Nitty Gritty Parenting is psychotherapist and childhood expert Michael Aiello's gift to every parent, guardian, therapist, and any individual providing services to children and families. This compassionate, hands-on book offers insightful and practical tools for healing the parent-child relationship. Whether being guided through the process of recognizing our own patterns or setting up consequences with positive energy, every section of this book is designed to bring us closer to parenting in an affirming and joyful manner. Aiello is quick to remind us that relationships can be easily derailed if parents lack the necessary tools, and it is these very tools that she provides. No matter how well intentioned parents are, societal pressures, skewed perceptions, and psychological processes can create obstacles that can negatively impact our relationships with our children. Sound advice, workable solutions, and enough humor to remind us that we're all in this together--this book offers it all.