Item category 2: Parent

This is the story of one family's struggle with a daughter with an eating disorder. Candid, insightful and informative, it details the onset and symptoms of AN/BN, the effects on family life and where to find more information and help.

This work is specifically for those who know little or nothing about autism and Asperger Syndrome until their child is diagnosed. Written by a renowned expert in the field, 'Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Children gently but honestly explores the issues of being a parent to a child with autism. ...

Children and dogs both benefit mentally and physically from a harmonious relationship. Dogs help to develop empathy and social skills in children, as well as build their confidence. It is, however, important to also develop this confidence in our dogs, and prepare them to be around babies and chi...

Rachel Waddilove offers advice on looking after your baby during the first year. She covers needs for the nursery, coming home from hospital, breast feeding versus bottle feeding, establishing a routine and introducing solid food. She also considers the emotional and social aspects of becoming pa...

Taking delivery of a new baby is even more exciting than taking delivery of a new car (at least for most people). This manual gives you what you would expect from Haynes: down-to-earth, step-by-step instructions, written by professionals from practical experience.

This massage book concentrates on stopping a baby crying and soothing an infant to sleep. At each developmental stage child psychologist Dr Heath explains why massage is beneficial. It includes routines for after a bath, nappy changing and bedtime.

Babies do wake at night, but you can help them to learn to sleep with some gentle guidance. This book provides simple and easy techniques to help you establish positive sleep habits early on that will pay dividends in the long term.

'BabyCalm' will help you understand your baby and yourself as a new parent. It offers plenty of ideas about calming techniques and how to encourage your baby to sleep well and will enable you to feel confident and at ease in your new role.