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Busy Toddler's Guide To Actual Parenting: From Their First "No" to Their First Day of School (and Everything In Between) Paperback – September 22, 2020

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You don't need to feel alone in parenting. You don't need to feel like you're failing. And you definitely don't need another parenting book filled with theoretical advice about theoretical children. You need actual parenting help from an actual parent. It's time to feel confident in your parenting.

Susie Allison, creator of the massive online community Busy Toddler, is a breath of fresh air. With her humor and engaging personality, she helps parents find their footing, shift their perspective on childhood, and laugh at the twists and turns of parenting we all face. (Yes, it's ok that your child licked a shopping cart - they pretty much all do that.)

In Busy Toddler's Guide to Actual Parenting, Susie gives the achievable advice she's known for around the world, from daily life and #beingtwoisfine to tantrums and tattling and teaching the ABCs. The book also includes 50+ of her famous activities that have helped thousands of parents make it to nap time-FYI, the popsicle bath is a game-changer.

Susie shares real moments raising her three kids as well as her professional knowledge from eight years as a kindergarten and 1st grade teacher. Her simple and doable approach to parenting will leave you feeling so much better!

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SUSIE ALLISON is an actual Mom with three actual kids living a small, happy life outside of Seattle with her husband. She's also the creator of Busy Toddler, a massive online community, which has led to her being featured on Good Morning America, PEOPLE Magazine, Good Housekeeping, and Women's Day, among others. Susie has a degree in Elementary Education, eight years of teaching experience, and a passion for appropriate early childhood learning. Susie's advice has inspired hundreds of thousands of parents through her real and down-to-earth approach to actual parenting. Busy Toddler's Guide to Actual Parenting is her first book.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Innovation Press (September 22, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 194314785X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943147854
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.8 x 0.7 x 9 inches
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SUSIE ALLISON is an actual Mom with three actual kids living a small, happy life outside of Seattle with her husband. She's also the creator of Busy Toddler, a massive online community, which has led to her being featured on Good Morning America, PEOPLE Magazine, Good Housekeeping, and Women's Day, among others. Susie has a degree in Elementary Education, eight years of teaching experience, and a passion for appropriate early childhood learning. Susie's advice has inspired hundreds of thousands of parents through her real and down-to-earth approach to actual parenting. Busy Toddler's Guide to Actual Parenting is her first book.

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I really dislike self help books - but I really love this one!I have followed her Busy Toddler Instagram so when she released the book, it was definitely an impulse buy — I never preorder, let alone a self help book with no reviews.Fast forward, I get the book and am still skeptical - did I really just buy an activity book where I could just look up this stuff online?Well I gave it a chance and actually read it fairly quickly! I loved the chapters on toddler tantrums, sibling bonding/friendships and of course the activities themselves.The only thing I wish it had was little tabs to easily go back and reference the different sections. I’m going to have to buy little flags so I can go back and reference areas I liked.I’ve already tried a few tactics on toddler tantrums, and it just makes sense and works so well. I love that it’s simple, practical advice written from a humble mom perspective (and not a know-it-all teacher/etc.... because c’mon we are all just trying to figure this out and there’s no one right way!).Buy the book... especially if you hate self help / parenting books. This one is good, give it a chance!
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Kelly Catania
5.0 out of 5 stars The Only Parenting Book You Need!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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This book is incredible. It’s relatable with manageable, realistic, and effective parenting strategies. I keep it out at all times so I can quickly flip to the page I need when I need it. It’s undoubtedly the most user-friendly parenting book I own. My son loves flipping through the activity pages and telling me what he wants to do. If you think, “Oh, I already follow her on Instagram, so I don’t need the book too,” think again! This is THE parenting book you’ll come back to over and over again.
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William Scogin
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic parenting book for ages 1+
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022
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Wow. I received this book in the mail this afternoon and am already 160 pages in within an hour. It’s a quick read with super practical tips and activity pages for things to help littles with. Her strategies for tantrums are similar to “no drama discipline” but was basically able to sum up the whole book in a few pages. Very helpful, I can’t wait to try some of the activities with my “taby.” I would recommend this book for every parent; it will come in handy especially after they turn one!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic parenting book for ages 1+
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022
Wow. I received this book in the mail this afternoon and am already 160 pages in within an hour. It’s a quick read with super practical tips and activity pages for things to help littles with. Her strategies for tantrums are similar to “no drama discipline” but was basically able to sum up the whole book in a few pages. Very helpful, I can’t wait to try some of the activities with my “taby.” I would recommend this book for every parent; it will come in handy especially after they turn one!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just what this mama needed!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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I found Busy Toddler when my twins were 15 months old. I was a totally overwhelmed former teacher turned stay at home mom. This book became my lifeline. Susies perfectly articulated reflections on early parenthood were the encouraging lifeline I needed- it’s all a phase became my mantra. Her activities for “tabies” filled our hours at home together with joy, growth, laughter, and exploration. This book has helped me reframe my goals for parenting and I cannot recommend it enough!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars I have Busy Toddler Big Kids
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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I bought this book when my kids were 4 months old and read it immediately. I added all the sensory bin things to my twins wishlist and I was ready when they were. The book was well written, easy to implement and walks through through how you set boundaries of sensory bins. As compelling as the book is, I have to acknowledge the amazing cover page photography.
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I bought this book when my kids were 4 months old and read it immediately. I added all the sensory bin things to my twins wishlist and I was ready when they were. The book was well written, easy to implement and walks through through how you set boundaries of sensory bins. As compelling as the book is, I have to acknowledge the amazing cover page photography.
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Margaret S
5.0 out of 5 stars Just What I Needed
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2022
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I started to cry reading this on the train. I was very tired and stressed as a first time mom and this was written in easy to read and practical bits that helped me implement strategies and activities right away. And it reminded me it was ok to ask for help and look to other moms and friends for support. You can tell this book is written with love and generosity
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Daneill Cochran
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly relatable with simple, effective, and much needed advice for ANY age!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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 First, Busy Toddler's writing comes through as a super relatable mom-friend with no judgement, been-there before experiences, and a funny and genuine sense of humor. Honestly, it felt like I was reading an email from my friend rather than a parenting book! The chapters are short and purposeful, with awesome key "take-away" boxes for when you don't have time to read a full chapter (though it takes probably less than 5 minutes to read a chapter). There are full color pictures, easy bullet points and reusable material lists (most of which are either household items you already have or super cheap from her links!!) and easy-to-implement activities which the kids pick up super easily. My favorite part, aside from all of the above, is that the book starts with babies and moves progressively through to kindergarten prep. With my older kids, I was able to breeze through some of the baby chapters and go right to the activities they were ready for. Even still, advice geared towards the age of two was incredibly helpful for my big kid.

The book says "stress-free parenting advice" and that's no joke - I finished the book feeling like whatever storms come my way, it's temporary and everyone will be just fine. I was able to relieve a bit of anxiety over my parenting style because it felt like someone else "got" me.

Overall, if I could give it 6 stars, I would. I'll be gifting it to all my friends who have young kiddos or lil beans on the way, as this is what I needed when I was first starting out. Do yourself a favor and buy the book - you won't regret it!
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Ben Shackelford
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Incredible!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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Susie is a parenting genius. Her book is practical, real, and honest in a way most parenting books aren’t. She’s not a scientist in a lab. She’s a mom in a home with actual children! This book walks you through the ups and downs of parenthood and gives positive encouragement and practical tips for both surviving and thriving in every moment. 10/10 would highly recommend!
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H.Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
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I have been following BusyToddler/Susie on instagram for a while and she is my go to for fun ideas for my 2 and 4 year old. I was excited to find out she was writing a book. It has practical advice and a lot of activity ideas for all ages. I've never read any other parenting books because I find that they can feel preachy. That if you're not doing it their way then you are doing it wrong and you're kid is going to be messed up forever. This is not the case with this book. I think that this would make a great baby shower gift for a new parent because in todays internet society we need all the encouragement we can get and less of the mommy shaming! My only wish is that it had come out 4 years ago!
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Kris
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a must!
Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2022
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I got this book for myself for Christmas. I opened it and started reading and could not put it down.
Susie is a breath of fresh air in the parenting world. She is an intentional parent who has made mistakes and she shares about her learning with real-life and relatable examples. She even explains why your toddler is tantruming and how to help them through it. Susie is genuine in her approach and is quick to reassure new parents who are struggling.

The book also has sections dedicated to easy, low-prep activities so you can hit the ground running.

I would recommend this book for anyone going through the stage of parenting young children to anyone who likes to be prepared in advanced to even daycare or childcare workers to understand developmental levels. There are things I implemented within minutes of reading with my 2 year old and things that I am excited to work through with my 10 month old.

10/10 book.
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Elinorac
5.0 out of 5 stars I credit Busy Toddler with how good my daughter is
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 23, 2022
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My son (a toddler 10 years ago) was easy. We didn’t know this until we had our daughter! She is wonderful- and (as a toddler was) independent and fiery and impatient and all the things toddlers can be. She’s now 5 and we have so many easy tricks up our sleeve thanks to Busy Toddler and this book. Waiting hands has saved me in many a car park. Thank you, Susie. I recommend this book to anyone I know with a little one.
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Clarissa
5.0 out of 5 stars Actually the best read
Reviewed in Australia on February 16, 2022
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I LOVE this book so much practical advice. Couldn't have got a better book to read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2023
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Simple and practical, easy to apply parenting strategies and activities. I think I can actually succeed at implementing most of these.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best parenting book ever!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2022
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I am about halfway through this book - it is excellent. Funny, kind, lots of pictures, and lots of simple/practical activity ideas that don't require 4 hours of crafting to prepare. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY - my 18-month-old just spent 30 minutes "reading" this book in silence. If that isn't money well spent, I don't know what is.
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