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The teenage years can be awkward - bodies change, and sweat, smells, and spots become part of life.

Growing Up has a supportive but straightforward approach that gives you the knowledge ahead of time. Why do boys' voices break? How do hormones work? From managing spots to mending a broken heart, this book has the answers and advice for parents and kids on discussing potentially embarrassing topics.

Inside this book, you’ll find:

-An overview of the main areas of growing up, including mental and physical health, social media, relationships, exams and money

-Clear, step-by-step explanations to support parents and children in tackling important issues such as puberty, gender, self-expression, digital life and so much more

-Simple and colourful graphics to make these subjects seem a little less scary

As well as the biological facts of puberty, this book is bursting with tips on how to navigate the emotional and social challenges of growing up - from relationships and confidence to cyberbullying and alcohol. It gives you the tools to understand and tackle challenging subjects, including discrimination, drugs, and difficult life events, and practical, straightforward guidance on mental health issues such as anxiety and low self-esteem.

Growing Up has also been updated so it contains content on contemporary topics such as post-pandemic mental health, eco-anxiety, online hate, and the impact of influencers.

Children take their lead from their friends: being ‘cool’ matters more than anything else. Shaping values, identity and codes of behaviour, peer groups are often far more influential than parents.But this situation is far from natural, and it can be dangerous – it undermines family cohesion, interferes with healthy development, and fosters a hostile and sexualized youth culture. Children end up becoming conformist, anxious and alienated.In Hold on to Your Kids, acclaimed physician and bestselling author Gabor Maté joins forces with Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist with a reputation for penetrating to the heart of complex parenting. Together they pinpoint the causes of this breakdown and offer practical advice on how to ‘reattach’ to sons and daughters, establish the hierarchy at home, make children feel safe and understood, and earn back your children's loyalty and love. This updated edition also addresses the unprecedented parenting challenges posed by the rise of digital devices and social media.By helping to reawaken our instincts, Maté and Neufeld empower parents to be what nature intended: a true source of contact, security and warmth for their children.

Are you keen to give your baby the very best start in life and make every moment that you have together count?

Based on The Baby Club, the ground-breaking CBeebies show, Play & Learn With Your Baby is packed with bite-sized activities that you can enjoy with your baby - explore everyday objects, have fun talking, singing, telling stories, then mellowing out.

Discover the psychology and child development theory that underpins every activity, and how you can apply those principles to everything you do with your baby - at nappy time, bath time, in the park, and on the bus.

Bringing discovery, songs and stories to your daily activities with your little one is simple, but transformative for your baby's developing language skills, motor skills, emotional development, and more.

Now everyone is invited to a baby club - anytime, anywhere.

Find out what your birthday says about you and what your friends' birthdays say about them in this utterly compelling gift book.

What makes me me? Who am I most compatible with? How will my future turn out? Shelley von Strunckel is expert at answering all these questions and more for her celebrity clients and in her newspaper columns.

Use your birthday to identify key personality traits and entertain friends and family by revealing theirs. Harnessing the power of astrology in an entertaining and informative way, you'll learn about the dates, numbers, colours, and even foods with which each person is most compatible.

With descriptions of every birth day of the year, The Birthday Book is written in an easy-to-understand style, beautifully illustrated, and packed with information. It is an at-a-glance reference guide to astrology, numerology and tarot that will entertain you, your friends and family for years to come.

Wean your baby confidently and safely, with guidance from bestselling baby and child nutrition author, Annabel Karmel.

Weaning guides you through every aspect of weaning your baby, with advice on when to start weaning, which foods to introduce first, how to prepare foods safely, and how to spoon-feed purées and solid foods. With up-to-date information on critical nutrients for your baby, advice on allergies and intolerances, and tips on combining foods to build up flavours and textures, you can be sure your baby is getting exactly what their growing body needs.

Over 60 enticing and versatile weaning recipes take you from six months to 12 months and beyond, along with nutritionally balanced menu planners. Every recipe can be adapted to cater for common allergies and intolerances, and many recipes suggest simple ingredient swaps to challenge and excite your baby's maturing palate. With real-world advice, encouragement and troubleshooting strategies from Annabel along the way, Weaning will lay the foundation for a lifetime of happy, healthy eating.

Answering the eternal question... WHAT TO WATCH NEXT?

Looking for a box set to get your adrenaline racing or to escape to a different era? In need of a good laugh to lift your spirits? Hunting for a TV show that the whole family can watch together?

If you're feeling indecisive about your next binge-watching session, we've done the hard work for you. Featuring 1,000 carefully curated reviews written by a panel of TV connoisseurs, What To Watch When offers up the best show suggestions for every mood and moment.

DK brings you an all-encompassing and illustrated guide to your pregnancy journey week by week!

Becoming pregnant is a beautiful moment in any person's life, but we understand that it can be daunting too.
Don't worry, DK has got you covered! World-renowned obstetrician, Professor Lesley Regan, introduces a one-stop pregnancy guide to explain exactly what is happening to you and your developing baby week by week and ensure you are fully-equipped from beginning to end of your joyful journey.

Inside the pages of this in-depth baby parenting book, you'll discover:

-Updated pregnancy advice and newborn baby care information to help you make the right decisions for you and your baby
-Every aspect of pregnancy, birth and the first six weeks of life with a newborn is described and illustrated, week by week
-Stunning illustrations show the baby forming from the moment of conception, and key developments for every trimester
-In-depth special features on subjects from antenatal and postnatal care options and pregnancy-related ailments to buying maternity wear and returning to work

This baby development book will be your pregnancy bible - every day! Packed with up-to-date research, advice from medical experts and detailed scans and images, this week-by-week pregnancy book is a must-have volume for first-time mums. It guides you through the physical and emotional changes you will experience to make you feel supported during this extraordinary and wonderful time.

This fully updated maternity book is arranged chronologically, which means all the information for mother and baby is presented at the most appropriate time. Find out how to keep healthy during your pregnancy and support your growing baby. Discover what to expect when you're expecting - from different types of childbirth to early signs of labour to meeting your baby for the first time. The expert advice and reassurance continue after birth as you adjust to the first six weeks of life with a newborn.

All the latest medical advice for mums-to-be is covered, including guidance on nutrition and exercise, so you'll understand how to keep you and your baby happy and healthy throughout your pregnancy.
The ideal gift for expectant mothers who are seeking a healthy and happy pregnancy every step of the way, and a must-have parenting book for those who seek a detailed account of labour, birth, and exploring all the options available during pregnancy care.

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So with Your Pregnancy Week by Week by your side, we assure you will feel safe and supported during this special time in your life, as you count down the days to your new arrival!