Review: Parenting Advice we Should All Take to Heart
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 10, 2014
This is a wonderful parenting book. As a mother of three daughters it has always been important to me to create an environment that feels safe, loving, secure. Whether the book is talking about home life or the fun trips outdoors, it shows us exactly how to create this type of environment for our children where ever we are. My oldest daughter is 14 years old, so I have learned a lot since the day she was born. With that being said, I also have a 6 year old and a 2 year old. With this many years of raising kids, I understand that times and life has changed and continues to change constantly. What i liked about this book is that it really focuses on creating a strong relationship with your children. It doesn't focus on technology. I doesn't tell you to put it all away. It doesn't tell you all the mistakes that we may be making, as if you're sitting in a therapists office. Instead, it gives us tons of useful ideas that we can easily implement on a day to day basis that will help us build a stronger bond with our kids. The book talks about everything. From healthy snack ideas, to fun cheap daily outings, this book covers many subjects. My favorite part was when he mentioned showing affection. But he wasn't only talking about with our kids. I won't finish what he said in this tip, but it was a very important one that I 100% agree with. Actually I pretty much agree with the entire book. I haven't always practiced all this advice throughout my parenting career, but after reading this book it has given me plenty to think about. I really like the style of the authors writing. He is a father of 3 children too and through his writing style, he really helps you believe that he understands. He is in our shoes and he too, has made many mistakes. I like to read many parenting books so I have learned a lot. Even still,  this book left me with plenty of new ideas to try and things to think about. Great book that I highly recommend for all parents.