{"title":"Parenting \u0026 Child Development","description":"\u003cp\u003eResources about parenting, child development, behaviour, learning and supporting children as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-360-guide-to-c-section-recovery-copy","title":"The Modern Midwife's Guide to the First Year","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe positive, evidence-based book you can trust to guide you through the highs and lows of parenting in your baby’s first year, from a Senior Midwife and bestselling author.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Marie Louise is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e a dream come true for any parent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith her uncanny ability to simplify the most important and complicated questions’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEmma Bunton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Spice Girls singer and co-founder of Kit and Kin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eSenior Midwife Marie Louise has spent years working with families, supporting new parents through pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her bestselling book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Modern Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e she guided new parents through the journey of what to expect during pregnancy and birth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing from where her first book left off, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Modern Midwife’s Guide to the First Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the empowering and practical guide to the first year of parenthood, taking you through the first 48 hours after birth up until your baby's first birthday.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacked with interesting facts, up-to-date insights and bringing together a whole host of childcare experts, you'll find everything you need to feel calm and confident at each stage of your baby’s development, including guidance on:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePostpartum recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and self-care for new parents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEstablishing a routine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – for you and your baby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBaby sleep training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnowing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ewhen to start weaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearning to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ecelebrate your wins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eWhether you're preparing for your baby to arrive, have just welcomed your little one into the world, or are well into the fourth trimester, this nurturing guide will ensure you feel supported and informed throughout your baby's first year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for Marie Louise and \u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Modern Midwife's Guide to the First Year:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Marie is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eso informative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and taught me so many things I had NO idea about!’ Zoe Sugg (Zoella), award-winning vlogger and author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘\u003c\/span\u003eSupports and empowers parents\u003cspan\u003e through the wonderful whirlwind that is your first year with your baby.’ 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘So \u003c\/span\u003epositive and reassuring\u003cspan\u003e whilst also being open and honest about what to expect from the first year with your baby.’ 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘I am loving this book - first time mum with lots of questions and this has really \u003c\/span\u003ehelped put my mind at ease.\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolute must-read for any new parents’ 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" 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But alphabet soup families are also in the unique position of being able to intentionally build their own family structure and create an environment of huge love and belonging for their children. This little book holds the reader’s hand through the journeys of both birth and non-birth parents, with advice on everything from to dealing with other’s definitions of your family, to finding the right medical care and communities, and of course making sure that you take a lot of naps before the baby is born.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully illustrated hardback full of warmth and personality, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eYou’ll Be a Wonderful Parent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is unlike any other book on the market in its inclusive and celebratory approach to queer parenting, and there is something for everyone to learn from the values and experiences of rainbow families. It is the perfect book for new or expecting parents of all descriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘This book is filled with love and compassion that I was crying in many parts of it. The messages are universal. Be empathetic, kind, understanding. Acknowledge there are ups and downs and many learnings about your growth as a parent. Acknowledge your children are your universe. Love is always the answer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. 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Full of the wonders of sharing the natural world with young minds, it's a manual for finding awe in the cracks of the pavement and magic on a stroll around the block.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether on an urban walk or in an inner-city park, out in the woods or by the sea, Lucy weaves together stories of how a connection to nature helps children thrive, and Ken draws on his time working with kids outdoors to give you creative, easy and free child-led activities to deepen that connection, from wild art to simple fires, potions, foraging and make-believe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWherever you live, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Nature Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers a radical vision of a new kinship with nature, one that will help all of us expand, nurture and deepen our wild life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e'A practical, no-nonsense guide to getting children back to nature ... Brilliant' Stephen Moss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e'A valuable practical guide to helping children form a kinship with nature' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eIndependent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cspan\u003e‘Thank you for giving me some thought provoking ideas in how to entertain my kids through all seasons, both indoors and outdoors throughout the years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘Both a wake up call to adults, and a practical how to guidebook, The Nature Seed is essential reading for anyone who wants to provide a child with an environmental grounding, so as to enjoy the wellbeing benefits freely given through the experience of nature, not just in childhood, but into and through adulthood. This book will gently guide you into finding the \"beauty, awe, and peace\" nature offers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ '\u003cspan\u003eEncouraging our children to love and value the natural World is essential if we are going to be able to protect it. This book illustrates the sheer joy that can come from activities which explore that world and encourage observation, imagination and appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an enjoyable read as well!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. 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The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deborah Jackson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55716482941257,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/ayf.jpg?v=1792845878"},{"product_id":"eves-wisdom-traditional-secrets-of-pregnancy-birth-and-motherhood-copy-2","title":"How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk","description":"\u003cp\u003e'A BRILLIANT BOOK' - PHILIPPA PERRY, AUTHOR OF \u003ci\u003eTHE BOOK YOU WISH YOUR PARENTS HAD READ\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e***THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk \u003c\/i\u003eis the go-to guide designed to transform your relationship with your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Learn how to set clear boundaries and engage your child's co-operation\u003cbr\u003e- Find out how to overcome a pattern of arguments\u003cbr\u003e- Swap ineffective punishment for positive parenting\u003cbr\u003e- Prioritise a respectful and sympathetic approach to conflict resolution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding accessible and helpful case studies, \u003ci\u003eHow to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk \u003c\/i\u003eis packed with practical advice for parents and carers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat readers are saying about \u003ci\u003eHow to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk\u003c\/i\u003e . . .\u003cbr\u003e'Great book with many helpful examples'\u003cbr\u003e'I read this book and it opened my eyes'\u003cbr\u003e'I wish everyone knew about it'\u003cbr\u003e'I've just ordered the whole series'\u003cbr\u003e'I can't recommend it highly enough'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-hook=\"average-star-rating\" class=\"a-icon a-icon-star-medium a-star-medium-5 averageStarRating\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-icon-alt\"\u003e4.8 stars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003eout of 5 on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adele Faber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55717419712841,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/htt.jpg?v=1792849167"},{"product_id":"five-minute-mum-time-for-school-copy","title":"Five Minute Mum: Give Me Five: Five minute, easy, fun games for busy people to do with little kids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eIdeal for early years to KS1 children who are learning at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaisy Upton has two little kids. She loves them - but they drive her mad.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, to try and keep her sanity she started to come up with quick, easy games using stuff from around the house. And @FiveMinuteMum was born.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn her first book, she has collected 150+ games that take \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e5 minutes to set up \u0026amp; 5 minutes to tidy up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom pasta posting to alphabet knock down, it's a recipe book for guilt free parenting!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd as Daisy was a teaching assistant, your little ones will be learning while they play! What could be better?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cspan\u003e5 Star Amazon Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePros:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- This book is beautifully designed, laid out clearly and has a straightforward guide to age appropriate activities;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Due to my son being almost 2, it is the perfect age to allow this book to have longevity as it goes right up to pre-school years (4)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- As the book says - the activities would take around 5 mins to set up and use regular household items\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The book reinvents some of the classic games you might have played as a child but also has so many other simple but effective ideas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The book also takes the time to provide comfort and coping skills for parents which was an unexpected but welcome addition (I particularly like the \"Triangle\" approach to parenting!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Although the title is \"Five Minute Mum\" and some of the other reviews note it doesn't say \"parent\" this is just the bloggers instagram name - it's for both parents (my husband loves this book too and doesn't bat an eyelid at the title)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCons:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- None as yet - I have tried 3 activities from the book already, all hits with my son\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Daisy Upton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55717973655881,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/fmmb.jpg?v=1792850332"},{"product_id":"the-kindest-red-a-story-of-hijab-and-friendship-copy","title":"I Can't Do That, YET: Growth Mindset","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"WorkMeta-detail WorkMeta-detailTitle\"\u003eAge Range: 4-8 Years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePrint length ‏ : ‎ 33\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eShe’s too shy to try. Can a glimpse into the future give her the courage she craves?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnna isn’t a queen of confidence. Struggling to believe in herself, the young girl is certain she doesn’t have what it takes to read during bedtime. But when she finally falls asleep, she’s greeted by a wonderful woman who’s incredibly familiar…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the journey across her dreamscape shows her potential versions of herself, Enna is amazed at everything she’s learned how to do. But she knows all that growth won’t come free – it will take time, knowledge, and dedication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Enna learn to tackle challenges with a smile?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this indispensable tool for battling gender stereotypes and other hardships, author Esther Pia Cordova reveals mentalities that can hold kids of all kinds back. And by dismantling unhealthy thought processes, she encourages a bold new approach to living life to the fullest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eI Can’t Do That, YET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the inspiring first story in the Growth Mindset children’s picture book series. If you or your child like motivational fun, reworking negative patterns, and gorgeous visual learning, then you’ll love Esther Pia Cordova’s step forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eI Can’t Do That, YET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to stand taller today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esther Pia Cordova","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55718186778953,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/icdty_a1264780-b266-47cd-ac9d-6dbca5aaf5ac.jpg?v=1792851338"},{"product_id":"five-minute-mum-give-me-five-five-minute-easy-fun-games-for-busy-people-to-do-with-little-kids-copy","title":"Dummy: The Comedy and Chaos of Real-Life Parenting","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e**THE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eSUNDAY TIMES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e TOP 10 BESTSELLER, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eAPRIL 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e**\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'The night before Charlie was born I had this dream. I dreamt that I was a soldier, riding into battle ... completely naked, and on the back of a large, inflatable duck.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatt Coyne has become a hero for thousands of parents everywhere who are devoted followers of his popular blog, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eMan vs Baby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is his book, and it is not your average parenting tome. It's packed with completely impractical advice for the bewildered new mum or dad - stuff you won't find anywhere else: from 'Profanity Bingo' for labour to a categorisation of various nappy disasters. But, more than that, it is the story of how becoming a parent is a kind of beautiful insanity - a thing that changes you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbove all, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eDummy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill keep you laughing through the exhaustion, the mystery and the madness of bringing up your own children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThis is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eparenting book for real people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eRaves for Matt Coyne and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eDummy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ehero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for dads everywhere' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eDaily Mirror\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eVery, Very funny\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e' Phillip Schofield, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThis Morning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eHilarious but accurate account of finding your feet as a parent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Matt Coyne's post has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003estruck a chord with parents from all over the world\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBrutally honest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rant on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ereality of parenthood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003etaken the internet by storm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSunday Telegraph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'\u003cspan\u003eA hilariously honest, and incredibly accurate account of parenthood, particularly the first year of your first baby. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReading this book is like reading your own diary of those horrifyingly overwhelming first few months (if you had been able to see straight enough to write one).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe worry, the tired wars, the judgements, the 6 million pieces of conflicting advice, the old ladies, the colossal amount of nappies, the baby groups, the equipment required for such a small human, the milestones and of course the love. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat I found most appealing about this book though is that it is a different perspective. Without meaning to sound sexist or gender bias, when it comes to talking about parenthood, Men can sometimes take a backseat. It’s so refreshing to read such an honest account, from a Dad’s perspective, and it is absolutely one that each and every father will relate to. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSod the parenting books, this is the only book you need to read, to help you feel a little less alone in the absolute shitstorm that is your first baby!' - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Star Amazon Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matt Coyne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55731684245833,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/dummy.jpg?v=1792926706"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/collections\/8_0b333c79-598e-4c6e-8a7a-4c73e3fcf655.png?v=1792742931","url":"https:\/\/nutmegandbentley.com\/collections\/parenting-child-development.oembed","provider":"Nutmeg and Bentley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}