My mother gave me a book, I was having a little trouble with my 15 month old not listening to me, but everyone else. I know typical baby mom realationship. Although this book only gave me a little insight for babies and timeouts, I found that there is alot of good advice for all of the stages to come. This isnt your usual phsycho babble, give them love and thats all you need book, it is a no nonsense, your kids will push your buttons and here is how you deal with it practical advice. It is called   How to Behave so your children will, too! It is written by Sal Severe. Great book!! it covers ages preschool to teenage years. I really suggest to check it out.