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‘Childcare advice worth lapping up.’ Vanessa Feltz, Daily Express
‘When you find a guru willing to change his mind when evidence and humanity prompt, you rejoice. For me, Steve Biddulph — one of the most popular ones in the world, with four million books sold — is the man.’ Libby Purves, The Times
‘One of the world's most popular parenting gurus.’
The Sunday Times
‘A mix of Billy Connelly and Dr Spock … Steve Biddulph is a publishing phenomenon.’ The Times
‘Steve’s advice is easy to follow – and more importantly, it works.’ BBC Family Life Magazine
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Steve Biddulph, the favourite number one name in parenting psychology – and bestselling author of Raising Boys – examines how different childcare options are likely to affect you and your child in this rivetting and highly topical book
This topical book tackles a key issue all new parents face. Steve Biddulph looks at childcare choices and the dilemmas that so often arise:
- ‘I want to stay at home with my child but don’t know how I can’
- ‘I don’t know what is better: nursery, creche or childminder’
- ‘if other people look after my child will it affect its development and happiness?’
It examines the two-income ‘slaves to work’ culture in the UK and how in the past ten years, the number of babies and toddlers under three who are spending all day (8am to 6pm) in nurseries has quadrupled. Biddulph urges caution and warns that the hurried and disconnected way that families now live their lives could be damaging to a whole new generation’s mental stability and development.
The book is an eye-opener in terms of child development and provides useful case studies from parents who are stay-at-home and those using all-day or part-time childcare – groups sociologists have named ‘slammers’ and ‘sliders’ respectively.
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I saw Steve Biddulph speak on a book tour some years ago and I was blown away. Back then I was a cub reporter who was a bit miffed to be asked to review a book on parenting (Raising Boys) when I didn't have kids myself.
But I was mesmerised by Steve and his ideas - he really is a lovely guy who thinks rasing kids is an important and deeply fulfilling job.
I ordered Raising Babies as soon as I knew it was coming out - co-incidentally a few weeks after having my first baby. I read it in one sitting and I told my husband then and there I wasn't going back to work.
Steve encourages us to make a shift in attitude from working all hours to acquire more stuff to enjoying the pleasures of our family.
I'd always hoped to spend the first few years at home and even though we can't really afford it - my husband earns well below the national average - it is a sacrifice I am willing to make.
But its not really a sacrifice because staying home is a an absolute privilege. Any day at home with my son beats a day at work - and I had an interesting job as as journalist and PR consultant.
To hell with all the "stuff" you think you need - stay home, enjoy these precious early years. The cars, cruises and couture can wait!
But I was mesmerised by Steve and his ideas - he really is a lovely guy who thinks rasing kids is an important and deeply fulfilling job.
I ordered Raising Babies as soon as I knew it was coming out - co-incidentally a few weeks after having my first baby. I read it in one sitting and I told my husband then and there I wasn't going back to work.
Steve encourages us to make a shift in attitude from working all hours to acquire more stuff to enjoying the pleasures of our family.
I'd always hoped to spend the first few years at home and even though we can't really afford it - my husband earns well below the national average - it is a sacrifice I am willing to make.
But its not really a sacrifice because staying home is a an absolute privilege. Any day at home with my son beats a day at work - and I had an interesting job as as journalist and PR consultant.
To hell with all the "stuff" you think you need - stay home, enjoy these precious early years. The cars, cruises and couture can wait!
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have followed this debate for the last 10 years and as a mother of 4, am always interested in the latest. I have worked and put my child in a nursery and stayed at home, tha latter of which I feel most comfortable with but feel is devalued by society.
People that say the author (and anyone that shares a simelar line of thought) simply wants mothers to return to the kitchen are misinformed and failing to see the point. This book never suggests such a thing. I doubt such people have actually read the book. It is not so much about women working, but about the types of care for the child. In this case, concerns of research, child development, options, and the concerns backed up with research.
The book is very easy to read and outlines cleary the concerns with group nursery care, the research and what can be done. I highly recommnend it to anyone considering the dilema or to stay home parents who need to be reassured that their sacrifice will pay off despite what we often feel.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Like the other reviewer I have never before been more compelled to post a comment on a book. If you are deciding whether or not to buy this book-BUY IT! It is a definite must read for any parent and actually for all politicians-these are big issues. I was always uncomfortable with the idea of babies or small children (or any children) in care for long hours away from someone who loves them but Steve Biddulph confirms and articulates all my innate feelings. As a recent first-time Mum this book helped me in my decision to put a career change on hold. The early years are so vital and you don't get them back. Enjoy the read!
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Raising Babies: Why Your Love is Best
many good thoughts about raising your child. provocing statistics and challenging conclusions!
I can highly recommend this book if you want to find out how babies react... Read more
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Published 1 month ago by serner
A refreshing read.
As a new mum, it is refreshing to read a book that backs up everything I believe and have someone say that it is positive to bring up your own children. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Fi 78
Common sense.
This book just says what we all know deep down.
A child needs to be with its Mum or Dad for the first 3 yrs of its life to develop correctly. Read more
A child needs to be with its Mum or Dad for the first 3 yrs of its life to develop correctly. Read more
Published on 28 April 2010 by Ruth
great, thought provoking book on parenting
I have read a number of parenting books since having my first child. I like the style of this author as he writes in a very accessible way. Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2008 by Mel :-)
At Last
At last, some proper evidence backing up what my heart always told me. I put my son into nursery for 6 months when he was 9 months old and hated every day leaving him. Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2008 by HF
One of the finest guides out there ...
Accessibly written and full of heart, this is a beautiful, intelligent, and important book for all parents. I recommend it to all my friends.
Published on 9 Sep 2008 by Compulsive Reader
A must read
I have never before felt so strongly about a book as to post a review. This book is a triumph and a must read for all new parents. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2006 by Laura Chambers
Steve Biddulph is a Modern Hero
Steve Biddulph is a modern hero as he champions children's well-being and parenting skills. We don't have to agree with everything that Steve says to benefit from his... Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2006 by Robert Staunton
Women know your place!!!
Biddulph's basic thesis is that children are best off at home with their mothers. As a working mother about to give up work to look after my second child I was drawn into his... Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2006
best of all the parenting books that I have read so far
I'm suprised that I'm the first reviewer. I'm not sure how long this book has been out. I expect this to be a very popular book. I read a lot of parenting books. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2006 by Mr. Peter Ronald Ham
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