Well, if you have a child who has one hell of a temper and you just tried everything to reason, explain or merely understand their thought process, then this is the book for you (and them). A short, easy to read modern book, designed to be read to a child as a story - it helps you and your little one deal with their anger, productively and constructively. A definite must have for any peace-loving family home!

 

 

 

What a fantastic book!  I so wish this had been around when I was feeding my babies.  It is a no-nonsense, straight down the middle approach to something that should be a wonderful and pleasurable bonding experience, but for so many is actually stressful and at times, dare we say, somewhat painful!

 

More like a chat over a coffee with a good friend than a text book, Evans' approach - although completely pro-breastfeeding, is totally non-threatening or 'preachy' and is packed full of really useful advice and tips.  She covers a range of potential problems ranging rom inverted nipples to feeding babies with tongue-tie, and tackles questions such as how do I know if my baby is getting enough? and what to do if you are producing too much or too little milk.  Her information is all research-based and accompanied by amusing and easily understandable cartoons (a blessing if reading this whilst bleary eyed and sleep deprived!)

 

In a day and age where, unfortunately, there simply isn't always the support that new mums need when embarking on this stage of the parenthood journey, I'd say this book makes essential reading.  In fact, I'd go so far as to say the NHS should provide every pregnant woman with a copy.