7 Books On Parenting And Motherhood For All New Parents To Read

Adding a new one to the brood is a life-changing experience for every mom and dad. And while it should wholly and truly change your life, it shouldn't catch you unaware. There's so much to learn and understand about raising a child; changing diapers and mixing baby food are an extremely small part of it. Right from the time your little one enters the world till they grow into toddlers, bringing them up to be healthy, smart, thoughtful and kind needs preparation on your part as a parent. Which is what these 7 books on parenting are for. Whether you're going to be a mom or dad, read them cover to cover.

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7 Books For New Mothers And Fathers To Read Before The Baby Arrives

Be well-prepared for your baby's arrival and start in the world when you check out these 7 books on parenting and motherhood.

1. It's A Mom!: What You Should Know About The Early Years Of Motherhood

It's A Mom!: What You Should Know About The Early Years Of Motherhood by Shefali Tsabary gives invaluable advice on handling your baby, reclaiming your life as a woman and reconnecting with your partner.

2. What Dads Need to Know About Daughters, What Moms Need To Know About Sons

What Dads Need to Know About Daughters, What Moms Need To Know About Sons by John and Helen Burns is especially for you to equip your sons and daughters with knowledge and teachings for a good life ahead.

3. Between Parent And Child: The Bestselling Classic That Revolutionized Parent-Child Communication

Between Parent And Child: The Bestselling Classic That Revolutionized Parent-Child Communication by Dr. Haim G. Ginott offers a straightforward approach to disciplined child rearing and new communication techniques for children.

4. Strong Mothers, Strong Sons: Lessons Mothers Need to Raise Extraordinary Men by M.D. Meg Meeker

Strong Mothers, Strong Sons: Lessons Mothers Need to Raise Extraordinary Men by M.D. Meg Meeker shares secrets and techniques for mothers to strengthen their bonds with their sons.

5. Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide

Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide by Rebecca Eanes provides an insightful guide to establish true family connections between parents and children.

6. Brain Rules For Baby: How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five

Brain Rules For Baby: How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five by John Medina revolutionises parenting and shares the science backing raising smart, happy kids from the ages of 0 to 5.

7. Mindful Parenting: The First 1,000 Days

The Mindful Parenting: The First 1,000 Days by Suchitra Shenoy shares the helpful experience she learned from own days of parenting till her child was 2.

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