherished photo into the cover. Internal pages are also die cut to allow standard size personal photos to be combined with the text. The book can be given as is, allowing the recipient to create their own keepsake.

Author: NONE  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/bundle-of-joy-323-81630.html A heartwarming message that has your loved one's photo on its cover. The Picture Frame Books? innovative design allows the reader to insert a cherished photo into the cover. Die cut to accommodate a standard size black and white or color photo, the book can also be given as is, allowing the recipient to create their own keepsake. Internal pages are also die cut to allow personal photos to be combined with the text.

Author: NONE  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/mom-of-the-year-323-81631.html A heartwarming message that has your loved one's photo on its cover. The Picture Frame Books? innovative design allows the reader to insert a cherished photo into the cover. Die cut to accommodate a standard size black and white or color photo, the book can also be given as is, allowing the recipient to create their own keepsake. Internal pages are also die cut to allow personal photos to be combined with the text.

Author: NONE  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-2000-best-games-activities-323-81632.html Want your kid to be the next Einstein, Olympic gold medalist or CEO? Maybe you're just looking for some great playtime ideas, with a little creativity and brain building thrown in? This fun, easy guide contains 2,000 games and activities that will help your babies, toddlers and children reach their full potential-through play. 2,000 Best Games and Activities will keep your kids laughing while learning seven essential life skills: - Communication - Curiosity - Decision making - Kindness - Playfulness - Self-control - Self-esteem Including activities that take five to ten minutes and use ordinary household items, this book is essential for parents or caregivers of children from babyhood to eight years old.

Author: SUSAN KETTMANN  Publisher: SOURCE BOOKS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-unique-a-record-book-323-81633.html BABY UNIQUE A RECORD BOOK

Author: DAVID ELLYARD  Publisher: TEMPLAR PUBLISHING]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-book-of-baby-names-323-81634.html MY BOOK OF BABY NAMES

Author: NONE  Publisher: TINY TOT PUBLICATIONS]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/baby-miracles-323-81909.html A collection of miraculous but true happenings involving babies includes the story of a baby girl who appeared to have been born without a brain and a baby boy who crawled onto railroad tracks and was rescued by his eight-year-old brother.

Author: BRAD STEIGER  Publisher: ADAMS MEDIA]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100