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Esther Wojcicki
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This volume explores how early parental interactions profoundly shape a child's psychological development and trajectory towards mental well-being. It synthesizes psychoanalytic and developmental perspectives to illuminate critical periods and parental influences that can prevent later disorders. The book offers insights into fostering secure attachments and resilient emotional regulation from infancy onward.
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2015
What happens when children are more mature than their parents? Growing up with an emotionally unavailable, immature, or selfish parent is painful, but rarely discussed. In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay C. Gibson exposes an often overlooked, yet extremely common syndrome that shapes the lives of so many people. Gibson also provides powerful skills to help the adult children of self-centered parents gain the insight they need to move on from feelings of loneliness and abandonment, and find healthy ways to meet their own emotional needs.
Lawrence M. Siegel
2007
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Melissa Pennel
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Nan Arkwright, Ian Gonzales
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Amanda Davis
2023
This journal provides a structured space for expectant mothers managing diabetes to meticulously track their glucose levels, diet, exercise, and medication. It encourages proactive engagement with their health by prompting reflections on daily habits and their impact on blood sugar. The inclusion of space for notes and questions empowers mothers to communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, fostering a more informed and collaborative approach to pregnancy management.
Sheryl Sandberg, Adam Grant
2017
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Laurie Frankel
2017
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I. Aurora Wilder
2024
This collection invites parents and educators to foster a child's natural curiosity through engaging, open-ended activities. It offers practical ideas for cultivating wonder, encouraging exploration, and celebrating the unique creative spark within each preschooler. The book provides a framework for nurturing imaginative play and developing a lifelong love of learning through shared experiences.
Modern Book Press, Cindi Wahl, Andre Wahl
2024
Collect 10+ Stories in 1 Moral Stories Collection! EMPOWERING, ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS & FUN!Discover exciting adventures your kids will love with Luna the Wise Owl and Irene the Bunny as they teach memorable valuable moral lessons that will warm your heart.Join Luna the Wise Owl and her adventurous friend Irene the Bunny on a captivating journey through the enchanted forest. In this delightful tale, Luna shares her wisdom with Irene, teaching her that mistakes are not something to be feared, but rather, a natural part of life. Together, they embark on a quest filled with challenges and discoveries, where they learn the power of resilience, positive thinking, and the importance of seeking guidance from friends. Through their forest adventure, Luna and Irene show young readers the value of embracing mistakes as stepping stones to personal growth and self-discovery. This enchanting story encourages children to approach life's challenges with courage, curiosity, and a belief in their own abilities. Let Luna and Irene guide you on an inspiring journey of learning and renewal.Start a tradition of reading with these fun and lively children's picture books through familiar holiday themed books or role-play problem solving adventures and get inspired on ways of how to navigate communicating important moral concepts to your children at home or in the classroom! Discover the magic of Luna's Wings of Wisdom in this classic story for kids that blends STEAM concepts with adorable rhymes and vibrant colorful majestic-lighting illustrations!¿ Learn the power of resilience, positive thinking, and the importance of seeking guidance from friends, courage, curiosity, and to believe in yourself.Also in the Moral Stories Collection: ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Finding Joy in the Little Things ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Embracing Differences ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: The Leprechaun's Lesson ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: The Easter Bunny's Lesson¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Overcoming Halloween Fears ¿
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