Introduction: redirecting your thinking about parenting -- An exciting new job and challenges at home -- The bedtime waltz : establishing a bedtime routine -- A-B-C : the universal principle -- The redirection strategy : handling tantrums -- An acquired taste : mealtime -- Chucking the binky : ending dependency on comfort items -- Not just yours : teaching your child to share -- An overused word and a visit to the dentist -- Word gets around : whale done parenting of all ages -- Puppy love : teaching pet care -- When things get emotional : time-outs -- Potty party : potty training -- Please and thank you : moral development -- A poolside chat: resources for applying whale done principles -- The science behind the whale done approach.