Jumping In Puddles Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I know it's hard to narrow it down to one... but try! <--- ok, I changed my mind! If you want to put a few books down, that's ok by me! I'm going to go with The Last Child In The Woods by Richard Louv. I read it a few years ago and I will never forget it! Basically, it tells of the importance of children growing up with a love of nature and how we should promote community instead of fear. I can't wait to see what the hive comes up with! :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosaicmind Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I would have to say, The Heart of Anger by Kevin Lehman It helped us out alot with our ODD son and another one that was having some anger issues. Definitely was eye-opening for me as a parent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Just one? Protecting the Gift by Gavin de Becker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 The Continuum Concept by Jean Liedoff really resonated with me and comforted me when I was besieged to 'let her cry it out' (we had babyneversleeps) or 'are you STILL nursing?' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Just one? Protecting the Gift by Gavin de Becker. I LOVE this book! It has seriously changed the way I go about my daily life, and what I teach my children. For a long time after 9/11, and then Elizabeth Smart, who lives in my city, I lived in a lot of fear. After reading this book, I learned how to deal with situations, to trust my gut, and to be more confident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanga Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Mrs. Pigglewiggle! Every thing I learned about parenting I learned from Mrs. Pigglewiggle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 "Mothering Your Nursing Toddler"--for making me forever let go of the anxiety to figure out 'how long' I was going to nurse. "The Baby Book" and "The Continuum Concept" for giving me the space to follow my heart and instincts without worrying about spoiling a baby. (The old edition of "Right from the Start" was great for this as well.) "Becoming the Parent You Want to Be" and "How to Really Love Your Child" for discipline/relationship stuff for children 4 and up. "The Underground History of American Education" for making me a homeschooler by utter and complete conviction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Keeping our Children's Hearts by Steve and Teri Maxwell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Hold On to Your Kids РGordon Neufeld, Gabor Mat̩ and Protecting the Gift РGavin deBecker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlotteb Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 The Bible :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Parent Effectiveness Training by Thomas Gordon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyinLA Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I'd have to say, "The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding," and, "The Family Bed," for starters, and I'd have to put in a good word for, "How to Raise a Healthy Child, in Spite of Your Doctor," too (which I have many times). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maria from IN Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I can't really think of an entire book at the moment, but I can think of several people that should read the cover of Stop Dressing Your Six Year Old Like a Skank....;) ...not that they'd get the message, probably.:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 The Bible :) That's what I was thinking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apiphobic Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I second Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shenan Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 The Bible :) :iagree: TOTALLY!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaTanya Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I would have to say, The Heart of Anger by Kevin Lehman It helped us out alot with our ODD son and another one that was having some anger issues. Definitely was eye-opening for me as a parent. Or is it another Kevin Lehman book? tia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest heymom Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Parenting with Love and Logic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Well, if we're talking about "everyone" including the K-mart moms shouting, "Ahmunna beat yo beat!" and various other threats involving smacking, whacking, etc, along with a slew of less violent threats that clearly aren't going to be carried out no matter what the child does... (And the child clearly knows this.) Or the calmer parents pleading with their young children to obey while sitting there looking defeated and hopeless... (And the child clearly knows that's going to continue no matter what the parent *says*.) Well, I'm thinking my vote would be for plain old SuperNanny. Her advice is gentle, consistent, no-nonsense, respectful of children *and* parents... My mother keeps threatening to buy a supply of her books and have silicon bracelets printed with "WWSND?" to hand out to people in public. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicksMama-Zack's Mama Too Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Hold On to Your Kids – Gordon Neufeld, Gabor Matéand Protecting the Gift – Gavin deBecker These are the books I recommend to ALL (even the non-hsing ones) my friends. K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Mrs. Pigglewiggle! Every thing I learned about parenting I learned from Mrs. Pigglewiggle. YES! I've read that series to each of my triplets' classes last year (in ps) and the all kids devoured it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Parenting with Love and Logic That's also a great book! I've taken the course several times and have seen Jim and Charles Fay speak. They're a plethora of valuable information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Baby Wise by Gary Ezzo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CookieMonster Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Each parent has their own strengths, weaknesses, and personal familial background. What may be a groundbreaking book for one parent may not resonate at all with another parent. The Bible, for those who know and love the Lord, would be the only universally applicable book I can think of. And a good one. The best model for parenting is the Father Himself. But, a book that was of tremendous help to me with being the parent of an infant was Secrets of the Baby Whisperer by Tracy Hogg. It met my need at the time, held my hand, and led me to be a better parent. But, I know plenty of parents who wouldn't get much out of it, because they weren't totally dunces like I was when it came to newborns. I've also seen people twist and distort ideas from the book, but I guess that happens with any popular parenting book. Also, a book of general help to me over the long-haul of the parenting journey has been, and I'm sure will continue to be, A Parent's Guide to Preventing Homosexuality. It was interesting, had personal relevance for me, and I have changed some of my parenting ideas as a result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I vote for the bible as well. Followed closely by "Strong willed child or Dreamer". I literally cried while reading that book. It made me understand myself and allowed me to see the dreamer part of ds, and how to phrase my teaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catherine Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I recommend it to everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I always recommend Hold on To Your Kids as well. In fact, that's what I gave to a good friend when she had her first baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trivium Academy Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 The Bible, no matter if they are believers or not. But I know you're talking about parenting books, there are too many that highlight different aspects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosaicmind Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Or is it another Kevin Lehman book? tia :banghead: UHHH!! YEAH, total dufus here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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