Infants & Toddlers

This book introduces three essential pillars for interpreting children’s actions, deepening communication, and fostering cooperation. Rooted in developmental insight, it challenges common approaches like punishment, bribes, and threats—offering instead a respectful framework built on boundaries, expectations, and natural consequences.

Pregnancy, childbirth, and your baby’s first months are some of the most cherished parts of parenthood―but they can also be nerve-racking, especially for new parents. Carole Kramer Arsenault has spent the last two decades helping parents, both as a longtime pediatric nurse and as the founder of the most highly regarded baby-care service in New England. From the first trimester to the “fourth” (baby’s crucial first three months), Arsenault and her team of nurses and doulas have seen it all.

I have found that the best birth plan is to let life happen. Listen and learn as much information as possible, and be ready for anything that might come up. I hope to give you, the parents, and your family a little insight into the workings of the NICU and your role in your baby's early life. Learn how to give your breast milk, touch, and ralk to your baby—how, why, and when.

From countless diaper changes to those unforgettable late-night cuddles, parenthood is challenging yet incredibly rewarding. But in the back of your mind, you can't help but feel a mix of excitement and anticipation. After all, caring for a tiny human is a big adventure.

Becoming a First-Time Father Can Feel Overwhelming... But It Doesn't Have to Be! Do you wonder what your role as a father will be like? Do you feel that you're not "prepared enough" to become the best dad you can be? It's completely normal to feel this way. Many first-time fathers share these same concerns —and the good news is, you don't have to face them alone. What if you could begin this journey with assurance, knowing you have the tools to be a great dad and thrive in fatherhood from day one? You don't have to stumble through fatherhood on your own.