Baby Development

From countless diaper changes to those unforgettable late-night cuddles, parenthood is challenging yet incredibly rewarding. But in the back of your mind, you can't help but feel a mix of excitement and anticipation. After all, caring for a tiny human is a big adventure.

First-time moms have plenty to be grateful for - and plenty to worry about. Centered on what’s most important to expecting moms, 50 Things to Do Before You Deliver narrows the vast field of pregnancy advice to 50 specific, proactive steps for confidence and peace of mind before baby arrives. Unlike other pregnancy books for first-time moms, this book includes only what is necessary and helpful and leaves out the rest.

We need a parenting revolution! Most parenting approaches end up encouraging children to ask the wrong questions about life: What’s in it for me? Are you going to pay me for that? What’s the minimum I need to do to get by? But God’s Word gives us a better way to parent, one that builds...

A parent’s guide to cultivating an unhurried lifestyle and education that help their children thrive In a culture that prizes productivity, efficiency, and success, it’s easy to feel as though we’re constantly falling short and to lose sight of joy. The homeschool community is not exempt...

This is an essential book for new parents like you. A Simple Guide to Feeding Babies and Toddlers includes everything you need to know on how to feed your baby from birth to five years of age. Yuchi Yang, the author, is a registered dietitian and a mother of two children. In this book, you can find practical, relevant, and evidence-based nutrition information in an organized format.

A practical guide to understanding teens from bestselling author and global youth advocate Josh Shipp. In 2015, Harvard researchers found that every child who does well in the face of adversity has had at least one stable and committed relationship with a supportive adult. But Josh Shipp...

A paradigm-shifting model of parenting children in two homes from an internationally recognized expert. A researcher, therapist, and mediator, Robert Emery, Ph.D., details a new approach to sharing custody with children in two homes. Huge numbers of children are affected by separation...

The essential guide to parenting multiracial and multiethnic children of all ages and learning to support and celebrate their multiracial identities In a world where people are more likely to proclaim color-blindness than talk openly about race, how can we truly value, support, and celebrate our...

Today's parents are confused, not by a lack of information but too much information—too many theories by too many experts, which leaves them insecure and unsure of their abilities. Parents have become dependent on authority to know how to respond to their own baby or toddler to a frightening degree. Listen to Your Baby is the antidote to this confusion. This revolutionary book teaches a self-inquiry that creates emotional freedom to be able to see the baby or toddler from an authentic and loving heart.

It all starts at home. Newly revised and updated, The Most Important Place on Earth is Robert Wolgemuth’s inspiring and practical book for those looking for a strong foundation for their home. So what’s so great about a Christian home? There you will find redemption, forgiveness, hope...

"A powerful book about how we can raise girls to become bold, ambitious women." --Adam Grant What do girls really need to succeed? Children today face an uncertain future, and parents and teachers can’t fully predict what’s in store for their daughter and sons. But one thing is clear: Our...

Dr. Michel Cohen, named by the New York Post as the hip, "must-have" pediatrician, has an important message for parents: Don't worry so much. In an easy-reference alphabetical format, The New Basics clearly lays out the concerns you may face as a parent and explains how to solve them - without fuss, without stress, and without harming your child by using unnecessary medicines or interventions.

Are you finding it hard to tell whether you’re excited or just scared pants-less? Of course you’re excited, but still, what the heck are you supposed to do now? Relax, and take a deep breath - all dads have been in your same shoes once before. Finding out that you’re going to be a dad is one of the most rewarding moments in life, but yes, it certainly comes with a lot of questions and concerns.

At some point in our lives we all have to face the fact that we are not immortal, that the Grim Reaper is waiting in the wings. He always gets us in the end, but we usually have a little time to prepare, a little time to adjust to the inevitable. The author argues that Baby Boomers reach a point in their lives when, all things considered, death may be the best outcome---death could provide the maximum benefit. How can this be?

The President of the Families and Work Institute writes a book of groundbreaking advice based on the latest research on child development Ellen Galinsky has spent her entire career studying early childhood development, first at Vassar College, then for twenty-five years at the Bank Street...

Daddies Don't Let Your Ladies Grow Up to Be Babies is a heartfelt and empowering guide for fathers committed to learning how to be a great dad and raising strong, confident daughters. This book explores the special connection between dads and daughters, providing practical advice and relatable stories to help fathers nurture resilience, self-worth, and wise decision-making in their girls. The 100 Ways (to keep your daughter safe) are each accompanied for this audio version by descriptions of the thought-provoking images in the "e" and print versions.

The highly anticipated, essential roadmap to caring for, understanding, comforting, and bonding with infants and toddlers—from the beloved parenting consultant and #1 podcaster. Most parenting books focus on what to do with and for your baby. Baby Person invites you to reconsider how you see...

Read by the author. The real talk you want about pregnancy, birth, body image, and the newborn days from Meghan Trainor, the chart-topping singer-songwriter behind "All About That Bass" and "Dear Future Husband," and, more importantly, Riley's mom. Meghan Trainor has wanted to be a mom since...

The first three months of a newborn baby’s life offer new parents a unique opportunity to lay a solid and loving foundation that will last a lifetime. It is also when parents - whether first-time or not - need unfailing support to help them deal with the countless decisions they face every day.

“Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, Ed.D., brings her expertise in raising spirited children to help you understand and soothe your spirited baby. Her research-based, parent-tested strategies will help your baby sleep better and develop a calmer, more resilient brain and nervous system. I'll be...