A science-informed, heart-led guide to raising toddlers with patience, presence, and connection.The toddler years don't have to be a battlefield.They can be a foundation - for trust, growth, and lifelong emotional security.In Ages 1-3: The Gentle Toddler Years, you'll find a deeply compassionate and practical guide for parenting through the most formative years of your child's life. This book is for caregivers who want to nurture independence without control, support development without pressure, and build connection without losing themselves in the process.Inside this book, you'll discover: Why toddler behavior is not "bad," but a form of communicationHow to respond calmly to tantrums, testing, and big feelingsPractical tools for peaceful mealtimes, sleep, and transitionsWays to encourage independence without creating disconnectionScripts for respectful communication with a toddlerGentle discipline grounded in neuroscience and attachment theoryHow to repair after you lose your patience - without shameRealistic self-care and emotional support for you, the parentWhether you're new to gentle parenting or seeking deeper insight into your child's emotional world, this book offers the reassurance and tools you need to feel confident and connected.What makes this book different?Emotionally validating: You'll feel seen as a parent, not judged.Research-based: Grounded in attachment science, child development, and trauma-informed care.Beautifully practical: Offers real-life examples, not just theory.Supportive of YOU: Includes chapters on burnout, reparenting, and asking for help.You don't need to be perfect. You just need to be present, curious, and willing to grow alongside your child.You are not raising a problem to fix. You are raising a person to know, to love, and to guide gently - one moment at a time.