First Baby

In his travels, lectures, and seminars, the book John Gray has been most often asked to write is a parenting book. After years of serious thought, workshops, and practical applications, John Gray has created a brilliantly original and effective system that he calls positive parenting, for...

Following the success of Go the F**k to Sleep, Confessions of a Scary Mommy, and Ketchup Is a Vegetable, a collection of funny, warm, and charmingly profane tales from the frontlines of parenthood by the author of the popular Baby Sideburns blog. Once upon a time you and your partner had a...

“A splendiferous Halloween story.” —The Horn Book “A great purchase for Halloween or any time of year.” —School Library Journal (starred review) Once upon a time, there was a little old lady who was not afraid of anything! But one autumn night, while walking in the woods, the little...

My Bedtime Story Bible focuses not only on biblical characters and stories, but also on the quiet times of those characters before sleep. Children will enjoy listening to My Bedtime Story just before bed, hearing stories about Bible characters and the truths they can learn from them—all in a...

Innocent Allie's been saving herself for the right guy. The problem is, the right guy just happens to be her sexy, older stepbrother, Kit. Kit is funny, sweet, hot, has a panty-melting English accent - and he's completely off-limits. When everyone else abandons Allie on moving day, Kit is there to pick up the boxes - and the pieces of her heart. Deep down, she knows she wants her first time to be with her stepbrother, and when things finally go too far, neither of them can stop their overwhelming, unprotected need to be together.

"My six-year-old fusses with her hair for hours. Is this normal?" "Yesterday my seventh grader was all sunshine. Today she's wearing black and won't leave her room." "I'm worried my teenager may have an eating disorder." In today's complex world, parenting a girl is harder than ever. It takes...

Das erste Lebensjahr deines Babys ist eine unvergessliche Reise voller einzigartiger Momente, Herausforderungen und Wunder. In dieser magischen Zeit entwickelt sich dein Kind rasant – vom ersten Lächeln über die ersten Worte bis hin zu den ersten Schritten. Aber wie kannst du dein Baby in diesen entscheidenden Monaten optimal unterstützen?

The first official The Office holiday storybook–a new classic for fans of all ages! Now a New York Times bestseller! Spend “The Night Before Christmas” at Dunder Mifflin in this hilarious and timeless illustrated retelling of the beloved poem, featuring a visit from Michael Scott as Santa...

They say first comes love, then comes marriage. But what if first comes baby? That's the question going through Ella's mind, a goal-driven yet semi-impulsive heroine who doesn't let dating woes interfere with her plan to have a baby by 35. Her plunge into motherhood via sperm donor leads her to navigating the unfamiliar waters of baby care, until she meets Scott, a reserved winery owner who of course thinks she's a nanny...and never plans to have children. But could that change?

Even if you don’t want to hire a caregiver, you can definitely apply these tips by yourself while getting emotional support from loved ones. Even if you’re a single parent, you will be able to handle a newborn and strengthen your bond with them. No obstacle can beat love and commitment—these will only fuel you to do whatever it takes to raise a healthy, happy baby.

“Like the druidic life force Jack taps, this hearty adventure, as personal as it is epic, will cradle readers in the ‘hollow of its hand’ (Booklist, starred review). Jack has caused an earthquake. He was trying to save his sister Lucy from being thrown down a well, but sometimes the magic...

Amelia Bedelia goes to school and mixes up just about everything in this funny book about the childhood of the iconic character. In the first book in the nationally bestselling series about the childhood of America's favorite literal-minded housekeeper, Amelia Bedelia is sure that she will...

It seems like every time a new mother turns on her computer, radio, or television she is greeted with news of yet another scientific study about infancy. Ignoring good information isn't the right course, but just how does one tell the difference between solid studies, preliminary results, and snake oil? In this friendly guide through the science of infancy, Science of Mom blogger and PhD scientist Alice Callahan explains how nonscientist mothers can learn the difference between hype and evidence.

The second book in our Mommy MD Guides book series, The Mommy MD Guide to Your Baby's First Year, is filled with tips that doctors who are also mothers use for their own families during their babies' first years. To create it, we spoke with more than 60 doctors who are also mothers; we call them Mommy MD Guides.

The Dr. Seuss classic that first introduced Horton the Elephant! Don’t miss the Netflix original series Dr. Seuss’s Horton! Beloved by generations for his kindness and loyalty, Horton the Elephant is one of the most iconic and honorable characters in children's literature—as well as the...

With this baby care handbook for new parents, you can make your transition to parenthood easier with tools, tips, and practical advice for a baby’s first 12 months. Don’t feel like you have to be a perfect parent. Making mistakes is part of the journey and you shouldn’t punish yourself for not immediately “getting” parenting. The first year is just the beginning. Make it a great start for yourself and your baby. Discover how to ace your first year into parenthood and give your baby the best start.

Overcome nerves and ease into fatherhood with this insightful guide to being the best dad for your newborn. You hear your newborn take its first breath. You and your partner have been preparing for this day. It takes a while for it to finally sink in—there’s no turning back it’s official—you’re a dad! And as you hold your baby in your arms, you start feeling it – the panic, doubt, anxiety. But before you go down the spiral of doubt and anxiety, it’s about time that you know that you’re not alone.

Ever wonder what life was like inside an advertising agency? In this motivational and informative book, you will have a front-row seat to the inner workings of an advertising agency. No other book chronicles the day-to-day work of an advertising account executive during their first year on the job. This book is equal parts of education, inspiration, entertainment, and exposé. When you add them all together, it's 100 percent truth. The struggle and triumph is chronicled in this kiss-and-tell book about agency life and following your dream.

“Elena has left behind a story of resilience, hope and most of all, love. We can’t help but take her into our hearts, and carry the best of her into our own lives.” —Jeffrey Zaslow, coauthor of The Last Lecture Notes Left Behind by Brooke and Keith Desserich began as a journal they...

Are you exhausted from hearing your baby crying for what seems like forever? Were you taken off guard by your baby’s illness or teething, not knowing how to help them and make them feel better? You need Nonna’s parenting strategies. This is not another theoretical lecture. It is a practical guide for parents to help them work out what is going on with their baby and ease their anxieties. Your baby’s first year doesn’t have to be difficult. With this guide, you’ll be able to tackle the concerns you have as a new parent, and enjoy more of those happy moments with your baby.