Bette's Books

the "kid instruction manual" you've been waiting for

Your child may not have come with a handbook, but you have one now! Parenting Backwards is a readable guide that helps you to be purposeful about your parenting, thoughtful about your goals and supports you to follow through even when the going gets tough. 

Parenting Backwards helps you to clarify your mission as a parent and to implement it with ease all the while reminding you to have a good time because your time with your kids goes by so fast! We often feel as though we are falling short as parents, Parenting Backwards tells you what to say in some of those challenging moments when you’re at a loss, but you know there’s got to be a better way than what you’re doing. Bette Alkazian, a mother of three daughters herself, has been working with parents for a long time and always has her eye on the goal – raising our kids to become amazing adults!

Potty Training 101

Potty training can be a frustrating time…but it doesn’t have to be! This book is designed to help parents deal with the questions and challenges that often accompany the experience of toilet training their children. Bette’s expertise will ease the road to potty-hood for both you and your child!