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21. Intuitive Parenting

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"Intuitive parenting" refers to a holistic method of "tapping into subtle energy systems to communicate through the heart," with the help of guided visualizations and entries in your HeartGlow journal. Even the author admits that "these concepts may seem to ethereal or 'out there' for you," but if you're struggling to find a way to connect with your child and make sense of your experience, any possibility may be worth considering. 3 Stars

22. Optimistic Parenting

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You've probably read plenty of books about techniques for getting your child to behave. Have you ever thought that maybe it's your own negativity that's making the behavior look bad? This book sets out to help you analyze your own thought process and bring you over to the bright side. 3 Stars

23. Show Me You Love Me

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There's something to be said for a book that does one small thing well. You won't get detailed parenting theories or multi-step interventions or advocacy strategies in this slim, greeting-card-sized volume, but if you're looking for ways to make your child feel special, entertained, creative, indulged, maybe a little bit embarrassed but definitely loved, this is your book right here. 3 Stars

24. Understanding Your Child's Puzzling Behavior

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Figuring out what a child's behavior means is one of the great challenges of parenting. Addressing one thing when another thing is causing the problem can be frustrating for both parents and kids, but how do you properly put the puzzle together to get an accurate picture and plan? Child psychologist Steven E. Curtis offers a small book-full of charts and steps to help you do just that, and while it won't take you all the way, it's a good start. 3 Stars

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