Parenting and Childcare

Anna Lewis / Sketchy Muma : What it Means to be a Mother (Hardback)

 Anna's sketches never fail to put a smile on my face and make my heart a little warmer.' GIOVANNA FLETCHERThis gorgeous little book charts the various bewildering stages of becoming a mother, from those tell-tale blue lines in the pregnancy test,...

Elisa Medhus / Raising Children Who Think for Themselves (Hardback)

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Louise Pentland / MumLife (Hardback)

 The Top 10 Sunday Times Bestseller'Hilarious, honest, heartwarming, like a hug from a friend, just perfect. I couldn't love this "mumoir" more' Mrs Hinch'An honest account of becoming a woman and mother... an engaging read' Giovanna...

Edward Dickens / 101 Amazing Dad Skills : Improve Your Parenting Know-How and Have More Fun in the Process (Hardback)

 From how to improvise a bedtime story to the ins and outs of high-quality dad dancing, 101 Amazing Dad Skills is an essential read for all long-suffering dads and excited fathers-to-be.It contains a heady mix of fun and inspiring Dad skills for the...

Vicky Burford / The Greatest Baby and Toddler Tips in the World

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Andrew Clover / Dad Rules : How My Children Taught Me To Be a Good Parent (Hardback)

 'She takes my hand. 'Andrew', she says, 'let's have children'. I know this is a historic moment. I must respond like a man. So I ignore her...' This wise, intimate, and hilarious book is based on Andrew Clover's much-loved "Sunday Times" columns...

Elaine Addison / Miss Poppy's Guide to Raising Perfectly Happy Children (Hardback)

 Elaine Addison is a modern-day Mary Poppins. A trained nanny who has worked for many high profile clients, her childcare recipe is discipline plus fun. In this book she shares her successful formula for bringing up children who are well-behaved...

Mother Pukka / Parenting The Sh*t Out Of Life (Hardback)

 **FROM THE WOMAN WHO CAMPAIGNED FOR FLEXIBLE WORKING THE IRREVERENT BESTSELLER & THE PERFECT GIFT FOR PARENTS AND PARENTS-TO-BE** 'Hilarious ... a must-read'THE SUNFrom Anna Whitehouse aka Mother Pukka and Matt Farquharson aka Papa Pukka,...

Edward St Aubyn / Mother's Milk (Hardback)

 The novel's perspective ricochets among all members of the Melrose family - the family featured in St. Aubyn's praised trilogy, Some Hope - starting with Robert, who provides an exceptionally droll and compelling account of being born; to Patrick,...

Giovanna Fletcher / Letters on Motherhood (Hardback)

 The Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller from the no.1 bestselling author and podcast host of Happy Mum Happy Baby.Letters on Motherhood is a collection of heartfelt and deeply poignant letters written by Giovanna to her three young sons, her husband...

Diana Craig / A Book For Mum : Because She's So Special (Hardback)

 Every mum deserves to know how special she is, and there's no better way to show it than with A Book for Mum. The elegant cover design makes this a stylish addition to any mum's collection and the array of amusing and practical information on being...

Bumi Laditan / The Honest Toddler : A Child's Guide to Parenting

 A laugh-out-loud funny parenting guide from the Honest Toddler, the Internet's most infamous tot, whose unchecked sense of entitlement and undeniable charm on the Honest Toddler blog and on Twitter @HonestToddler have captivated hundreds of...

Jean M. Twenge / The Impatient Woman's Guide to Getting Pregnant (Large Paperback)

 The Impatient Woman's Guide to Getting Pregnantis a complete guide to getting pregnant-the medical, psychological, social, and sexual aspects, told in a straight-forward, funny, and compassionate manner, like talking to a good friend who's been...

Jessica Chivers / Mothers Work! : How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work (Large Paperback)

 While the seemingly perfect celebrities in glossy magazines may make juggling family life with a career look effortless, the reality is that reaching equilibrium without going insane requires support and some excellent advice! Mothers Work!...

Kieran McKeown / Changing Fathers? : Experience of Fatherhood in Contemporary Ireland(Large Paperback)

 The book explores the relationship between fathers and their children, fathers and mothers, and mothers and children, looking at the meaning of fatherhood in Irish society.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not...

Miriam Stoppard / New Pregnancy and Birth : A Pratical Guide for all Parents To Be (Large Paperback)

 Trusted advice from the UK's favourite pregnancy and baby-care expert Dr Miriam Stoppard will take you all the way to birth and beyond.The pregnancy test is positive, the baby books are on the shelf, and thoughts of morning sickness, birth plans...

Tizzie Hall / How to Raise a Happy Toddler (Large Paperback)

 Tizzie Hall is an international bestselling childcare author who has been working with babies and parents for over 18 years. The tried and tested information in this parenting book will help you to deal with the inevitable challenges that come as...

Stella Duffy / Lullaby Beach (Large Paperback)

 No more days, no more times, no more tides. No more secrets.A compelling novel about family secrets and the legacy of trauma, set against the changing fortunes of an English seaside town, from award-winning writer Stella Duffy.When Lucy discovers...

Chris and Rosie Ramsey / Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed. : The Sunday Times No. 1 Bestseller (Hardback)

 This is not a self-help book. This book contains absolutely no advice that you should follow yourself.THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, A HILARIOUS AND ACHINGLY RELATABLE NEW BOOK FROM CHRIS AND ROSIE RAMSEY, STARS OF THE CHART-TOPPING PODCAST'Laughed...

Derek Llewellyn-Jones / Everygirl (Large Paperback)

 Dispelling the myths associated with growing up, this guide for the adolescent girl covers the physical changes that occur in puberty and deals with the wide range of psychological and social challenges that face today's teenagers, including...

Stuart Campbell / Watch Me Grow! (Large Paperback)

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Stephen Giles / From Lad to Dad : The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy for Blokes (Large Paperback)

 OK, your partner’s pregnant. Congratulations, that’s great news. You’re The Man, back of the net! You’ll make a great dad, and life will be great. Different, but still great. Won’t it? This book guides you through...

Bunmi Laditan / The Honest Toddler : A Child's Guide to Parenting (Large Paperback)

 From the bestselling author of Dear God, an irreverent, bracingly honest, and "awfully funny" (The Boston Globe) satirical parenting guide from the Twitter's most infamous tot, whose unchecked sense of entitlement and undeniable charm have...

Simon Singh / Trick or Treatment? (Large Paperback)

 Prince Charles is a staunch defender and millions of people swear by it; most UK doctors consider it to be little more than superstition and a waste of money. Welcome to the world of alternative medicine. In "Trick or Treatment?", the truth about...

Jane Nelsen / Positive Discipline (Large Paperback)

   For twenty-five years, Positive Discipline has been the gold standard reference for grown-ups working with children. Now Jane Nelsen, distinguished psychologist, educator, and mother of seven, has written a revised and expanded edition. The...

Sonia Ducie / Baby Name Numerology

 Numerology is the language of the most essential components of the universe: numbers. The deep influence of numbers can instil a person's life with positivity and meaning from birth.Choosing a baby's name is a unique and special experience, but it...

Deborah Jackson / Letting Go as Children Grow

  This book considers the inner world of the child and argues that children are more capable than many of us realize. Babies make their needs known; toddlers can walk for miles; teenagers are equipped to make their own decisions. Children need...

Stella O'Malley / Cotton Wool Kids : What's Making Irish Parents Paranoid? (Large Paperback)

  What has happened to Irish childhood? Parents are keeping their children indoors for fear of predators lurking around every corner and children are spending their days in front of screens or in supervised activities, over-controlled and growing...

Ken Graver / A Guide for the Partners of Incest Survivors (Large Paperback)

  Although the impact of incest or sexual abuse can destroy relationships and test long-standing commitments, Ghosts in the Bedroom provides comfort and guidance for partners in the process of recovery. Graber draws from personal experience to...

Cherry Chappell / Perfect Wedding Planning

 Perfect Wedding Planning is an indispensable guide to every aspect of arranging and coordinating the wedding you've always wished for. Covering everything from booking the caterers to choosing the wedding favours, it walks you through exactly what...

John Sharry / Parenting Preschoolers and Young Children (Large Paperback)

  Bringing up a pre-school child is both a rewarding and a daunting task and one that requires great patience and commitment. In 'Parenting Preschoolers and Young Children' you will find practical advice on how to deal with the very real...

Richard Ford / Between Them (Hardback)

 LONGLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE 2017From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Sportswriter comes a deeply personal account of his parents - an intimate portrait of American mid-twentieth century life, and a celebration of family...

Ann Ingle / Openhearted (Hardback)

 SHORTLISTED FOR TWO IRISH BOOK AWARDS 2021'Something they don't tell you about getting older is that you fall. Oh, you hear about it in passing, of course, "She had a fall, poor thing". Falling is not something you ever think about as a younger...

Susan Reynolds / My Dad Is My Hero

  Children often have trouble telling their father how much they love him. Fortunately, this book expresses those emotions for them. This endearing collection of stories about the everyday heroics of the contributors' fathers, and father figures,...

Suzie Hayman / Teach Yourself: Parenting Your Teenager

  - offers you insight into your teenager's world - gives you the confidence and skills you need to tackle difficult issues - teaches you how to communicate and negotiate with your child - helps you help them towards a confident and happy young...

Rob Kemp / The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide : Everything You Need to Know (Large Paperback)

 From buying buggies and cutting the cord to dealing with your wife's breastfeeding in public - the life of a first-time father will throw up new experiences every day.The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide tells you everything you need to know during...

Maureen Gaffney / Your One Wild and Precious Life (Large Paperback)

 WINNER OF THE AUDIENCE CHOICE IRISH BOOK AWARD 2021Once you've got a few decades on the clock, life can seem sort of cross-roadsy. Once you're no longer thinking of yourself as 'young', you may be looking back, thinking 'How did I get here?' And...

Troy Osinoff / My Bad Parent : Do as I Say, Not as I Did

 No parent is perfect. But let's just say some need more guidance than others."My Bad Parent "is a reminder of the lesson all parents will unavoidably pass down: Do as I say, not as I do. With full-color candid photos and wry captions, this book...

Mark Harris / Men, Love and Birth

 There's a wealth of information out there for expectant mums on pregnancy and birth, but so often the dad is left out of the conversation. Male midwife Mark Harris seeks to redress the balance with this new book, drawing on his decades of...

Tony Humphreys / A Different Kind of Discipline (Large Paperback)

 Discipline is a topical issue. It is fundamental to all our lives and our relationships. Discipline is about safeguarding our rights both as individuals and as a society.In this ground-breaking new book, bestselling author and psychologist Dr Tony...

Kathleen Jordan / Nanny, Ma and me (Large Paperback)

 'This story is the result of long hours of delving into the pasts of my nanny and my ma. I hope it will give some insight into the experiences of one family of colour in Ireland today. Most of all, I just want to start a conversation, because once...

Diane Wiessinger / The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding (Large Paperback)

 It's no secret that breastfeeding is the normal, healthy way to nourish and nurture your baby. Dedicated to supporting nursing and expectant mothers, the internationally respected La Leche League has set the standard for educating and empowering...

Tim Dowling / Dad You Suck (Large Paperback)

 Written with self-excoriating candour and the driest humour, comes a book about being a dad from one of our best loved journalists."For me the hardest task of fatherhood was always the oppressive obligation to lead by example. My sons have been...

Gary Greenberg / Be Prepared : A Practical Handbook for New Dads (Large Paperback)

 An indispensable survival manual for men entering the trenches of fatherhood, Be Prepared is loaded with one-of-a-kind insights, MacGyver-esque tips and tricks, and no-nonsense advice for mastering the first year as a dad.Finally, a book that...

Patrick Hanks / Babies' Names

  This brand new edition of Babies' Names will help you find the right name for your baby. The book gives over 2,500 names in common use in the English-speaking world with information on their meanings and origins. It spans traditional names,...

Armin A. Brott / The New Father : A Dad's Guide to the Toddler Years (Hardback)

 The essential, month-by-month handbook on all aspects of fatherhood during the first year, complete with sound advice, valuable information, and tips from top researchers in the parenting field. An indispensible, month-by-month guide to the often...

Penelope Farmer / The Virago Book of Grandmothers

  Penelope Farmer has invented that new genre, the autobiographical anthology. Following on from her book of twins (for Virago) and sisters (for Penguin) this book of grandmothers describes the tentative beginnings of her own relationship to two...

Janine Latus / If I am Missing or Dead (Large Paperback)

 In April 2002, Janine Latus's youngest sister, Amy, wrote a note and taped it to the inside of her desk drawer. 'If I am missing or dead', it read, 'pick up Ron Ball'. By the time the letter was found ten weeks later, Amy was already missing...

Mark Woods / Babies and Toddlers for Men (Large Paperback)

 Becoming a father is a moment in a man's life like no other.The love, the pride, the joy and occasionally the fear stirred up inside us by the complex little being that moves into our home and our relationship takes some serious getting used to.And...

Steve Biddulph / Steve Biddulph's Raising Girls (Large Paperback)

  Steve Biddulph's Raising Boys was a global phenomenon. The first book in a generation to look at boys' specific needs, parents loved its clarity and warm insights into their sons' inner world. But today, things have changed. It's girls that are...

Michael Gurian / The Wonder of Boys (Large Paperback)

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Fiona Ford / Healthy Eating For You And Your Baby

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