We all have a tale to tell about how we started wearing nappies (or diapers!) and each tale is different. There are varying themes, but there is the one consistent one that nappies 'called to us' when we were young and that attraction grew to become a 'siren call'. We were helpless in the embrace of that cloth nappy or plastic disposable that for reasons we didn't understand - and maybe never did - drew us to wear and wet them. For some, it was part of wanting to be a baby again and for others, a response to extended bedwetting. For others still, it was just the nappy; just the feel of its comfort and security. As children, these feelings are tough to handle, never-mind understand. Adults don't understand and most react badly... or worse. This 60,000 word, illustrated book is the story of one UK boy growing up in the 70s and 80s as a late bedwetter whose attraction to nappies has remained to him up until this day.

Dangerous and difficult for both mother and child--what was the birth experience like in the Middle Ages? Dependent, in part, on social class, what pastimes did children enjoy? What games did they play? With often uncomfortable and even harsh living conditions, what kind of care did children receive in the home on a daily basis? These are just a few of the questions this work addresses about the day-to-day childhood experiences during the Middle Ages. Focusing on all social classes of children, the topics are wide-ranging. Chapters cover birth and baptism; early childhood; playing; clothing; care and discipline; formal education; university education; career training for peasants, craftsmen, merchants, clergy and nobility; and coming of age. In addition, three appendices are included. Appendix I provides information on the humoral theory of medicine. Appendix II offers examples of medieval math problems. Appendix III covers a unique episode in medieval history known as "The Children's Crusade." Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

Life can be very confusing for some children. While most know who they are and traverse the journey of pre-school, preteens, teens and finally arrive at adulthood, some get stuck along the way and years later, still feel the primal urge to be children or babies again. This book is a compendium of three true life stories of three Australian boys who in different eras and different cities, each grew up wanting to stay in nappies and to remain babies. But just as importantly, each wanted to be a girl to some degree as well. You will feel their pain, their joys and their frustrations as they navigate the early years of life… Growing up as a Sissy Baby This compendium contains three amazing true-life stories of boys growing up knowing they were also baby girls. Contains: Australian Baby: a life of nappies, bottles and struggles Me, Myself, Christine Living with Chrissie

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Andrew Stephens takes us on the journey of his life, from confused childhood to traumatic teens and on to the years of adulthood - all of them while wanting to wear diapers and to be a baby girl. We join with him as he discovers his inner infant, his inner girl and his inner identity, as he struggles to make life work for him, while the turmoil within causes tension and frustration. We meet Emily, the sissy baby just like him as they share part of the journey together. It is the story of many of us who have lived this unusual desire and need on the journey towards happiness and satisfaction - a journey of many ups and downs and more than a few mistakes. Andrew's wonderful take on the ABDL Journey of Life will resonate with many.

Andrew Stephens takes us on the journey of his life, from confused childhood to traumatic teens and on to the years of adulthood - all of them while wanting to wear nappies, rubber pants and to be a baby girl. We join with him as he discovers his inner infant, his inner girl, and his inner identity, as he struggles to make life work for him, while the turmoil within causes tension and frustration. We meet Emily, the sissy baby just like him as they share part of the journey together. It is the story of many of us who have lived this unusual desire and need on the journey towards happiness and satisfaction - a journey of many ups and downs and more than a few mistakes. Andrew's wonderful take on the ABDL Journey of Life will resonate with many.

In the context of the increasing global movement of people and a growing evidence base for differing outcomes in child welfare, Routledge Handbook of Global Child Welfare provides a compelling account of child welfare, grounded in the latest theory, policy and practice. Drawing on eminent international expertise, the book offers a coherent and comprehensive overview of the policies, systems and practices that can deliver the best outcomes for children. It considers the challenges faced by children globally, and the difference families, services and professionals can make. This ambitious and far-reaching handbook is essential reading for everyone working to make the world a better and safer place for children.