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Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids Paperback – August 31, 2010

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A manifesto for protecting the grace of childhood, Simplicity Parenting is an eloquent guide to bringing new rhythms to bear on the lifelong art of raising children. Simplicity Parenting offers inspiration, ideas, and a blueprint for change: Streamline your home environment. Reduce the amount of toys, books, and clutter-as well as the lights, sounds, and general sensory overload. Establish rhythms and rituals. Discover ways to ease daily tensions, create battle-free mealtimes and bedtimes, and tell if your child is overwhelmed. Schedule a break in the schedule. Establish intervals of calm and connection in your child's daily torrent of constant doing. Scale back on media and parental involvement. Manage your children's "screen time" to limit the endless deluge of information and stimulation.Paperback: 256 pagesPublisher: Ballantine Books (August 25, 2009)Size9-1/2" x 6-1/2"

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Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Ballantine Books; 53651st edition (August 31, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0345507983
ISBN-13: 978-0345507983
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Amh3

Less really does equal more

February 16, 2018

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I read this book about 4 years ago, when my middle child was around 1 year old. I now have 3 kids, ages 7, 5 and 1 year. So, I've been using these principles found in the book for just about 4 years. It really works.

I live in a town with a gigantic popular mall, a famous mall even. All of my friends have children with hundreds of toys. Hundreds. When they come over, they always comment on how few toys we have, but even then we still had too many. Fighting consumerism that surrounds us is really hard, especially when you feel like the only one in your social group to be following ideas like in Payne's book.

While it was easy to implement many of the points in this book such as low TV use and lots of positive connecting with my kids, I always found it very difficult to limit the number of toys in the house. The author has this great part about using a "toy library", keeping out a handful of toys at a time. This part was the most difficult for me personally to follow. We love toys, or I guess, I love them more than the kids. We had 3 sets of grandparents and always got so many beautiful toys, they were very high quality toys, wooden/heirloom, etc. We also homeschooled for awhile and we are home a lot, so I always had out probably 3 to 4 times the amount of toys suggested by the author, which he suggests 10 toys total available for children to use.

I have finally done exactly what the book suggested after spending way too much time disagreeing with my kids about them picking up toys, asking for more toys when they have so many, and feeling upset that they have so many nice things and just never use them. We have exactly 10 toys out for my 5 and 1 year old to share during the day. Guess what? They actually play with these 10 things every day. Having out less toys, the first day my 5 year old engaged in creative play with her 1 year old sister for the first time. We play outside much more, even in the winter time. There is no struggle to show my 1 year old how to pick up 10 things. Actually, even if we had out maybe 5 toys, that would probably be enough to entertain them.

I think it's so tempting for parents to think, more options = more play. But it doesn't. I even put away a very expensive wooden kitchen play set and boxes of expensive legos, in favor of having out just 10 toys that we rotate every 2 weeks. So when the two weeks are up, we go to a small area in the basement and trade of for 10 other things. I can't believe how much easier our days are with less things! Great book, and these ideas actually work.

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Has made me a calmer, happier, yet more effective and aware parent

February 22, 2011

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As a clinical psychologist, and mother to an 18-month old, I cannot say enough wonderful things about this book. Since becoming pregnant, I have felt this certain 'pressure' to do do do for my child. Intuitively, I felt that it was too much, both for me and my child.This book helped me see how it was too much. My favorite part of course, as with everyone else, is the chapter on toys. I got rid of (put away) all toys that did not sustain my daughter's attention or were just plain annoying! I am trying to minimize the amount of toys, keep an open space, and buy only toys that stimulate her imagination. What I am finding is that I am a lot more interested in her world because of this (what adult can really stand Elmo for too long). I have backed off from feeling that I need to play with her, and as a result, am more calm and aware of her. We also started integrating a day of the week (sundays) where my husband and I do not use the internet or tv. We found ourselves feeling calmer and feeling more bonded as a family. There are probably a million more things that I could say about this book, but the bottom line: do not hyperparent (or your child will end up in my office with anxiety or related concern), keep things calm, get rid of ugly or loud plastic toys, and get out into nature! Read this book:-)

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Britt C.Top Contributor: Babies

Great ideas, lacks evidence

December 27, 2017

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I think if you have a minimalist lifestyle (or wannabe) then I think this book will confirm your views. If you do not, then I'm not sure if this book will convince you due to the lack of evidence Presented. The authors are inspired by waldorf education approach so may be of interest to those considering a waldorf school. I'm knocking off one star because it didn't really pull on any childhood development studies to support claims. I also later went to the website and they are starting a consulting service. Nothing against them for that, but explains perhaps why some parts of the book don't explain the "how-to" for the approaches.

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Stacie St. Germaine

Must read for any parent.

May 9, 2017

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We have been having struggles with a defiant 10 year old and this book has really opened my eyes. The book could be describing her in some parts. I can see where we have been going down the wrong path and it's hard to put into words how much I appreciate someone being able to show us the right path. For years we blindly accepted what we were told by media and even other parents and never realizing the damage we were doing to our family. I just wish I had known about this book 10 years ago but am grateful I have it now. I had already decluttered our home so it was nice to have a head start. Without sounding hokey, this book has changed our lives.

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Amber Carter

I wish I had read this sooner

September 27, 2017

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I have felt so many of these things, as a parent, but wasn't sure if I was just weird...desiring to approach things more simply...but what do you do with birthday parties and the loads of presents from family artery Christmas...what about the pressures for your 4 year old to play multiple sports? This book is so good and I truly wish I had read it when my first son was born...things might have been easier. I plan to buy it for my brother when their baby is born.

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Rachel

Absolutely a must read book for every parent!

September 8, 2015

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This book is in my top 3 of "must read" books. If ever parent would read this book - the world would be a better place. It explains why less is more and gives practical tips on how you can change your everyday life to accommodate your child's needs. It was a big eye opener for me and I adjusted a lot of things in our home after reading it. Don't hesitate - read it!

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Hannah

Wonderful book!

October 9, 2017

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Practical, kind and insightful. This is almost like a guide that gives you steps for simplifying your child's life. I appreciate this book so much, especially as my kids are still small and we're still creating the climate of our childrens' childhoods.

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Irishka

Parent must have

December 14, 2017

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I was looking how to eliminate and simplify and came across this book. I got an audio version. It is very easy to listen. The voice is pleasant and info is very informative. Love the book.

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Love this book. It has dramatically changed how we "do life" and has brought more peace to both myself and the kids. Could not suggest this more.

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sgtamos

Good info, but SOOO long!

I just read/listened to this book last weekend, but I wanted to wait a few days to mull over what I learned before reviewing the book.Read more

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Logan

I find the material very useful and effective.

I like the book. Very practical. Applied together with his other book The Soul of Discipline it was very effective in managing parenting issues.Read more

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Cory

Too slow!

For an intro to Waldorf, this is not a recommended read, it’s too slooow at getting to the point , making it difficult to stay interested and engaged

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Mellowcandle

Great read! I wish more parents would read and ...

Great read! I wish more parents would read and learn from the great advice and education of Kim John Payne.

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