Secrets of the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers - Softcover

Tracy Hogg; Melinda Blau

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0345440927 ISBN 13: 9780345440921

Publisher: Ballantine Books, 2003

Synopsis

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 and uncanny intuition. 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, while at the same time keeping him safe.
- 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 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.

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.

About this title

Review:

"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)

From the Publisher:

Nanny-to-the-stars and bestselling author, Tracy Hogg's unique programme for raising happy and cooperative toddlers

About this edition

• Publisher: Ballantine Books
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0345440927
• ISBN 13: 9780345440921
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 352