Best Selling Books by Melinda Blau

When Tracy Hoggs Secrets of the Baby Whisperer was first published, it soared onto bestseller lists across the country.

Unnerved by the ceaseless demands of your toddler? Concerned that your two-year-old isn’t developing on schedule? You clearly need to spend some time with Tracy Hogg. Nicknamed the “baby whisperer” by grateful parents because of her extraordinary gift for understanding and connecting with children, Tracy became internationally famous after the smashing success of her New York Times bestseller Secrets of the Baby Whisperer. Now Tracy is back with the same winning blend of common sense, uncanny intuition, and results-getting guidance in her new book, Secrets of the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers. Yes, the toddler years have their stresses and challenges for both parents and children–but with Tracy at your side, you’ll find that this can also be the most fascinating and rewarding stretch of parenthood. As in her hugely popular first book, Tracy brings her vast experience to bear on the issues and dilemmas with which all parents grapple during toddlerhood. Starting with the simple but essential premise that there is no such thing as a “typical” child, Tracy guides you through her unique programs, including: • H.E.L.P. (Hold back, Explain, Limit, Praise): the mantra that will remind you of the four elements that are critical to fostering your child’s growth and independence. • Using T.L.C. (Talk, Listen, Clarify) to communicate with your toddler, to figure out what she is really thinking, and to best help her express herself. • R&R: the Routines and Rituals that give structure and predictability to daily life and a sense of continuity to holidays and special occasions. • Rehearsals for Change: ways of preparing your toddler for new experiences by encouraging her to practice her skills in the safe, controlled setting of your family. • Conscious Discipline: a way of teaching your toddler how to behave and manage his emotions, while being mindful of the lessons you teach with your own behavior. Tracy knows that your child is special–a one-of-a-kind individual with her own gifts and needs–and she has dedicated this marvelous new book to helping you appreciate and respect your child’s uniqueness. Whether it’s making new friends, mastering potty training, or eating at the family dinner table, your child will do it in her own way and at his own pace. With Tracy as your guide, you can share in the achievements of toddlerhood every step of the way. Practical, reassuring, and written with wit and energy and boundless enthusiasm for real children and their everyday behavior, this book will be your constant companion during the magical, challenging toddler years.

Essential tips on calming, connecting with and communicating with your baby, from nanny-to-the-stars and bestselling author Tracy Hogg. The combination of interactive self-questioning and expert, friendly advice will change how you approach parenting, leading to transformative results. ''Miracles are her business'' -- Jodie Foster ''The honest truth is that Tracy Hogg has provided me with more insight into the things that matter than anyone else.'' -- Alain de Botton, Observer Review ''A parent''s saviour'' -- YOU Magazine ''This book saved my life'' -- ***** Reader review ''A miracle'' -- ***** Reader review ''I absolutely love this book'' -- ***** Reader review ''Lifesaver'' -- ***** Reader review ''Sheer brilliance'' -- ***** Reader review ''My go to guide!'' -- ***** Reader review *********************************************************************************************************** Tracy Hogg knows babies. Her incredible sensitivity and ability to read infants'' cries, coos and assorted baby noises quickly earned Tracy the admiration and gratitude of high-profile couples, including a host of celebrities. The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems provides solutions to hundreds of baby care problems, including the Big Three: sleep, feeding and behaviour, from infancy to the age of 3. Tracy demystifies the magic she has performed with some five thousand babies, teaching parents how to work out what kind of baby they have, what kind of mother and father they are, and what kind of parenting plan will work best for them. Believing that babies need to become part of the family - rather than dominate it - she has developed a practical programme that works with infants as young as a day old. Full of questionnaires, clearly explained theories and easy-to-follow, practical, expert advice - this book is guaranteed to set you on the path to calm and confident parenting.

From the famous Baby Whisperer comes “this warm, accessible, and highly practical guide” (Gretchen Rubin #1 New York Times bestselling author) to help families of all sizes and backgrounds live, love, and thrive. “Parenting is something you do. Family is something you are.” —Tracy Hogg Before her untimely death in 2004, Tracy—aka the Baby Whisperer—and her longtime collaborator, journalist Melinda Blau, conceived a fourth book that would apply the commonsense principles of baby whispering to the “whole family.” This ground-breaking book explains why “family” is defined by much more than the relationship between parent and child. By widening the lens to focus on the family as an entity, Blau uses the Baby Whisperer philosophy to illuminate how the multiple bonds and interactions that unfold within a household of adults and children coalesce to form a larger family dynamic. By taking this wider perspective, she enables you to see everyday challenges—such as sibling rivalry, communication, and time management—with fresh eyes. Informed both by research and stories of real families, this new book is filled with the handy tips and memorable acronyms that Baby Whisperer fans have come to expect. The advice is simple, practical, and often counterintuitive (asking kids to help more around the home can make them happier; setbacks can often make a family closer). The hopeful message is that with insight, awareness, and “family-think,” we can actually design our families to be happier and more productive, improving the daily lives of parents and kids—and, thereby, benefiting society as a whole in the process.

“A mind-expanding and heart-opening book” (Daniel Goleman, author of Social Intelligence) that reveals the value of everyday interactions with people in our communities – and what we lose without them. Our barista, our mechanic, our coworker—they populate our days, but we often take them for granted. Yet these are the people who bring novelty and information into our lives, allow us to exercise different parts of ourselves, and open us up to new opportunities. In their unprecedented examination of people on the periphery, psychologist Karen Fingerman, who coined the term “consequential strangers,” collaborates with journalist Melinda Blau to expand on and make her own groundbreaking research come alive. Drawing as well from Blau’s more than two hundred interviews with specialists in psychology, sociology, marketing, and communication, the book presents compelling stories of individuals and institutions, past and present. A rich portrait of our social landscape—on and off the Internet—it presents the science of casual connection and chronicles the surprising impact that consequential strangers have on business, creativity, the work environment, our physical and mental health, and the strength of our communities.

“Challenges us to rethink our circle of relationships. . . . A mind-expanding and heart-opening book.”—Daniel Goleman, author of Social Intelligence Our barista, our mechanic, our coworker—they populate our days, but we often take them for granted. Yet these are the people who bring novelty and information into our lives, allow us to exercise different parts of ourselves, and open us up to new opportunities. In their unprecedented examination of people on the periphery, psychologist Karen Fingerman, who coined the term “consequential strangers,” collaborates with journalist Melinda Blau to expand on and make her own groundbreaking research come alive. Drawing as well from Blau’s more than two hundred interviews with specialists in psychology, sociology, marketing, and communication, the book presents compelling stories of individuals and institutions, past and present. A rich portrait of our social landscape—on and off the Internet—it presents the science of casual connection and chronicles the surprising impact that consequential strangers have on business, creativity, the work environment, our physical and mental health, and the strength of our communities.

From The New York Times bestselling co-author of Secrets of the Baby Whisperer, comes this poignant, hilarious, and deeply insightful exploration of how to make the most of life’s possibilities—at any age. In this deeply personal and heartwarming book, acclaimed journalist Melinda Blau confronts the stereotypes surrounding life''s later chapters, drawing from unexpected friendships with the remarkable women she affectionately dubs "my old ladies." Through intimate storytelling and candid reflections, Blau peels back layers of societal judgment to uncover the hard-earned wisdom and resilience that come with the unfolding of years. From her relationship with Henrietta, a vibrant nonagenarian, Blau discovers that age is less a number and more the unexpected twists and turns of a life fully lived. Zelda, ever the free spirit, shows that the sparkle of youthful passion can persist well into later years—she''s nailing tennis serves even in her 90s. And then there''s Anne, a Holocaust survivor who proves that at 98, it''s still not too late to pen your life story. Yet, Blau''s book isn''t simply a compilation of friendship tales. It''s a wake-up call that encourages us to build meaningful connections across different phases of life. These bonds are mutually enriching, offering us valuable insights and a depth of understanding that is impossible to obtain from our contemporaries. At its heart, Wisdom Whisperers is about the boundless opportunities that unfold when we dare to look beyond age as a limiting factor.

Tracy Hogg''s incredible sensitivity and ability to read infants'' cries, coos and assorted baby noises quickly earned her the admiration and gratitude of high-profile couples, including a host of celebrities. In her bestselling book Secrets of the Baby Whisperer, Tracy demystified the magic she performed with some 5,000 babies. This handbag-sized, easy-to-use edition distils her wisdom enabling parents to work out what kind of baby they have, what kind of mother and father they are and what kind of parenting plan will work best for them. Tracy''s practical programme works with infants as young as a day old and is a lifesaver for any new parent.

Describes the power peer groups and pop culture have over teens and explains how this power has affected the classic family dynamic and changed the traditional American family.

Intrigue readers with the puzzles no one has solved!

The story of a special strain of bees designed to produce more honey but with the the side effect of fierce belligerent attacks on humans.

How do you help your child open up to you? With so little time in a busy day, how can a parent find that elusive "quality" time? What discipline techniques work for young children, and why?An empowering book that emphasizes real-life parenting situations and practical, compassionate solutions, Parenting by Heart is filled with specific advice tried by thousands of families. Showing what actually works rather than what theoretically "should" work, here are hundreds of step-by-step, tested solutions that will help make parents feel more confident about how to instill values, be in charge, and stay connected with today''s kids in these modern and often difficult times.

From the bestselling Baby Whisperer franchise comes a concise and detailed guide to potty training your toddler—available exclusively as an ebook from Atria Books.

From the bestselling Baby Whisperer franchise, a concise, detailed, and reassuring guide to feeding your newborn—available exclusively as an ebook. "How do I know if my baby is getting enough to eat?" "How often do I feed her?" "How can I tell if he''s hungry?" Feeding your newborn is one of the most emotional and challenging topics facing new parents. With her practical, easy-to-follow program, Tracy Hogg will help you overcome your baby''s feeding issues and contains essential information, like: - How to ensure your baby is latched on correctly - What to do if you have a low milk supply - Moving successfully from breast to bottle - When to start solids Filled with direct, reassuring advice, this handy eBook is an essential tool for new parents everywhere.

From the bestselling Baby Whisperer franchise, a concise and comprehensive guide to getting your baby to sleep through the night—available exclusively as an ebook. "I can''t get my five-week-old to sleep in her crib" "My six-week-old resists his naps" "My baby is three months old and is still waking up throughout the night" Sleep is the number one issue that plagues parents from the moment they bring their baby home from the hospital. Even the lucky ones, whose babies are naturally good sleepers, wonder when their baby will finally sleep through the night. With reassuring, down-to-earth advice, Tracy Hogg''s practical sleep program will help you overcome your baby''s sleep problems and works with infants from as young as one day old.

Get all the top tips from the Baby Whisperer in this special edition, box set! Sleep: It’s the number one issue that plagues parents from the moment they bring their baby home from the hospital. Even the lucky ones, whose babies are naturally good sleepers, wonder when their baby will finally sleep through the night. Tracy Hogg’s practical program will help you overcome your baby''s sleep problems and works with infants from as young as one day old. Breastfeeding: Feeding your newborn is an emotional and challenging topic facing new parents. With this easy-to-follow program, you’ll learn how to ensure your baby is latched on correctly; what to do if you have a low milk supply; how to move from breast to bottle; and when to start transitioning to solid foods. Potty-Training: The questions are endless when parents are faced with the sometimes daunting prospect of potty training. But these tips will tell you exactly how to get started, how to transition your child into a potty routine -- and what to do if it doesn''t go to plan. Filled with direct, reassuring advice, Top Tips from the Baby Whisperer is the essential guide for new parents!

Presents accounts of three notable ocean voyages: the 1947 Kon-Tiki expedition, Magellan''s trip around the world, and the 1838 steamboat race across the Atlantic.

Taffel, a family therapist and author of "Parenting by Heart", and Blau, the author of "Families Apart", identify ten "core builders"--including mood mastery, respect, expressiveness, passion, peer smarts, focus, body comfort, caution, team intelligence, and gratitude--that will reinforce a child''s inner self.

Based on interviews with divorced parents, children, family therapists, and psychologists, this book by award-winning journalist Melinda Blau offers ten solid principles designed to enable parents and children to function as a family even though they no longer live together.

Based on the landmark national Divorce after 40 study--how divorce can be a catalyst for self-discovery, change, and growth. This collection of stories of courage and rebirth--of women taking control of their own lives--is sure to affect every woman who reads it.

Aprende a solucionar todos tus problemas haciéndose las preguntas correctas: ¿Tu bebé tiene problemas para dormir? ¿Estás preocupada porque crees que tu bebé no come lo sufiencente? Cómo reaccionar si tu bebé llora sin parar. Si te angustian estas y otras cuestiones, piensa que no estás solo. Miles de padres han consultado ya a la niñera más famosa del mundo: Tracy Hogg, que se ha ganado el título de "susurradora de bebés". Centenares de miles de páginas. blogs y foros avalan el éxito de sus consejos. Sus libros anteriores han sido bestsellers indiscutibles. En este libro descubre sus técnicas y te enseña a analizar situaciones conflictivas, al tiempo que te ofrece estrategias para corregir problemas y, sobre todo, te ayuda aque funcionen con tu hijo. En estas páginas aprenderás cómo: -Evitar o remediar errores de crianza -Diagnosticar los problemas para dormir de tu bebé o tu niño -Ser unos padres pacientes y conscientes que saben identificar los momentos óptimos -Inhibir las emociones desbocadas antes de que tu hijo pierda el control y fomentar su salud emocional -Desarrollar las pautas diarias que sirven de ayuda en cualquier situación.

Los padres no tienen más remedio que educar. En la crianza de niños en la actualidad, no hay pregunta más importante que cómo educar niños que sean buenos y felices. ¿Cómo podemos ayudarles a sentirse seguros, ser respetuosos y desarrollar todo su potencial? Se trata de una cuestión crucial en una sociedad que socava a los padres a través de lo que el Dr. Taffel llama la segunda familia, es decir, la de la cultura y los amigos y compañeros que influyen en nuestros hijos desde el momento que empiezan a caminar y hablar. La respuesta a estos retos no es cuestionar si "los padres realmente cuentan". Por supuesto que contamos, y en el mundo real del día a día, esta hipótesis es un lujo. Aun así, un creciente número de madres y padres tiene la creencia equivocada que el desarrollo emocional y actitudinal de un niño escapa a su control. "Cómo educar Niños más Listos, Sanos y Felices" les demuestra a los padres que sí cuentan; describe con precisión aquellos aspectos que debemos potenciar en nuestros hijos y enseña a criar hijos buenos con un sentido profundo de los valores y espíritu de entusiasmo. Este es el primer libro que explica lo que les está pasando actualmente a los hijos y a las familias, y presenta formas sencillas, pero completas de ayudar a los hijos de todas las edades a convertirse en los individuos fuertes que merecen ser. Los padres aprenderán a reconocer que dentro de cada hijo hay una parte única y exclusiva que se puede proteger y reforzar según la personalidad específica y el temperamento del niño. Este libro es la culminación de años de investigación basada en miles de familias. El libro identifica las diez características más esenciales que los niños necesitan para prosperar en el mundo actual: · Dominio del carácter · Expresividad · Conocimiento de los amigos · Aceptación del propio cuerpo · Inteligencia de equipo · Respeto · Pasión · Atención/Concentración · Precaución · Gratitud

Having successfully helped parents to calm and connect with their baby in Secrets of the Baby Whisperer, Tracy Hogg now provides practical advice and handy tips for parents who''ve made it through the first year with baby and are now faced with a delightful, yet demanding toddler. In Top Tips from the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers Tracy''s unique advice has been distilled into a handbag-sized, easy-to-use guide that reveals how to ''handle'' your toddler, foster his growth and independence, and guide him towards important milestones. With essential advice on discipline, socialising and potty training, this book is a must for all parents of toddlers.

Alle mille domande che si pone una neomamma risponde nel libro Tracy Hogg che, per la sua eccezionale capacità di comunicare con i neonati, viene chiamata "la donna che sussurra ai bambini".

Com a visão de que toda a família deve ser considerada nas tomadas de decisões, de modo a contemplar as necessidades de todos, e não apenas dos filhos, as autoras oferecem valiosas estratégias para se construir uma família forte e integrada, que apoie a todos os seus membros, seja qual for a circunstância que tenham de enfrentar. Além disso, a obra traz quadros com questões que auxiliam o leitor a entender melhor a sua família por meio da autoavaliação, a identificar suas características, como ela funciona, quais são seus pontos fortes e fracos, e a descobrir o que se pode fazer para transformá-la num ponto de segurança e apoio para todos os seus membros. Editora Manole

Of het nu je eerste kind is of het zoveelste, je hoopt dat dit het meest voorbeeldige kind zal worden en je neemt je voor de meest voorbeeldige ouder te zijn. Helaas komt het zelden voor dat je baby zich gedraagt zoals je verwacht of gehoopt had. Iedere ouder krijgt, gevraagd en ongevraagd, veel adviezen. Pak de baby op als hij huilt. Pak de baby niet op als hij huilt. Kleed het kind warm aan. Kleed het kind niet te warm. Maar wat is het beste voor jóúw baby? Tracy Hogg ontwikkelde twee methodes, die even simpel als doeltreffend zijn. Daarmee kan je niet alleen het gedrag van je baby beter begrijpen, maar ook tijd voor jezelf houden. Daarbij geeft ze ook nog heel veel tips over slapen, in bad stoppen, borst- of flesvoeding geven en nog veel meer. De praktische adviezen uit Wat je baby vertelt helpen je niet alleen een gezonder en gelukkiger kind te krijgen, maar ook een rustiger en gelukkiger gezinsleven. Een uniek, praktisch en helder handboek voor iedere ouder.

本书作者集自己近30年的经验,详细解释了0~3岁宝宝的喂养、睡眠、情感、教育等各方面问题的有效解决方法。