Parenting is a lifelong learning experience, but it doesn't have to be. There are so many books out there that can help you raise your child in the most effective way possible. These particular books are tried and true favorites for helping parents learn how to best interact with their little ones.
The New Baby at Your House by Penelope Leach, Ph.D., is a guide to the first year of life for babies and their families.
It's written by Dr. Leach, who's also a well-known child psychologist and author of many books on parenting.
This book is based on her research into infant development, which she presents in an easy-to-read style that will help you through the first year of your baby's life even if you don't have any previous experience as a parent or caregiver before reading this book (but especially if you do).
The Toddler Years by Liat Kornowski and Rachel Waddilove
This book is a must-have for parents of children aged one to three. It explores why the toddler years are so challenging, how you can help your child develop in all areas of his or her life, and what you can do to make sure that you raise a child who grows up happy and healthy. The authors also talk about how to handle sleep problems during this period, as well as giving advice on how to encourage language development and social skills. This is one of the best parenting books for those who want some good general information about toddlers without going into too much detail about anything specifically (such as discipline techniques).
The Baby Whisperer: How to Calm, Connect, and Communicate with Your Baby is a parenting book by Tracy Hogg and Melinda Blau. It's one of the most widely read books on parenting by new parents, and many consider it to be the best book on how to discipline a toddler. The authors are well-respected experts in their field, having been featured in multiple TV shows about child calming techniques.
The basics of this book are that babies learn through repetition (or what some call "habituation"), so if you want your baby or toddler to stop doing something such as biting or hitting others (or themselves), then you have to make sure he does not get the response he wants from his actions. For example, if your child bites you when she doesn't like something you've done for her—like changing her diaper—then don't give into his demands when she bites because that reward reinforces her behavior; instead resist until he stops biting or at least reduces it significantly before rewarding him with kisses instead of snacks after every mealtime as per normal routine
How to help your toddler sleep better.
Dealing with common sleep problems, like separation anxiety and night terrors.
Dealing with sleep problems that are caused by developmental issues, such as teething or a new baby in the house.
Dealing with medical issues that make it difficult for your toddler to get the rest he needs at night (such as colds).
Parenting with Love and Logic is a great book for anyone who wants to be a parent. It helps you understand your child, develop their trust and respect, and teach them how to make good decisions.
This book is not about being a parent as much as it's about understanding your child. You need to know them before you can help them learn anything important. If you don't get this part right then any lessons learned from the book will likely be forgotten by the time they're in high school (and some might even forget those).
Who should read this book? Anyone with children under 7 years old! Parents of older kids might want to check out some other books on raising teenagers because there are some different things that happen then that require different strategies than those used with toddlers or preschoolers.
Playful Parenting is a book about parenting, but it’s also about play. And if you think of the world as a kind of vast game, then the point of this book is to help you become more aware of your role in it and more adept at playing it well.
The authors describe play as “an activity that has no immediate practical value or function, other than being fun or enjoyable.” It is something we do because we want to do it—because it brings us joy and pleasure and satisfaction, not because there’s some specific benefit or reward involved in doing so (other than those intrinsic benefits). But when we choose not just our own individual forms of playfulness but also carefully plan them into our lives with our loved ones and community around us...well now we get somewhere really interesting!
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child
This is the book to read if you’re struggling with sleep problems in your household. Written by pediatrician Dr. Marc Weissbluth, it offers a wealth of tips and advice that can help you improve your toddler’s sleep habits so everyone can rest easy (and get some shut-eye).
The author notes that most parents want their young children to be sleeping through the night by 12 months old, but only 20 percent actually do so as toddlers. He also explains how a child’s age plays an important role in how long they need their naps—which helps parents understand why their little ones may suddenly refuse nap time when they once loved it so much! The book also covers some common behavioral issues that arise from insufficient or poor quality sleep (such as “napping away from home”), as well as ways to address those problems if they occur.
These books are all about helping your toddler grow up well. They're filled with practical parenting advice that can help you understand how your child learns, communicate effectively and solve problems together.
These books will give you an understanding of the specific developmental stages that children go through during the first five years of life. Each one offers a kind, gentle approach to teaching children the things they need to know in order to grow into happy, healthy adults who feel loved and respected by their families.
If you’re looking to raise the best-behaved toddler ever, we recommend giving these books a read. They cover all the basics of parenting toddlers, from potty training and sleep problems to discipline techniques. You can find many other great books on parenting in our book section as well!