Daddy, I Need a Hug Too

With six kids between us, we know how tricky it can be when one child feels left out.

One of the biggest challenges we’ve faced as parents is helping our children understand that just because we show love or affection to a sibling, it doesn’t mean we love them any less.

The truth is, kids don’t always know how to say, “I need love too.”

Instead, they might cry, scream, act out, or have a full-on meltdown just to get your attention.
We believe emotional regulation is one of the most valuable skills we can teach our children. When kids learn how to name their feelings and ask for what they need (whether it’s love, attention, or space) it becomes easier for us as parents to respond with care and understanding.

We wrote this book for our own kids… and hope it will help yours too.

Inside, your children will:
Learn how to ask for attention when they feel left out;
Understand that love isn’t limited, and affection for a sibling doesn’t take away from the love a parent has for them;
Begin to identify, manage, and move through feelings of jealousy in healthy ways.
Daddy, I Need a Hug Too is a vibrant picture book perfect for:
Children ages 3-8
Parents who want to foster healthy and positive relationships between their children;
Grandparents, parents, teachers, and librarians;
Holiday gift-giving, birthdays, graduations, or other celebrations.