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ANN DOUGLAS is the author of the bestselling The Mother of All series of parenting books and Parenting Through the Storm and is the national weekend parenting columnist for CBC Radio. A passionate and sought-after speaker, Ann leads parenting workshops and advises parents and educators all across Canada. She lives in Peterborough, Ontario.
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The Mother of All Baby Books
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The Mother of All Pregnancy Books
The perfect book to address all your pregnancy concerns.
Todaysparent.com
Comprehensive, informative, up-to-date, and brazenly neutral.... A must-have primer.
Toronto Star
Not preachy and bossy.... Its upfront and fun.
Toronto Sun
A book that lives up to its name.... Incredibly comprehensive yet easy to follow.
Chicago Tribune
The must-read pregnancy book! Ann Douglas has created the most comprehensive guide to pregnancy weve ever seen.
Denise and Alan Fields, authors, Baby Bargains
Non-bossy, fresh, and fun... with a uniquely Canadian spin.
The Hamilton Spectator
The Mother of All Baby Books
Ann Douglas, Canadas own Dr. Spock, gives us the manual Mother Nature forgot to include.
Flare Pregnancy
Ann Douglas is the kind of savvy and reassuring guide that youll want by your side as you embark on the monumental journey into motherhood.
Cecilia A. Cancellaro, author of Pregnancy Stories: Real Women Share the Joys, Fears, Thrills, and Anxieties of Pregnancy from Conception to Birth
The Unofficial Guide to Having a Baby
Probably the best reference book on the market, giving non-judgmental and fairly exhaustive information on [a variety of] hot-button topics.... The book lays out as much information as possible and leaves the decision-making to the parentsa surprisingly rare gambit in the bossy world of pregnancy books.
Amazon.com Parenting Editor
The childcare bible.
Chicago Tribune
Baby Science
With candid photos and a warm, conversational style, Baby Science describes the first extraordinary year of life.
Childrens Book of the Month Club
Parenting Through the Storm
This deeply personal account will move, support, and inspire parents who feel lost in dealing with challenging children.
Publishers Weekly
Ann Douglas writes with hard-won wisdom, honesty, and vulnerability.
Sasha Emmons, Editor-in-Chief, Todays Parent
This book is like a big supportive hug when parents need it most.
Heidi Bernhardt, President and Executive Director, Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada
With her new book Parenting Through the Storm, Douglas becomes an important voice in the national conversation on youth mental health.
Marc and Craig Kielburger, Postmedia News
A true gift to parents.
Claire Lerner, Senior Parenting Strategist, ZERO TO THREE
The Mother of All Toddler Books
Copyright 2002, 2018 by Ann Douglas
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Originally published by John Wiley & Sons Canada, Ltd in 2002
First published by Collins in an e-book edition: 2013
A revised and updated Collins trade paperback edition: 2018
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EPub Edition: May 2018 EPub ISBN: 978-1-44342-742-5
Print ISBN: 978-1-44342-797-5
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Medical Disclaimer:
Please note: This book is designed to provide you with general information about toddlers and toddler care so that you can be a better-informed health consumer. It does not contain medical advice. This book is not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive treatment of this subject; nor is it a substitute for advice from your physician, who knows you and your toddler best. Seek medical attention promptly for any medical condition or problem that your child may be experiencing. Do not take any medication without obtaining medical advice. All efforts were made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication as of the date of writing. The author and the publisher expressly disclaim any responsibility for any adverse effects arising from the use or application of the information contained herein. While the parties believe that the contents of this publication are accurate, a licensed medical practitioner should be consulted in the event that medical advice is desired. The information contained in this book does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement with respect to any company or product.
To Julie, Scott, Erik, and Ian, with love and gratitude
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