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Playful Parenting
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Absolutely worth it!
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5 out of 5 stars
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knowledge is power
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ScreamFree Parenting, 10th Anniversary Revised Edition
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- Unabridged
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Parenting is not about kids; it's about parents. If you're not in control, then you cannot be in charge. What every kid really needs are parents who are able to keep their cool no matter what. Easier said than done? Not anymore, thanks to ScreamFree Parenting, the principle-based approach that's inspiring parents everywhere to truly revolutionize their family dynamics.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Wow!
- By Amazon Customer on 09-30-07
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Some of the best parenting advice Hillary Frank ever received did not come from parenting experts, but from friends and podcast listeners who acted on a whim, often in moments of desperation. These "weird parenting wins" were born of moments when the expert advice wasn't working, and instead of freaking out, these parents had a stroke of genius. For example, there's the dad who pig-snorted in his baby's ear to get her to stop crying, and the mom who made a "flat daddy" out of cardboard and sat it at the dinner table when her kids were missing their deployed military father.
Publisher's Summary
Playful Parenting means joining children in their world of play, focusing on connection and confidence, giggling and roughhousing, and following your child's lead. This audiobook is an exciting approach to raising children that will help you nurture close relationships and solve behavior problems.
Think about the loving gaze of an infant, the no-hold-barred embrace of a toddler, the intimacy of a shared bedtime story, or a silent hand-in-hand walk. These moments of heartfelt connection with our children are part of the great payoff for the hard work of parenting. Yet this connection all too often eludes us. We find ourselves locked in battle instead of joined in partnership. Play can be the long-sought bridge back to that deep emotional bond between parent and child.
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- Leah Kustiner
- 11-17-16
enhanced my parenting style
loved listening to this while making my kids lunches and cleaning the kitchen late at night. This is truly respectable author and narrator. As an orthodox Jew with lots of little ones, this book has given me the ability and tools to be a fun mommy more often, even when I'm too busy and on task. This has been a true gift from G-d and I'm so grateful.
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- K. M. Nuttall
- San Diego
- 06-14-15
Must read parenting book
This book was easy to listen to and packed full of specific ideas of how to use play to connect with your children, from babies to teenagers. I loved his section with rules of wrestling and his advice to "follow the giggles" and schedule one on one play time with each child where they get to pick the activity and have your complete focus.
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- Helpful Reviewer
- Meridian, ID, United States
- 10-20-11
How to say "play with your kids" for 100 pages
I loved the idea of this book, but the author spent most of the time saying that it was important to play with your kids without really elaborating on how to structure one's life to play more with the kids, how to find hobbies in common with your kids, how to find family activities that everyone enjoys, etc.
The book was just 100 different ways of saying how important it is to play with kids. I wanted a "how to" not a "how important." HOWEVER, there were one or two things that I found useful.
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
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- Phyllis
- Brookline, MA, USA
- 05-27-10
Best Parenting Book Ever
This is the best parenting resource around. You can look at the rave reviews for the paperback on amazon. It's finally out in audio, read by the author. Great stuff.
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- Marji
- Hudson Valley, NY
- 11-23-17
Get this book.
If you're a parent struggling with behavioral issues (yours or your child's), this book will help you make sense of those issues and move forward by flowing with your children's energy...understanding and meeting their unmet needs, creating and restoring connection, solving problems, and infusing joy into your life with your kids. I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Just get it.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-23-16
"The book" for my parenting needs & more :)
i absolutely loved this book, starting with title, the approach and the interesting anecdotes. this book has made a significant difference to my parenting style in last 6 months or so. I am happy that I chose to read it and make an effort to use the advise as much as I could..I think I now understand a thing or two about parenting myself which is very empowering. earlier I was turning to people around me and was getting conflicting opinions on how to deal with parenting issues..my heartfelt gratitude to Dr Cohen for writing tks wonderful book. this book should be on every parents shelf...
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- Hi
- 02-23-16
A have to read for Every parent, grandparent !!!
It was sooo good that I am going to read it AGAIN.! if you want to connect with your kids READ IT!
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- E. C. McKibbin
- south africa
- 12-21-15
book of the year
Would you listen to Playful Parenting again? Why?
yes i am listening to it for a second time as there is much to take in
What was one of the most memorable moments of Playful Parenting?
the message to parents to lighten up and enjoy their children
Have you listened to any of Lawrence J. Cohen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
no
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
How he really gets kids
Any additional comments?
everyone should read it
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- TS
- 07-01-15
Excellent!
Great listen for parents trying to navigate the challenges of positive, playful parenting without resolving to negative or physical punishments; rather, connecting with your children and filling their cup.
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- novamom
- 05-17-15
Inspiring book, great narration, best advice yet
Should be titled, "Solve all your problems with your kids through play and have the family you've always wanted". Amazing.
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- H
- 11-10-11
Helpful book
I love all the ideas for games to play with kids - useful for kids aged 2 to 12! Not sure I agree with his philosophy 100%, but there's definitely lots of useful content.
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- JB
- 03-23-17
Genius ideas for connecting with children
Full of practical ideas of how to connect and play through those areas of parenting that would otherwise be full of frustration and exasperation. My children are very competitive with each other and Larry's suggestion of playing with the themes of winning and losing worked like magic. Also, playing with breaking ludicrous rules and using imaginary banned words have made life a lot more fun! I also welcome the alternatives to time out as I don't agree with isolating children. When we feel good we behave well, as adults and children. This book really helps achieve that.
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- Russell
- 03-08-17
Important book
Loved this book,especially read by the author. I've read the book too and the bits missed out don't really result in any lost content or learning. I think this could be one of the most important books I've read
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- Mr Clarke
- 12-19-17
Great only book needed for happy home
really good advice that resonates as the right way to approach parenting, i wish my parents had read this one back in the day.
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- Little Miss Daisy
- 01-19-17
Playful parenting
Lawrence your time has been spent well, a true gentleman. A great book!!
The book was emotional, fun and in some areas hard to swollow.
Its has helped me see the parenting road ahead clearer and much less foggy
Thank you G
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- miss
- 10-12-16
great book
lots of practical advice on how to deal with everyday issues. the narration is very good as well. great tone of voice that keeps you engaged through out
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- Wild Bunny Arts
- 04-29-16
Common sense
I listen to this book after having a new friend (of my sons) come into our lives and struggling with his behavioral issues whilst not wanting to end the friendship. While I am still struggling with this relationship, the book has given me loads of suggestions about how to reconnect with my own son after a traumatic past year and "early teen" behaviour from him (in my eyes), or - as the book will tell it - cries for connection from him. I'm going to listen again in case I missed anything but I'd recommend this as a priority read for all parents, grandparents, uncles, aunties and anyone who comes into contact with children.
It is common sense but we can all benefit from a reminder about how it feels to be a young person and tips about how to make them, and us, feel great.
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- cm
- 04-17-16
Brilliant
Fantastic book with great advice that works when put into practice. Will listen to it again to be sure even more of it sinks in.
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- amphy
- 02-21-19
Great techniques some of which had immediate effect
The book started a little bit dry but some of the techniques in this book such as creating your own silly limits as part of a game that my toddler can push or playfully pretend that I’m struggling to open the door or fall over so my toddler feels less powerless and frustrated worked immediately! I feel it gave me a really good practical toolset for mindful parenting.
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- Gopal Peddinti
- 12-28-18
Changed my parenting style!
This book is one of the most practical parenting books I have listened to. It definitely has changed my perspective on parenting and has been very helpful so far.
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- Brooke Batchelor
- 09-24-15
A MUST READ FOR ALL PARENTS!
What made the experience of listening to Playful Parenting the most enjoyable?
The anecdotal stories and the parent-to-parent advice provided a lot of food for thought and made A LOT of sense. It was entertaining, insightful and enlightening. I was always ready to start playing and connecting with my kids after listening to these words of wisdom.
What did you like best about this story?
I liked that the author also recognised that he didn't always get parenting 'right' and that he made some less than desirable decisions in his parenting journey too. It was refreshing to hear from another parent who could see their errors, change their approach and have some grace for all of us who struggle at times.
What about Lawrence J. Cohen’s performance did you like?
Lawrence J. Cohen's performance was great. He was easy to listen to.
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Build strong, connected families with Playful Parenting.
Any additional comments?
This book is a must for all parents. It handles all aspects of parenting including discipline, setting limits, understanding your child, finding compassion and understanding and building your child's self esteem with well-researched evidence to back it all up.
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- Mehran
- 08-12-18
beautiful
i really enjoyed this beautiful book, i like to listen to his other books if he has any other!
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- bonnie
- 09-09-17
Not recommended
The book basically keeps repeating the same thing again and again. All it says is: how important it is to be playful when it comes to parenting. I am very disappointed it doesn't tell you anything about HOW to be playful.
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- Nadja
- 07-28-16
A real go-to parenting book
although I'm just starting out in my role as parent, this book has given me some very good ideas to implement and really changed my outlook on parenting. because it can be so much fun! the boik is full of Do's, not don't s. a great guide
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- Graham
- 07-28-16
Child play is meaningful
I had never realized that child play contained so much about how their world was or wasn't working. Recommend this to parents and those fostering. It has lowered our stress levels. Graham
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- angie
- 05-08-16
Fantastic!
Full of amazing ideas and inspiration. A goldmine. Very enjoyable to listen to. I'd like to buy the hardcopy version now to flick through at different times when needed! !
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- Lidia
- 03-08-16
A great parenting book
I loved this book - some very interesting insights on how we can use play to establish a deeper connection with our children. Great tips for parents but I would also recommend this book to educators and anyone working with kids.