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Playful Parenting

By: Lawrence J. Cohen Ph.D.
Narrated by: Lawrence J. Cohen Ph.D.
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Playful Parenting means joining children in their world of play, focusing on connection and confidence, giggling and roughhousing, and following your child's lead. This audiobook is an exciting approach to raising children that will help you nurture close relationships and solve behavior problems.

Think about the loving gaze of an infant, the no-hold-barred embrace of a toddler, the intimacy of a shared bedtime story, or a silent hand-in-hand walk. These moments of heartfelt connection with our children are part of the great payoff for the hard work of parenting. Yet this connection all too often eludes us. We find ourselves locked in battle instead of joined in partnership. Play can be the long-sought bridge back to that deep emotional bond between parent and child.

©2010 Lawrence J. Cohen (P)2010 Wyatt-MacKenzie Child Psychology Developmental Psychology Parenting & Families Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships School-Age Children Thought-Provoking
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“A welcome reminder that the serious business of parenthood also can be fun.” ( Seattle Post-Intelligencer)
“Using examples from his practice, research and personal experience, [Cohen] intelligently guides parents through the possibilities awaiting them if they are willing and able to loosen up. The book explores play with compassion, but is often so funny that parents will find themselves chortling out loud with recognition and anticipation.” ( Publishers Weekly)
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Lawrence your time has been spent well, a true gentleman. A great book!!
The book was emotional, fun and in some areas hard to swollow.
Its has helped me see the parenting road ahead clearer and much less foggy
Thank you G

Playful parenting

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Easier than this you can't have. I ve attended lots of parenting workshops, classes, read lots of books, this is easy to apply and there is no way to not fit for any kid. With other methods I had to see what's best for my kid and if applyes to him. But these methods hits a very wide range of kids, I would dare to say all

One of the best parenting books and I read some

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I have been implementing the author's suggestions, and I am seeing most power struggles melt away, like ice under the warm sun.
Although I have been actively educating myself, on every aspect of positive and compassionate parenting I can get my hands on, it seems there is always room for improvement.
Fun and games definitely don't come naturally to me... it takes strong intension and practice. And... it's starting to feel amazing!!!
I loved this book, it has really helped me and I recommend it!

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my favourite book on how to make parenting more enjoyable

if you didn't have parents who played with you
if you find it difficult to think of spontaneous games
if you want a way to interpret a child's behaviour and fill their cup with love... this book will get you onto a very good start.

it's all about enjoying the journey

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This inspiring and easy-to-read book completely shifted how I see parenting. While I’ve always believed in the power of play, Cohen’s approach opened my mind to new opportunities and showed me how to use play in deeper, more intentional ways. It made me realize how play can strengthen my connection with my children, build their confidence, and even tackle challenges like tantrums and sibling rivalry. His advice is practical and positive, encouraging me to step into my child’s world in ways I hadn’t thought of before. Some ideas felt a bit awkward at first, but overall, this book inspired me to take play a step further and rethink how I parent. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fresh perspective.

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