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Health, Mind & Wellbeing - parenting

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Find out how a green approach helps you to have a natural, comfortable and rewarding pregnancy, leading to a happy, healthy baby. This authoritative guide by health and childcare expert Claire Gillman will tell mothers-to-be all they need to know about having a safe, green pregnancy. The first chapter, 'Nurture and Care', is a practical guide to keeping yourself well during your pregnancy. 'Nutrition During Pregnancy' takes a close look at the optimum diet when 'eating for two', including pregnancy superfoods, supplements, and deal... read more

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: 9781907030567
: Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd
: CICO Books
: September 2010
: 235mm X 190mm
: United Kingdom

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: ill
: 160
: 618.24
: Hardback
: Claire Gillman
: books
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$37.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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In the vein of Celia Lashlie's Good Man Projectwhich became the basis for her international bestseller, He’ll Be OK, in-depth research has been undertaken with schoolboys of various ages to canvass their views on current schooling, what worries them and how schools could enhance their education opportunities. The ground-breaking result offers... read more

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: 9781869507664
: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
: May 2009
: 230x150mm
: New Zealand

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: Organization & management of education; Gender studies
: 224pp
: 371.8210993
: Paperback
: Michael Irwin
: books
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$35.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Since its initial publication in 1994, Manhood has had a profound emotional impact on thousands of men and women. It has sold over 150 000 copies in Australia and New Zealand, making it the most popular book on men's lives in both countries. Steve Biddulph uses stories, humour and a refreshingly honest style of writing that resonates with both men and women. In Manhood, he tackles two critical social issues: creating a healthy masculinity, and how men can free themselves from crippling and outdated roles. This new edition has be... read more

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: 9781876451202
: Finch Publishing
: Finch Publishing
: July 2002
: 220mm X mm
: Australia

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: 230
: 305
: 3rd edition
: Paperback
: Steve Biddulph
: books
'I threw the book against the wall. Then I picked it up and kept on reading.' Letter from a 22-year-old. 'It would be true to say that Manhood has transformed how I see my husband and father. It moved me to tears many times. It has brought us closer than ever.' Letter from a woman.
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$23.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Go the F**k to Sleep is a bedtime book for parents who live in the real world, where a few snoozing kitties and cutesy rhymes don't always send a toddler sailing blissfully off to dreamland. Profane, affectionate, and radically honest, California Book Award-winning author Adam Mansbach's verses perfectly capture the familiar - and unspoken - tribulations of putting your little angel down for the night. In the process, they open up a conversation about parenting, granting us permission to admit our frustrations, and laugh at their a... read more

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: 9781921758843
: Text Publishing Co
: The Text Publishing Company
: July 2011
: Australia
: July 2011

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: 32
: 817.00
: Ricardo Cortes
: Hardback
: Adam Mansbach
: books
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$39.99 (NZD)  inc GST
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GETTING READY TO START SCHOOL covers everything from choosing and applying for primary schools, to preparing your child in order to making their transition as smooth as possible, to what to expect once they get there, including the impact on parents, as they adapt to the politics of the school gate and to life fitting round the school days and terms. With input from childcare professionals, experienced teachers and Netmums themselves, GETTING READY TO START SCHOOL is the only book a parent will need to plan their child's first step... read more

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: 9780755361021
: Headline Publishing Group
: Headline Book Publishing
: August 2010
: 232mm X 152mm X 17mm
: United Kingdom
: October 2010

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: 224
: 649.68
: Paperback
: Hilary Netmums
: books
'Netmums is a wonderful source of information and support' -- Fern Britton 'Netmums has grown into a national institution' -- Daily Telegraph 'Netmums is the new Mothers' Union' -- The Sunday Times
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$28.70 (NZD)  inc GST
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Want to be the best dad ever in the eyes of your kids? It's easier than you think! This inspiring, easy-to-read book from the best-selling author of Who Stole My Mojo? shows you how to set the right tone, example and environment for your kids to give them the very best introduction to life. That's the difference between being a good dad and being an outstanding dad - a dad with mojo. My Dad's Got Mojo is the book for regular guys who want to raise happier, healthier and more creative kids. If you want to be the best dad you ... read more

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: 9781742469546
: John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd
: Wrightbooks
: July 2010
: Australia
: July 2010

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: 168
: 306.8742
: Paperback
: Gary Bertwistle
: books
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$45.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Self-assured, assertive kids are not only less likely to be picked on by their peers, they're also less likely to bully others. But it's not always easy for children to find a healthy middle ground between passivity and aggression. If your child is a frequent target for bullies, or has begun to tease and take advantage of other kids, the easy and effective activities in Cool, Calm, and Confident can help. These simple exercises help children stand up for themselves without coming across as aggressive, learn to be both kind and ... read more

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: 9781572246300
: New Harbinger Publications,U.S.
: New Harbinger Publications,U.S.
: May 2009
: 253mm X 203mm X 10mm

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: illustrations
: 152
: 158.2
: Paperback
: Lisa M. Schab
: books
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$30.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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No, It's Not OK deals with the bully/victim problems in New Zealand and outlines effective ways of counteracting and preventing such problems. Bullying is one of the biggest challenges for a child to deal with and extends past the boundaries of school into their home lives. With the advances in technology, bullying has taken on a new face through abusive emails and texts. It is a growing issue in NZ. The authors have had extensive professional involvement with the issues and consequences of bullying. In preparing this book they ha... read more

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: 9780143006671
: Penguin Books
: Penguin Books
: 200x130mm

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: Paperback
: Tania Roxborogh & Kim Stephenson
: books
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$30.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Intends to help teens handle issues and develop confidence in their own abilities and self-worth. This book contains personal stories, facts, and self-tests to enable teens to learn how to identify their own issues and seek help, and to take care of themselves when feeling overwhelmed by problems of friends or family members.

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: 9781592854585
: Hazelden Information & Educational Services
: Hazelden Information & Educational Services
: August 2007
: 228mm X 178mm X 13mm
: United States

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: Illustrations
: 200
: 362.2
: Paperback
: KidsPeace
: books
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$18.00 (NZD)  inc GST
Nophoto

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: 9780719602184
: rightway
: rightway

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: -
: books
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$35.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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When can your child legally get a job? When can they babysit? Is it legal for them to get a tattoo yet? What can you do about your child being bullied? As your children become more independent, the parenting questions multiply. Tackling the trickiest problems head on, childcare expert Karen Sullivan explains when it is safe, appropriate, necessary or normal for children aged 9-18 to do certain things. You Want to Do What? has been tried and tested in the UK, and this adaptation for Kiwi parents answers every conceivable parenti... read more

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: 9781869507930
: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
: June 2009
: 210x135mm
: New Zealand

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: Advice on parenting; Children
: 480pp
: 649.1
: Paperback
: Karen Sullivan
: books
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$30.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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There are hundreds of books by adults and experts giving advice to parents on parenting teenagers. This book is different. In this book,teenagers have the opportunity to guide parents on how to parent them; what works, what doesn’t and why. What better way is there than to hear it from the teenagers themselves ‘What Teens Really Want From Parents’ is for parents who want the ‘unknown’ territory of their relationship... read more

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: 9781877368325
: National Pacific Press
: National Pacific Press
: October 2009
: 210x140mm
: New Zealand

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: 101pp
: 305.2355
: Paperback
: Cathy McGachie
: books
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$55.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Now you have a baby, what on earth are you going to do with it? Kaz Cooke delivers all the up-to-date, reliable info, with advice from the experts, including real mums and dads. Kidwrangling is funny, reassuring and practical - a range of great solutions for you to choose from. Babies: getting through the first weeks; bosoms and bottles, sleeping and crying; coping, bonding and the blues; new mum and newborn health and mum's post-baby body; first food, teething and dummies; equipment. Toddlers and Preschoolers: family food and usin... read more

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: 9780670073986
: Penguin Books Australia
: Viking Australia
: July 2010
: Australia
: October 2011

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: 652
: 649
: 2nd edition
: Paperback
: Kaz Cooke
: books
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$55.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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In her inimitable warm, witty and informative way, Kaz Cooke (aided by her outrageous alter ego Hermoine) provides the real low-down on pregnancy and childbirth, from coping with the body changes to dealing with a newborn baby. New, completely revised and updated!

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: 9780670072347
: Penguin Books Australia
: Viking Australia
: March 2009
: Australia
: October 2011

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: 560
: 618.2
: Revised edition
: Paperback
: Kaz Cooke
: books
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$35.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Many children's lives are touched by a serious illness within their families, and some will be faced with the loss of a parent or grandparent, or the death of a sibling or beloved pet. How can adults help young people cope with these losses? How do they explain and console in language that a child can understand? Dr. Daniel Schaefer, working with child psychologists and trauma experts, and drawing on more than three decades of experience with families in crisis, has written a practical guide for anyone who works or lives with child... read more

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: 9781557049117
: Newmarket Press,U.S.
: Newmarket Press,U.S.

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: Paperback
: Daniel Schaefer
: books
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$19.99 (NZD)  inc GST
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Starting to have periods is something all girls face. This book explains exactly what periods are, why they happen, and how they will affect you - asking all the questions and giving all the answers simply and openly, with plenty of practical advice.

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: 9780330337229
: Macmillan
: Macmillan
: 197x130mm

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: b&w line illustrations
: 112
: Paperback
: Ruth Thomson Illustrated by Jane Eccles
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$34.99 (NZD)  inc GST
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Parents and caregivers who struggle to cope with the demands of modern day living and need practical, sensible advice to raise happy, well-adjusted and independent children will find this title invaluable.

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: 9781770076631
: Struik Publishers (Pty) Ltd
: Struik Publishers
: December 2008
: 225mm X 175mm
: South Africa

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: Cartoons and photographs in full colour throughout
: 160
: Paperback
: Debbie de Jong
: books
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$20.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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Laura loves acting, but she is not looking forward to the school play because she doesn't expect her parents to be there. Laura's parents have separated and she misses her father. When her mother invites a new friend, John, to dinner, Laura decides to do her best to persuade him not to stay...

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: 9780237543044
: Evans Publishing Group
: Evans Brothers Ltd
: September 2010
: 250mm X 250mm
: United Kingdom
: January 2011

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: col. Illustrations
: 32
: 839.31364
: Paperback
: Anna De Bode
: books
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$39.99 (NZD)  inc GST
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If you are considering adopting a child from overseas, this book is for you. It outlines the history of inter-country adoption in Australia, and the processes families have to go through to adopt. It gives you facts, figures and statistics and is a great resource for anyone who wants to know more about adoption - particularly for families considering inter-country adoption, and for people who work in the adoption or child welfare fields generally. It also describes the main health, social and psychological issues that children will... read more

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: 9781921295027
: Rockpool Publishing
: Rockpool Publishing
: January 2007
: 230mm X 155mm X 23mm
: Australia
: September 2011

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: illustrations
: Family & relationships; Child care & upbringing; Citizenship & nationality law
: 153
: 362.76
: Paperback
: Lucy Burns & Ailsa Burns
: books
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$30.00 (NZD)  inc GST
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All children deserve to live safe, confident and empowered lives free from unnecessary fear and worry. This book shares what parents need to know to teach their kids how to be safe from predatory violence. It dispels the most common myths and beliefs around self protection for kids and delivers relevant, updated, highly effective information and strategies which are easy to understand, learn and remember. Most importantly, it does so without the fear mongering and scare tactics which do nothing to improve children's safety or quali... read more

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: 9781742840475
: bookpal
: Bookpal
: March 2011
: 203mm X 127mm X 10mm
: Australia
: October 2011

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: black & white illustrations
: 188
: Paperback
: Phil Thompson
: books
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