At teach yourself we know what it’s like to stand confused before a shelf of scary parenting guides. As parents ourselves we’ve tried – and failed – to bring up our children according to the gurus’ methods and we’re fed up of being made to feel like failures.

Whether you’re about to tackle potty training, weaning or if you’ve just found out you’re expecting, our teach yourself parenting books provide practical, realistic and flexible guides that allow you to bring up your family in a way that makes you happy.:

• Our guides offer options rather than a rigid formula that’s hard to stick to
• All our authors are leading figures within their specialist areas who understand the concerns and issues you have as a mum or dad
• Our main aim is to make your life as a parent and parent-to-be as rewarding and as stress-free as possible

So, if you’re wondering how to get vegetables into your reluctant toddler, what to do with your grandchildren on rainy days indoors, how to crack the night-time routine or how to relax before your little one arrives, let the teach yourself parenting team help and support you.

“My approach to sleep problems is designed for those loving parents who want their children to sleep well but cannot bear to leave them alone to cry. Conventional sleep training is often extremely harsh, and goes against the very nature of our instinct to love, cherish and nurture.” 
Andrea Grace, teach yourself baby sleep 

“Giving your baby a regular massage shows her she is loved and respected and helps to secure a lasting relationship between you both.  It is a gift for life!”
Anita Epple, teach yourself baby massage and yoga