Collection: Parenting

Princess Marie-Chantal's must-have parenting resource for the modern age, now fully revised and updated

"Marie-Chantal, Crown Princess of Greece, knows a thing or two about manners. (Queen Elizabeth II was a guest at her wedding.) But when it came to writing Manners Begin at Breakfast: Modern Etiquette for Families, she leaned on her experiences as a New Yorker, sister, daughter, mother of five, and founder of an incredibly charming children's line, as much as her decades of navigating royal politesse." -Goop

The founder of a successful children's clothing line, author of an influential parenting blog, and mother of five children, Marie-Chantal of Greece is constantly asked how she manages to do it all. So many of these queries--about proper etiquette for children in our fast-paced, technology-centered world--led her to recognize the need for a modern handbook on children's manners. First published in 2020, Manners Begin at Breakfast addresses rules of etiquette, including table manners, social media, fashion dos and don'ts, and party conversation. Covering children from infants to teens, it is an essential guide for all parents keen to raise polite, well-rounded children, equipped to thrive in society and develop into confident, successful adults. This updated edition captivates and enlightens, adding new insights on parenting in a post-pandemic world. By popular demand, each chapter is now peppered with delightful anecdotes and personal stories from Marie-Chantal's experience putting her own advice into practice. Adorned with charming, specially commissioned illustrations and a fresh, updated introduction by leading pediatrician Dr. Perri Klass, Manners Begin at Breakfast is the quintessential guide to propriety for the modern family.

Inspired by her transgender son, activist Jodie Patterson explores identity, gender, race, and authenticity to tell the real-life story of a family's history and transformation.

"A courageous and poetic testimony on family and the self, and the learning and unlearning we must do for those we love."--Janet Mock

In 2009, Jodie Patterson, mother of five and beauty entrepreneur, has her world turned upside down when her determined toddler, Penelope, reveals, "Mama, I'm not a girl. I am a boy." The Pattersons are a tribe of unapologetic Black matriarchs, scholars, financiers, Southern activists, artists, musicians, and disruptors, but with Penelope's revelation, Jodie realizes her existing definition of family isn't wide enough for her child's needs.

In The Bold World, we witness Patterson reshaping her own attitudes, beliefs, and biases, learning from her children, and a whole new community, how to meet the needs of her transgender son. In doing so, she opens the minds of those who raised and fortified her, all the while challenging cultural norms and gender expectations. Patterson finds that the fight for racial equality in which her ancestors were so prominent helped pave the way for the current gender revolution.

From Georgia to South Carolina, Ghana to Brooklyn, Patterson learns to remove the division between me and you, us and them, straight and queer--and she reminds us to celebrate her uncle Gil Scott Heron's prophecy that the revolution will not be televised. It will happen deeply, unequivocally, inside each and every one of us. Transition, we learn, doesn't just belong to the transgender person. Transition, for the sake of knowing more and becoming more, is the responsibility of and gift to all.

The Bold World is the result, an intimate and exquisite story of authenticity, courage, and love.

Praise for The Bold World

"In The Bold World, Jodie Patterson makes a case for respecting everyone's gender identity by way of showing how she came to accept her son, Penelope. In tying that struggle to the struggle for race rights in this country during her own childhood, she paints a vivid picture of the permanent work of social justice."--Andrew Solomon, bestselling author of The Noonday Demon and Far from the Tree

Winner of the Internationl Association for Jungian Studies (IAJS) Book Award for Best Clinical Book 2021

The Absent Father Effect on Daughters investigates the impact of absent - physically or emotionally - and inadequate fathers on the lives and psyches of their daughters through the perspective of Jungian analytical psychology. This book tells the stories of daughters who describe the insecurity of self, the splintering and disintegration of the personality, and the silencing of voice.

Issues of fathers and daughters reach to the intra-psychic depths and archetypal roots, to issues of self and culture, both personal and collective. Susan E. Schwartz illustrates the maladies and disappointments of daughters who lack a father figure and incorporates clinical examples describing how daughters can break out of idealizations, betrayals, abandonments and losses to move towards repair and renewal. The book takes an interdisciplinary approach, expanding and elucidating Jungian concepts through dreams, personal stories, fairy tales and the poetry of Sylvia Plath, along with psychoanalytic theory, including Andre Green's 'dead father effect' and Julia Kristeva's theories on women and the body as abject.

Examining daughters both personally and collectively affected by the lack of a father, The Absent Father Effect on Daughters is highly relevant for those wanting to understand the complex dynamics of daughters and fathers to become their authentic selves. It will be essential reading for anyone seeking understanding, analytical and depth psychologists, other therapy professionals, academics and students with Jungian and post-Jungian interests.

With acidic humor, true stories and brutal honesty, Anna Härmälä explores the ups and downs of single motherhood in this colorful, irreverent graphic novel.

After her partner suddenly leaves her, Li finds herself alone, with the baby. She's a single mother, and it seems like nobody will ever see her as anything else, and her eyebags are now permanent features of her face. As her daughter gets older, she finds herself passing through the different stages of single motherhood: wondering if she'll ever meet anyone on a dating app who isn't also a sad, single parent just wanting to be friends; wondering if she can start socializing again without people asking her why she's not home with the baby; wondering if she can sit and watch TV without falling straight to sleep. Can Li get over the hurdles of being a single mother without losing herself in the process?

Fans of Fleabag and irreverent comedy will love this debut non-fiction graphic novel from Finnish creator, Anna Härmälä which gives us a glimpse into what it feels like to piece yourself back together and re-discover your identity when you're running on less than an hour's sleep a night and someone depends on you for survival.

Many people struggle at times with a challenging relationship and ask themselves how things got so screwed up. They wonder what they're doing wrong and why they keep making bad choices in who they date or partner with. Trying to fix these problems using outdated communication tools rarely works, so many give up, feeling lost, defeated and resentful.

This book helps you see how your unresolved inner child wounding keeps showing up, attracting and meshing with another's codependent parts in a wounded dance-like a moth to a flame. Once you read this book, you will begin to see your own wounded dance. Know that there is a path to healing and you don't have to live this way. You can heal these patterns.

The book is written for people who are dating, currently in a relationship or those wanting to avoid making the same mistakes in their next relationship.

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Psychotherapist, Reiki Master and bestselling author Robert Jackman takes you on a journey of self-discovery and intentional communication using the STARR Reset. This powerful process is designed to heal and restore healthy emotional bonding and help you repair dysfunctional cycles to create an openhearted connection. Learn to use your hard-won wisdom to embrace and restore a deeply loving relationship.

You will also discover:

• how your inner child shows up in your adult relationship
• why hurt people find other hurt people
• why you ignored the red flags early on
• how to speak your truth with intention, the message of your heart
• why couples keep recreating archetypal patterns
• how to be brave as you reach for the relationship you desire

This book is a natural progression for readers of Healing Your Lost Inner Child and its Companion Workbook, and can be read individually or with your partner.

Relationships are not about perfection, they are about connection, growth and possibility.

From the bestselling author of Home Comforts comes the story of our wedding vows--what they mean and why they still matter.

In the West, marrying is so thoroughly identified with ceremonial promises that "taking vows" is a synonym for getting married. So, it's a surprise to realize that this custom is actually a historical and anthropological oddity. Most of the world, for most of history, married without making promises. And there's a reason for that. Marriage by vow presupposes free choice, and free choice makes a love-match possible. It is a very modern arrangement.

Vows is both a moving memoir of two marriages and a thoughtful meditation on marriage itself. Cheryl Mendelson tackles the sociology of commitment through our most traditional promises and shows why they endure. In considering the kind of marriage these vows entail, she helps answer some of life's most urgent and personal of questions: Could I, would I, or should I make these promises to someone? Using history and literature, the book describes the parameters of the behavior that traditional vows promise and, in doing so, answers a whole series of other questions: Why did wedding-by-vow arise only in the West? Why are they recited in weddings around the world today? Why have these vows lasted for nearly a thousand years? Why does the kind of marriage promised in the vows survive?

Run, Walk, Crawl- A Caregiver Caught Between Generations is a raw account of burnout and burned bridges.

Award winning, this highly relevant memoir has been named:

• Winner (Caregiving) Independent Press Award 2023
• Winner (Women's Issues) NYC Big Book Award 2022
• Winner (Caregiving) National Indie Excellence(R) Award (NIEA) 2021
• Winner (Christian) Next Generation Indie Book Award (NGIBA) 2021
• Silver (Cover Design, Non-fiction) Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY) 2021
• Finalist (Cover Design, Non-fiction) National Indie Excellence(R) Award (NIEA) 2021
• Finalist (Inspirational and Women's Issues) American Book Fest's Best Book Award 2020
• Bronze (AUDIO Book Narration- Non-fiction) Reader's Favorite Award 2021
• Honorable Mention (Inspirational) 30th Annual Writer's Digest Self-Published Book Awards

All working women juggle multiple priorities, but some carry a heavier load and lead a caregiver's double life.

Initially in stride and ultimately brought to her knees, Sarahbeth Persiani provides a deeply personal glimpse into modern day issues such as elder hoarding, opioid addiction, dementia, chronic fatigue, sibling tension, navigating a complex healthcare system and today's multi-generational workforce.

By no means prescriptive, but with honesty, humility, and a smattering of 1970's throwback references, this story offers relatable insights into one woman's transformation with lessons for us all.

Introduce children to 10 common animals--and their babies--that live in the forest with this wildlife-themed board book.

Board books put images and words in the hands of young children who are eager to learn. Feed their curiosity and jump-start their education with the Mamas and Babies series of board books. Let Forest Mamas & Babies capture the interest of your family's youngest nature lovers, ages 0-5. The board book introduces 10 baby critters (and their moms!) commonly found in forests across North America. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela, the children's book utilizes full-color photography and short, simple text to present a few facts about each animal.

Read it aloud or put the sturdy book in small hands. Then let the fun begin. The colorful, beautiful design--along with adorable pictures of baby animals--captivate kids and will have them paging through Forest Mamas & Babies again and again.

Bears, moose, opossum, and porcupines, the animals represent some of the most beloved forest wildlife, making it a perfect gift for families. Share the fascinating world of nature with infants, toddlers, and young children. These budding outdoors lovers are sure to treasure the Mamas and Babies series!

Inside You'll Find

• Full-color photos of real animals


• Concise yet informative text to interest young readers


• Fun facts about 10 types of forest wildlife

Introduce children to 10 common animals--and their babies--that live in the mountains with this wildlife-themed board book.

Board books put images and words in the hands of young children who are eager to learn. Feed their curiosity and jump-start their education with the Mamas and Babies series of board books. Let Mountain Mamas & Babies capture the interest of your family's youngest nature lovers, ages 0-5. The board book introduces 10 baby critters (and their moms!) commonly found in the Rocky Mountain region. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela, the children's book utilizes full-color photography and short, simple text to present a few facts about each animal.

Read it aloud or put the sturdy book in small hands. Then let the fun begin. The colorful, beautiful design--along with adorable pictures of baby animals--captivate kids and will have them paging through Mountain Mamas & Babies again and again.

Bighorn sheep, cougars, marmots, and pika, the animals represent some of the most beloved mountain wildlife, making it a perfect gift for families. Share the fascinating world of nature with infants, toddlers, and young children. These budding outdoors lovers are sure to treasure the Mamas and Babies series!

Inside You'll Find

• Full-color photos of real animals


• Concise yet informative text to interest young readers


• Fun facts about 10 types of mountain wildlife

Kids in the Kitchen is the ultimate cooking companion for your budding little chefs!

Say hello to a world of hands-on fun that will ignite a passion for cooking and creativity in your kids. No more kitchen boredom- it's time to let their culinary imaginations run wild! Let their kitchen dreams take flight with our carefully curated healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, anddrinks that not only tantalize taste buds but also foster independence and confidence. You'll also find fun facts about different food favorites such as bagels, lemonades, chocolate, and empanadas, among much more, as well as nutritional facts, kitchen term definitions, and advice for picky eaters.

Get ready to cultivate a new generation of confident cooks and enthusiastic eaters with our delicious and kid-friendly recipes.

Here are some yummy examples:

• Chocolate Chip Protein Pancake Muffins: Whip up a batch of these delightful and nutritious treats that will have your little chefs beaming with pride as they conquer the art of baking.
• Rainbow Fried Rice: Watch as your kitchen transforms into a palette of vibrant colors and flavors with this whimsical take on the classic fried rice. It's not just a meal; it's a masterpiece in the making!
• Pepperoni Pizza Empanadas: Ignite the spirit of culinary adventure with these scrumptious, handheld delights that will have your little ones feeling like kitchen superheroes.
• Easy One Pot Mac and Cheese: Unleash the magic of simplicity and taste with this creamy, cheesy classic that's perfect for their solo kitchen escapades.
• Strawberry Drink Refresher: Let their creativity flow as they concoct their own refreshing and fruity beverage that's as delightful to make as it is to sip.
• 2-Ingredient Red Velvet Cake: Unveil the secret to baking wizardry with this unbelievably easy yet stunning red velvet cake that will leave everyone in awe of their newfound kitchen skills.
• Pear and Apple Nachos: Transform snack time into a gourmet adventure with these fruity and fun nachos that are as fun to make as they are to munch on.

Join us on a cooking journey that sparks creativity, builds confidence, and nurtures a love for cooking. Kids in the Kitchen is not just a cookbook; it's a gateway to a world of endless possibilities and unforgettable food adventures. Let the kitchen magic begin!

Trystan and Biff had been dating for just a year when the couple learned that Biff's niece and nephew were about to be removed from their home by Child Protective Services. Immediately, Trystan and Biff took in one-year-old Hailey and three-year-old Lucas, becoming caregivers overnight to two tiny survivors of abuse and neglect.

From this unexpected start, the young couple built a loving marriage and happy home--learning to parent on the job. They adopted Hailey and Lucas, tied the knot, and soon decided to try for a baby that Trystan, who is transgender, would carry. Trystan's groundbreaking pregnancy attracted media fanfare, and the family welcomed baby Leo in 2017.

In this inspiring memoir, Trystan shares his unique story alongside universal lessons that will help all parents through the trials of raising children. How We Do Family is a refreshing new take on family life for the LGBTQ community and beyond. Through every tough moment and touching memory, Trystan shows that more important than getting things right is doing them with love.

First-hand accounts of how parents support their transgender children

There is a new generation of parents and families who are identifying, supporting, and raising transgender children. In Trans-Affirmative Parenting, Elizabeth Rahilly presents their fascinating stories, interviewing parents of children who identify across the gender spectrum, as well as the doctors, mental health practitioners, educators, and advocates who support their journeys.

Rahilly provides a window into parents' experiences, exploring how they come to terms with new ideas about gender, sexuality, identity, and the body, as well as examining their complex deliberations about nonbinary possibilities and medical interventions. Ultimately, Rahilly compassionately shows how parents can best advocate for transgender awareness and move beyond traditional gendered expectations. She also shows that child-centered, child-driven parenting is as central to this new trans-affirmative paradigm as growing LGBTQ awareness. In an era that is increasingly trans-aware, Trans-Affirmative Parenting offers provocative new insights into transgender children and the parents who raise them.

Get ready to laugh nonstop with hundreds of classic knock-knock jokes, silly one-liners, and hilarious puns sure to tickle your funny bone.

From silly wordplay to treacherous tongue twisters, this humongous book has something for every kind of jokester. Never get tired of the same old jokes again. Jam packed with thousands of the funniest jokes, these goofy gags will have kids rolling on the floor with laughter.

Including:

• Where did Sir Lancelot go to pay his parking tickets? Knight court.
• What does the Abominable Snowman get if he stays out in the sun too long? Freezer burn.
• Why did the pirate join a health club? He wanted to be in ship shape.
• What's a Scarecrow's favorite fruit? Strawberries!

Kid-friendly content makes this a must-have for your family's bookshelf. So, what are you waiting for? Start laughing with The Most Ginormous Joke Book in the Universe!

This interactive and personalizable keepsake picture book for children is a must for welcoming a new sibling into the family!

Filled with:
*fun illustrations
*age-appropriate information
*fill-in-the-blank activities
*easy crafts
*two sticker sheets with over 50 stickers
*a keepsake cover that can be personalized with a photograph
*and more!

It's the essential resource for preparing the big-sibling-to-be for their new role. Learn kid-friendly and age-appropriate information about pregnancy and birth, about tiny newborn babies and bigger babies who can do even more activities together.

With lots of great ideas for games and crafts to do together, as well as journaling activities for the big sibling to express their feelings, this is the foundation for a strong, happy sibling relationship that will last a lifetime!

With beautiful keepsake-worthy in-book activities, it's a memory of that lead-up and first year as siblings that the family will cherish forever.

More than twenty-five years ago, The Marriage Clinic presented a complete marital therapy program based on John Gottman's much-heralded research on marital success and failure. The book provided not only a wide range of succinct and useful assessment procedures, but also a highly specific, research-based, and modularized treatment program. Since then, Dr. Gottman has collaborated with his wife, clinical psychologist Julie Gottman, to conduct their well-known "Love Lab" studies, allowing the pair to design a highly successful couples' workshop and develop their "Sound Relationship House" theory.

Now, in this influential book's first-ever revision, Dr. Gottman and Dr. Gottman incorporate the results of their studies and their most powerful interventions. In addition to its original, celebrated marital therapy program, The New Marriage Clinic includes findings on the dynamics of same-sex couples; interventions for couples recovering from situational domestic violence; strategies for couples rebuilding their marriages after an affair; and much more.

La más reciente investigación científica está cambiando la forma en que pensamos sobre la fertilidad. La mala calidad del óvulo está emergiendo como la causa más importante de infertilidad relacionada con la edad, aborto espontáneo recurrente y ciclos fallidos de fertilización in vitro. También es un factor importante cuando se sufre del Síndrome de ovario poliquístico y de infertilidad inexplicable.

Basado en una investigación exhaustiva de una amplia gama de publicaciones científicas, Todo empieza con el óvulo presenta un nuevo enfoque para mejorar la calidad y la fertilidad de los óvulos.

Con una estrategia concreta que incluye minimizar la exposición a toxinas como bisfenol A y ftalatos, elegir las vitaminas y suplementos correctos para proteger el desarrollo de óvulos y aprovechar los consejos nutricionales que demuestran aumentar las tasas de éxito de FIV, este libro ofrece soluciones prácticas que le ayudarán a quedar embarazada más rápido y tener un bebé saludable.

Rebecca Fett es licenciada en biotecnología molecular y bioquímica, y posee experiencia en investigación de laboratorio en el campo de la genética. También tiene diez años de experiencia como abogada de patentes de biotecnología en Nueva York.