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Screamfree Parenting

Hal Edward Runkel
πŸ“š 228 pages
Strengthen parent-child bondCreate calmer homeStop yellingStay calmStay calmReduce yellingLess yelling
β—« 2005Verified 2026-10-01

Smart Play

Barbara Sher
πŸ‘Ά Preschool 3–5, Early elementary 5–7πŸ“š 192 pages
More quality timeBuild confidenceQuick practical guideDip in as neededOccupational therapist authorCuriosity
β—« 2004Verified 2026-10-01

SOS

Lynn Clark
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 2–3, Preschool 3–5πŸ“š 250 pages
Behavioral approachRewardsLoss of privilegeStep-by-step programBehavioral science basedPsychologist author
β—« 1985Verified 2026-10-01

Teach Your Child to Sleep

Millpond Sleep Clinic
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 3–6 monthsπŸ“š 160 pages
Infant sleepToddler sleepSleep routinesBehavioral approachBetter sleep
β—« 2005Verified 2026-10-01

Teaching Children Joy

Linda Eyre
πŸ‘Ά Long-term parenting approachπŸ“š 208 pages
Parent-experience authorFamily closenessFaithChristian perspective
β—« 1980Verified 2026-10-01

The Big Book of Home Learning

Mary Pride
πŸ“š 393 pages
Reference bookDip in as neededOngoing reference
β—« 1986Verified 2026-10-01

The Doula Book

Phyllis H. Klaus
πŸ‘Ά Pregnancy / preparing for baby, Newborn 0–3 monthsπŸ“š 250 pages
Build support networkCites studiesPediatrician authorRead before baby arrives
β—« 2002Verified 2026-10-01

The Elephant in the Playroom

Denise Brodey
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 235 pages
Depression concernsADHD parentingMedication conversationsAutism parentingSensory overloadOverwhelmReduce isolationStories + advice
β—« 2007Verified 2026-10-01

The Everything Homeschooling Book

Sherri Linsenbach
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 313 pages
Reference bookDip in as neededDirect and practicalUse as long-term reference
β—« 2003Verified 2026-10-01

The Men They Will Become

Eli H. Newberger
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 372 pages
Build secure attachmentTeach honestyTeach generosityTeach courageIdentity developmentPediatrician authorRaising boysHealthy masculinity
β—« 1999Verified 2026-10-01

The Parent's Handbook : Systematic Training for Effective Parenting

Don Dinkmeyer Sr
πŸ“š 138 pages
Build responsibilityImprove cooperationAttention-seeking behaviorPositive disciplineNatural consequencesLogical consequencesAvoid punishmentReflective listening
β—« 1997Verified 2026-10-01

The Path to Purpose

William Damon
πŸ‘Ά Older teen 16–18, Young adult 18+πŸ“š 256 pages
Prepare child for adulthoodCites studiesResearcher author
β—« 2008Verified 2026-10-01

The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children

Stormie Omartian
πŸ‘Ά Young adult 18+, Launching young adult
FaithChristian perspective
β—« 2009Verified 2026-10-01

This Isn't What I Expected

Karen R. Kleiman
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, First-time parentπŸ“š 307 pages
OverwhelmFeeling like failingBuild support networkCompassionateTherapist authorPsychiatrist authorRead with co-parentUse with therapist
β—« 1994Verified 2026-10-01

Toddler's Busy Book

Robin McClure
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 1–2, Toddler 2–3
More quality timeDip in as neededDirect and practicalCreativity
β—« 2007Verified 2026-10-01

Unselfie

Michele Borba
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 283 pages
Teach kindnessTeach empathyDigital citizenshipBystander skillsStep-by-step programCites studiesTeacher / educator author
β—« 2016Verified 2026-10-01

What the Bible Says About Parenting

John MacArthur
πŸ‘Ά Long-term parenting approachπŸ“š 243 pages
Improve communicationTraditional boundariesObedienceFaithChristian perspective
β—« 2000Verified 2026-10-01

What to Expect, the Toddler Years

Arlene Eisenberg
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 1–2, Toddler 2–3πŸ“š 904 pages
Toddler sleepPotty trainingReference bookDip in as needed
β—« 1994Verified 2026-10-01

Without Spanking or Spoiling

Elizabeth Crary
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 3–6 monthsπŸ“š 126 pages
Parent educator authorPractice exercisesAvoid spanking advocacyClassic parenting book
β—« 1979Verified 2026-10-01

Words That Work

Alicia Eaton
πŸ“š 244 pages
Improve communicationImprove cooperationImprove listeningQuick practical guideScripts to sayMore cooperation
β—« 2015Verified 2026-10-01

Your Child's Growing Mind

Jane Healy
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 353 pages
Learning to readDeep research-based bookDevelopmental psychology basedNeuroscience basedPsychologist author
β—« 1986Verified 2026-10-01

Your Child's Self-Esteem

Dorothy Corkille Briggs
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 3–6 monthsπŸ“š 341 pages
Build responsibilityBuild confidenceLow self-esteemStep-by-step programParent educator authorClassic parenting book
β—« 1970Verified 2026-10-01

Your Three-Year-Old

Louise Bates Ames
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 1–2, Toddler 2–3πŸ“š 168 pages
Picky eatingPotty trainingJealousyNew siblingMaking friendsDevelopmental psychology based
β—« 1976Verified 2026-10-01

Zero to Five

Tracy Cutchlow
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 6–12 monthsπŸ“š 224 pages
TantrumsInfant sleepShort chaptersDip in as neededCites studies
β—« 2014Verified 2026-10-01

1,2,3...The Toddler Years

Irene Van der Zande
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 1–2, Toddler 2–3πŸ“š 208 pages
Respectful parentingToddler communicationTeacher / educator author
β—« 2011Verified 2026-10-01

10 Days to a Less Defiant Child

Jeffrey Bernstein
πŸ“š 304 pages
Reduce power strugglesDefianceAttitudeBehavioral approachStay calmPower strugglesRefusalStep-by-step program
β—« 2006Verified 2026-10-01

A Parent's Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sally Ozonoff
πŸ“š 308 pages
Prepare child for adulthoodSpecial education navigationAutism parentingSocial communicationSchool supportsMaking friendsResearch-heavyMixed evidence + stories
β—« 2014Verified 2026-10-01

A Parents' Guide to Child Discipline

Rudolf Dreikurs
πŸ“š 107 pages
Improve cooperationAttention-seeking behaviorPositive disciplineNatural consequencesLogical consequencesAvoid punishmentFamily meetingsPower struggles
β—« 1970Verified 2026-10-01

AD/HD Homework Challenges Transformed!

Harriet Hope Green
πŸ“š 128 pages
Homework resistanceStudy habitsOrganizationTime managementADHD parentingExecutive dysfunctionHomework with ADHD
β—« 2012Verified 2026-10-01

Ages and Stages

Charles E. Schaefer
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Toddler 1–2πŸ“š 236 pages
Reference bookDirect and practicalDevelopmental psychology basedPractice exercises
β—« 2000Verified 2026-10-01

Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents

Reid Wilson
πŸ‘Ά Multiple ages at once
Build resilienceGeneral worrySchool anxietySpecific phobiasChange / uncertaintyWorried childTherapist authorPractice exercises
β—« 2013Verified 2026-10-01

Baby 411

Ari Brown
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 3–6 monthsπŸ“š 522 pages
Infant sleepIntroducing solidsReference bookDip in as neededPediatrician author
β—« 2008Verified 2026-10-01

Between Fathers & Daughters

Linda Nielsen
πŸ‘Ά Young adult 18+
Strengthen parent-child bondImprove communicationReconnect with distant childCites studiesResearcher authorRaising girls
β—« 2008Verified 2026-10-01

Bilingual by Choice

Virginie Raguenaud
πŸ‘Ά Long-term parenting approachπŸ“š 215 pages
Practice exercisesMulticultural familiesBilingual families
β—« 2009Verified 2026-10-01

Busy Toddler, Happy Mom

Gayle Jervis
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 1–2, Toddler 2–3πŸ“š 168 pages
More quality timeDip in as neededCreativity
β—« 2013Verified 2026-10-01

Common Sense Parenting

Raymond V. Burke
πŸ‘Ά Preventive / proactiveπŸ“š 137 pages
Strengthen parent-child bondTeach self-managementAvoid punishment
β—« 1992Verified 2026-10-01

Confessions of a Happily Organized Family

Deniece Schofield
πŸ“š 246 pages
Share family workloadImprove family organizationReduce chaosMental loadParent-experience author
β—« 1984Verified 2026-10-01

Creating Capable Kids

Bruce (Teacher) Howlett
πŸ“š 289 pages
Raise independent kidsImprove problem-solvingBuild confidenceTeacher / educator authorCreativity
β—« 2015Verified 2026-10-01

Creative Parenting

William Sears
πŸ‘Ά Newborn 0–3 months, Baby 3–6 monthsπŸ“š 512 pages
Build secure attachmentRoom sharingBreastfeeding supportAttachment parentingPediatrician authorAvoid cry-it-out focus
β—« 1982Verified 2026-10-01

Creative, Confident Children

Maxine Hancock
πŸ“š 235 pages
Build confidenceScreen-time limitsSex educationParent-experience authorFaithCreativityChristian perspective
β—« 1985Verified 2026-10-01

Dad's Guide to Pregnancy for Dummies

Matthew M. F. Miller
πŸ‘Ά Pregnancy / preparing for baby, Newborn 0–3 monthsπŸ“š 336 pages
Reference bookDip in as neededConversationalRead before baby arrivesFirst-time parent
β—« 2010Verified 2026-10-01

Differently Wired

Deborah Reber
πŸ‘Ά Long-term parenting approachπŸ“š 278 pages
Feeling differentAdvocating at schoolADHD parentingAutism parentingDyslexiaGifted child2e childReduce isolation
β—« 2018Verified 2026-10-01

Doing Life with Your Adult Children

Jim Burns
πŸ‘Ά Young adult 18+, Launching young adultπŸ“š 192 pages
Improve communicationReconnect with distant childSet clear boundariesFeeling like failingParent guiltDip in as neededParent educator authorChristian perspective
β—« 2019Verified 2026-10-01

Don't Push Your Preschooler

Louise Bates Ames
πŸ‘Ά Preschool 3–5, Starting kindergartenπŸ“š 214 pages
Kindergarten readinessDevelopmental psychology basedPsychologist author
β—« 1974Verified 2026-10-01

Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline

Becky A. Bailey
πŸ‘Ά Toddler 2–3, Multiple ages at onceπŸ“š 304 pages
Improve cooperationStay calmBreak generational patternsModel emotional regulationClinical experience based
β—« 2001Verified 2026-10-01

Emotional Child Abuse

Joel Covitz
πŸ“š 162 pages
Heal from own childhoodAvoid repeating parentsIntergenerational trauma awarenessClinical experience basedTherapist author
β—« 1986Verified 2026-10-01

Family Driven Faith

Jr Voddie T. Baucham
πŸ‘Ά Long-term parenting approachπŸ“š 230 pages
Traditional boundariesFaithChristian perspective
β—« 2007Verified 2026-10-01

Father to Son

Harry Harrison Jr
πŸ“š 314 pages
Strengthen parent-child bondBuild responsibilityQuick practical guideDip in as neededRaising boys
β—« 2000Verified 2026-10-01

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