Books
Be careful-books can be weaponized! That happens when you read a book and use the information to make your life harder. Do not do that! Instead, gather the information that works for you and your child and try it out. If it does not work, let it go! Below are some suggestions. I will update this list often so check back.
Yes Brain—Dan Siegel A quick and easy read to look at behavior in a different way. Get it here.
Whole Brain Child—Dan Siegel This book came out before "Yes Brain" it is even quicker and easier and helps you understand a child's behavior from a brain-based approach. Practical strategies and visuals! Get it here.
Buddhism for Mothers—Sarah Naptali This was my bible when my kids were little. It focuses on mindfulness as a parent. Get it here.
Simplicity Parenting—Kim John Payne & Lisa M. Ross Don't let the details in this one stress you out. It is a good read about how to keep it simple. Get it here.
Raising a Human Being—Ross Greene I love his Collaborative Problem Solving Approach. If you have me for a workshop I would be glad to discuss how I use it as a therapist and as a parent. Get it here.
Art of Roughhousing—Anthony T. DeBenedet and Lawerence J. Cohen Really great book on why playing rough is great. I like to give this to parents who are worried about their child's aggression during play. Also great for parents who already roughhouse with their kids so they can understand why it is important for brain development. Get it here.
The Sensory Sensitive Child-Practical Solutions for Out of Bounds Behavior— Karen A. Smith & Karen R. Gouze There are so many books out on the topic of sensory differences in children. This is in my top two. Get it here.
Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook —Nancy Peske & Lindsey Biel There are so many books out on the topic of sensory differences in children. This is the other of my top two. Get it here.