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Jeannette Walls

Scribner, 2006

Incredible story
Bought this book for a beach vacation, and once I started reading, I never put it down. It was fascinating, and the author grabs you at the first story and never lets go. Her parents are very complex individuals, so you can't simply hate them. In a few (very few) ...

The Happiest Baby on the Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer

Harvey Karp

Bantam, 2003

Great book for newborns
I bought this book with a bunch of other books, I'm due in two months so I haven't actually tried any of Dr. Karps techniques but the book was super easy to read, and had some really interesting techniques that I'm dying to try now! :-) I would definitely recommend ...

The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child (Sears Parenting Library)

Robert Sears

Little, Brown and Company, 2007

Very Informative & Helpful
This is a great book because it is neither for vaccines nor against them-it just presents as much information as possible and leads the reader to his or her own conclusion. Now I feel a bit educated on the issue when my son's pediatrician presents his "convincing" ...

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life: The Breakthrough Program for Conquering Anxiety, Depression, ...

Daniel G. Amen

Three Rivers Press, 1999

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life
This book(I listened to the cd's.) is an amazing insight into the human brain, how it works, and explains so many misconceptions about thinking in regards to our present mindset about behavior. It explains each part of the brain and behaviors that are represented by ...

Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

Dr. Kevin Leman

Revell, 2008

What A Difference
I recently saw Dr. Kevin Leman on Fox and Friends and I immediately went out and bought Have A New Kid By Friday. After reading this book, the whole atmosphere in my house has changed. I used to have kids who were disrespectful, and mouthy, but now I have kids who ...

What to Expect When You're Expecting: 4th Edition

Heidi Murkoff, Sharon Mazel

Workman Publishing Company, 2008

Love this book!
This is a great book for those new to pregancy and very helpful. It doesn't talk down to you! I read it all in one sitting and then broke up the sections by week. Great book an dresources

Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kids Eating Good Food

Jessica Seinfeld

Collins Living, 2007

Delicious Recipes
I was a bit skeptical about this cook book until I actually bought it, and made some of the recipes. I have made over half the things in this book, and they have all been wonderful. My kids have not complained about one of them. They really liked the Spaghetti pie. ...

Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money--That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!

Robert T. Kiyosaki, Sharon L. Lechter

Business Plus, 2000

Amazing Book, Period.
What ppl don't understand is that you're never supposed to actually take things you read in books like this literally. If he says a certain investment is smart, or he made money a certain way, do your research and see if its right for you. Just like any book, the ...

Eat This Not That! for Kids!: Be the Leanest, Fittest Family on the Block!

David Zinczenko, Matt Goulding

Rodale Books, 2008

Buy This! for kids! (and yourself)
In parenting as in life, it's all about making good decisions. The trick is knowing which choices are the right ones. This small colorful book tells you very simply which food choices are the right ones. It not only tells you, but also shows you with hundreds of color ...

The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

Gary Chapman

Northfield Publishing, 1995

A Life Changing Book
This is a great book and it changed my life by me and my boyfriend reading it. I recommend this book to everyone. It's truly eye opening.

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

Adele Faber, Elaine Mazlish

Collins Living, 1999

It works!
when you start using the methods your life changes! I did it with my 6 year old and so far it changed our lives! a must read!

Baby Bargains, 7th Edition: Secrets to Saving 20% to 50% on baby furniture, gear, clothes, toys, maternity ...

Denise Fields

Windsor Peak Press, 2007

Awesome - Essential
I bought this on recommendation from my dentist (a father of two). As a first-time mom I don't know what I would have done without it. I read the entire 600+ pages in a single weekend and completely re-worked my registry. I was able to eliminate a lot of unnecessary ...

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

Haruki Murakami

Knopf, 2008

Liked it
For a number of years, I was a big Murakami fan. Then a few of his books disappointed me so much, I sort of 'fell out of love' with his work. This non-fiction work appealed to me and I'm glad I purchased it. In fact, I purchased the audible version which is great. It ...

The Expectant Father: Facts, Tips and Advice for Dads-to-Be, Second Edition

Armin A. Brott

Abbeville Press, 2001

FIrst time dads
This book is specifically designed for the first time father's without a clue. It discusses everything from the basics of morning sickness to really acknowledging the needs and support a woman requires during pregnancy. It also assist with opening discussions for ...

The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Gentle Ways to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night

Elizabeth Pantley, William Sears

McGraw-Hill, 2002

It works!!!
I bought this book because I was exhausted and about 650 people had given it positive reviews. It actually does work!!! Within 12 days, my son was sleeping through the night, and I re-entered the world of functioning, thinking human beings!! Pantley has taken a very ...