Supernanny. How to Get the Best From Your Children

Editorial Review
Meet Supernanny Jo Frost, a modern-day Mary Poppins here to rescue today's beleaguered parents by offering up her practical, road-tested methods of childrearing in an indispensable new book based on her upcoming ABC-TV series.

Jo Frost, a.k.a. Supernanny, is the answer to every stressed-out parent's dreams. In ABC's upcoming primetime TV series by the same name, Jo works miracles on problem children by dispensing hard-won wisdom and reassuring us that parents really do know best. The Supernanny method gives parents the know-how to tackle problem areas such as mealtime, bath time, bedtime, bedwetting, homework, sibling rivalry, aggressive behavior, or a child who just won't do what he or she is told to do.

Divided into action-oriented problem and solution sections, Supernanny will show parents how to restore harmony and authority in the home using the Supernanny's ten basic rules and her effective, no-nonsense approach to problem-solving. For example:

Problem: What if your child refuses to go to bed? Supernanny Solution: Develop a bedtime routine so that the child can get used to a consistent pattern that she is not going to be able to change or manipulate. A routine will set up a calming sequence of events that will be designed to help the child relax.

Problem: Toilet-training Supernanny Solution: Prepare your child by taking any hint of shame or disgust out of what is simply a natural fact of life. Keep the door open, bring her into the bathroom with you, and explain what's happening, including the use of toilet paper and the washing of hands afterward.
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Customer Reviews

great ideas that you can use everyday

2008-04-22
good inspiration and I like the way the information is presented. Easy to skim through the book.

Great book!

2008-04-11
I wish I got it earlier! My son is 2 1/2 now, this would make an excellent shower gift too. She gives out great advice plus I'm a fan of the show.

we all need a nanny

2008-04-08
I saw the Supernanny program on TV while I was visiting the USA and I thought that the way Jo managed the kids, and showed their parents how to get immediate results was amazing. I no longer have any children to raise, but I am a teacher and Supernanny's advice is just a very simple, common sense kind of approach that we teachers can use in the classroom.

Very good

2008-04-05
Just like having Jo in your house with you! Very helpful. Im working on getting all of her books because THIS book addresses only some of my issues and addresses some issues I dont have. Jo really tries to be broad in convering many different issues parents have.

Good BASIC book on parenting

2008-03-17
This is a very good book on BASIC parenting -- a lot of it is just good common sense. I think I would have just borrowed this one from the library if I had known how basic it was. If you are looking for something more advanced or to keep on hand for reference, this book probably isn't for you. As a graphic designer, I must comment on how nicely designed this book is! The cover doesn't really fit the rest of the book. Inside, the photographs and design really give a feel of celebrating children. It's organized very well and very easy to read. I don't consider myself a fast reader and I read this book in two sittings.

AWESOME BOOK A+++!!!

2008-06-24
Great techniques to help parents that are at the end of their rope, and just do not know what else to try to get their child under control. My wife and I have a handsome 2 1/2 year old son that we love more than anything else in this world. We were past the point of being frustrated when it came time to take him to the grocery store, or out to a restaurant. He wouldn't ride in the cart, hold our hand and walk, or stay in his seat, but as soon as we tried the techniques offered by Jo Frost's books we saw an instant change in our sons behavior. He sat in the shopping cart the entire time at the grocery store, and was not miserable while sitting in the cart either. He was laughing, and we actually enjoyed our trip to the store with him for the first time EVER.
If you are shopping for these books, stop shopping and buy this book, and the other book by Jo Frost. You will then actually start to enjoy your children, instead of feeling like it is a miserable never-ending chore. A+++ book. BUY IT NOW!!!

Great book!

2008-05-31
We are first time parents & really want to make good choices with our daughter! We are hoping to be proactive instead of reactive!

Good

2008-05-27
This book would be great for someone with children under 2, however they should let you know that in the write up as I have children over the age of 8 and wanted something age appropriate.It was a waste of money. Would make a great baby shower gift though.

A must have!

2008-05-16
I love all her books and shows. Great book with many helpful ideas. Problem? open the page of this problem and find your solution.

supernanny

2008-04-23
great book - lots of tips on everything your kids do that you don't want them to. Love the book and open it often for advice.