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“Raising Kids with Heart: My Go-To Parenting Books”
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“My go-to parenting books that helped me stay calm, connected, and confident — from baby days to the teen years.”
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👶 For Babies & New Parents
 
🍼For Toddlers & Preschoolers
 
🏫 For School-Age Kids
 
👩‍🎓 For Tweens & Teens

👶 For Babies & New Parents

Becoming a new parent is such a beautiful (and overwhelming!) journey. These are some of the things that really helped me in those early days—making life with a baby a little easier, more comfortable, and full of sweet moments. They’ve truly been par...

 
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Saved me during newborn nights — the ‘5 S’s’ really work for soothing!”
The Happiest Baby on the Block, 2nd Ed.
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Give me a fresh, stress-free perspective on raising babies-very French, very calm.
Bringing Up Bébé by Pamela Druckerman
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My go-to guide for every milestone, from sleep to solids.
What to Expect the First Year (Paperback) by Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel
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🍼For Toddlers & Preschoolers

Parenting a toddler isn’t always easy, but these books have been such a lifesaver for me. They’ve given me fresh ideas, gentle guidance, and the reassurance I needed on tough days. I love how practical and relatable they are—perfect for navigating th...

 
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Taught me how to turn tantrums into teaching moments- game changer.
The Whole-Brain Child : 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind (Paperback)
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Helped me handle big toddler feelings without losing my cool.
No-Drama Discipline - by Daniel J Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson (Hardcover)
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Less clutter. less stress - our toddler thrives in a calmer environment.
Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Hap
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🏫 For School-Age Kids

As my little one grows, I’ve found these picks so helpful for keeping school days smoother and more fun. From learning tools to everyday essentials, these are the things that make homework, play, and routines a lot easier for both of us

 
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Improved our after-school conversations — fewer fights, more connection.
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber
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Replaced punishments with problem-solving — my kids actually cooperate now.
Positive Discipline
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Helped me connect with each child in the way they feel loved.
5 Love Languages of Children : The Secret to Loving Children Effectively by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell (2025, Trade Paperback) for sale online | eBay
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👩‍🎓 For Tweens & Teens

Parenting doesn’t stop getting interesting as kids grow—it just changes. These are some of the things that have really helped me connect with and support my tween/teen, from fun must-haves to tools that make this stage a little smoother (for both of ...

 
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Finally, a book that helped me guide my teen without constant arguments.
Parenting Teens With Love And Logic
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Made sense of my daughter’s teenage moods and changes — incredibly reassuring.
Untangled : Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood by Lisa Damour (2016, Hardcover) for sale online | eBay
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Helped me strengthen our bond even as my teen’s friends became more important.
Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers
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