Every parent would happily give up ever scolding, punishing or threatening if she only knew how to ensure that her toddler/child/teen would thrive and act responsibly without such painful measures. Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves by Naomi Aldort is the answer to this universal wish. It is not about gentle ways to control a child, but about a way of being and of understanding a child so she/he can be the best of herself, not because she fears you, but because she wants to…(more…)
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The best parenting book ever
For years I thought I was being kind and gentle when I guided my children with gentle discipline and consequences.
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Very Good and Very Bad
I’ll start by saying I’m halfway through the book, and intend to finish it. I’ll also qualify that I am not yet a parent, but am reading up for impending parenthood.
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An Amazing Moment, Read This Book!
I had just put down “Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves” when my three year old came in with is Dad from playing outside.
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Happy to Report
My two year old son just breezed through the transition from his crib to a bed. I have felt in my heart that this style of parenting is best but I don’t feel there is much…
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Will change your perspective on parenting…
This book provides the thoughtful parent with the opportunity to transform your relationship with your child of any age.
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Brilliant, Compassionate
It’s a real relief to read this book, and to apply it’s lessons. A relief for both me and my kid.
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A gem
I’ve honestly only read about 1/2 of this book and that may all I ever need, truth be told. The key ideas shared are transforming (and I can’t believe I’m using that word) the…
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Raising our children, healing ourselves…
For any parent, grandparent or in fact, any other human being out there who has relationships with others, this book introduces a genuinely inspiring way of living and relating to…
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Life changing
I haven’t finished reading this book yet and it’s ALREADY changed my life. My parenting perspective has shifted, there is more love and less dominating and controlling between…
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A must have book for ALL parents
After reading many parenting books, I have to say that this tops the list. I’m reading it for the second time already and I’m certain there will be many more reads to follow as I…