Bowbend’s Top 10 list of books, gear, and goodies to inspire and equip YOU to raise thriving kids of character.

10. Bananas shirt.

Whenever I want to say a bad word, I say “bananas” instead. I love this shirt because it makes my kids laugh. Like we’re sharing an inside joke about something naughty. 

9. An inspirational mug or two.

Sometimes it’s all about the mantras we repeat. Find an inspirational mug for your co-parent and remind them that they’ve got this! 

8. A commemorative ornament

to celebrate your parenting initiation!

7. A parenting book for parents of newborns.

I used this book with my kiddos. I still use tips from their toddler series, too!

6. A parenting book for parents of toddlers.

Why is my child melting down? What do I do about it? Siegel and Bryson to the rescue.

5. A parenting book for parents of elementary kids.

These are the GLORY YEARS for parenting. Ages 6-10 are when everything is fun and nothing is done. Let this book be your guide! 

4. A parenting book for parents of middle schoolers.

Stay strong! You’ve got this. Get inspiration to send them outside and off their screens.

3. A parenting book for parents of high schoolers. 

Don’t let college freak you out or turn your relationship with your teen into a fraught one. This book can help you both stay sane and build your child’s independence through these years with a goal in mind.  

2. Audible Membership

For those carpool hours, doing dishes, folding laundry, and any time you can’t read a book but want to! 

1. A date with their parenting partner!

There is no better gift than to spend quality time doing something they love with the person they love. And there is no better gift you can give your family than a strong parenting unit.

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