New Toddler Taming. A Parent’s Guide to the First Four Years.

Author – Dr Christopher Green

Age Range – 0-4

Toddler Taming is a book that offers easy to understand practical advice for parents with children aged between one and four. It provides advice on general parenting and on specific issues such as toilet training, sleep problems, feeding, ADHD, family tensions, dealing with tantrums, difficult habits and discipline.

The book is written by Dr Christopher Green based on his 20 years of experience as a paediatrician working with parents who have babies, toddlers and young children. The style and format of the book make it easy to dip in and out of. It is well organised in short chapters and the normalising, non-judgemental and humorous style makes it an easy read.

In the section on discipline, the author engages in the discussion about the pros and cons of smacking. Although it is clear that he doesn’t condone it, the debate may cause confusion for some parents, though for others it may be useful.

Parents of toddlers who are experiencing specific behavioural difficulties or just want some ideas about parenting techniques may find this accessible book of help.