10 No-Nonsense Rules to Stay Sane and Raise Happy Kids

The Politically Incorrect Parenting Book

10 simple rules to stay sane and raise well-behaved, happy kids.

This book has so much common sense – I love it!

Dr Christopher Green, author of Toddler Taming

I loved this. Down-to-earth and laugh-out-loud funny, it’s based around 10 no-nonsense rules

Heart-warming, funny and jam-packed with common sense

Respected clinical psychologist, bestselling author and father of two boys of his own, Nigel Latta specialises in working with children with behavioural problems, from simple to severe, and is New Zealand's no.1 bestselling parenting author. In addition to having worked with thousands of families over the past 17 years, Nigel also consults with a range of private and public organisations, including social services agencies, prisons and Child Youth and Family Services. 
Nigel lives in New Zealand with his family. For more information visit http://goldfishwisdom.org/.

Do your kids sometimes make you feel as if your head is going to explode? 
Have you ever yelled until you were hoarse? 
Do you have days when you feel like making a run for the airport? 
Why is it so hard to be the parent you'd like to be? 
 
Nigel Latta, bestselling parenting author, clinical psychologist and father of two, knows full well the challenges of being a parent. Loved for his clear and refreshingly down-to-earth parenting advice, Nigel takes the guilt out of being a parent with his 10 simple rules. 
 
Tackling all the common areas that frequently become family battlegrounds, including sleep, eating, potty training and discipline, Nigel will help you through the first 10 years with your kids - and make sure that you actually really enjoy each other's company! 
 
Nigel's 10 rules include, 'Kids Need Fences', 'Be Consistent-ish', 'Embrace Chaos', 'Feed the Good, Starve the Bad' and 'All Behaviour is Communication'. Written with humour, insight and wisdom, this essential guide is the perfect companion for any overstretched parent who wishes their family life were easier and more enjoyable.

Nigel Latta

Charlie Taylor, author of 'Divas & Dictators'

No-nonsense rules to stay sane and raise happy boys

Is your son driving you crazy? 
Are you constantly accused of nagging? 
Ever wondered why boys make so much mess? 
 
This new book by bestselling author and clinical psychologist Nigel Latta is the essential guide for stressed-out mums with sons. 
 
With refreshingly down-to-earth advice and new parenting ideas, this book shows how to bring up boys of all ages, from tantrum-prone toddlers to troublesome teens. Tackling common concerns such as behaviour, communication and learning, you’ll learn simple methods for raising happy, healthy and confident sons.

Nigel Latta

Praise for Mothers Raising Sons

A must-read for all mums with sons

Books by Nigel Latta

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