Prologue: by the children Positive discipline principles for your family Welcoming baby Getting to know your young child The miraculous brain : helping your child learn Temperament : what makes your child unique? Trust versus mistrust : "can I count on you?" Autonomy versus doubt and shame Understanding age-appropriate behavior and how to manage it Understanding the learning process for nurturing self-reliance and confidence The development of emotional skills and language You can't make 'em do it : sleeping Your toddler and eating "open wide ... please?" Toileting : "it's my job, not yours" Building healthy self-esteem through encouragement The world "out there" : dealing with the influence of technology and culture Who's watching the kids? choosing (and living with) childcare Growing as a family : finding support, resources, and sanity
