Raising Girls in the 21st Century

Raising Girls in the 21st Century
From Babyhood to Womanhood – Helping Your Daughter Grow Up Wise, Warm and Strong
By Steve Biddulph

A compassionate and empowering guide to raising strong, confident, and emotionally resilient girls.

In this updated edition of his bestselling classic, Steve Biddulph offers a thoughtful and practical roadmap for supporting girls at every stage of life—from infancy through to the teenage years.

Blending global research with heartfelt wisdom, this book helps parents nurture girls who are both strong and sensitive, capable of navigating the modern world while staying deeply connected to themselves.

Inside this book, you’ll discover:

• How to support your daughter through each stage of development
• Ways to build self-confidence, resilience, and emotional strength
• Guidance for helping girls stay grounded in a fast-changing world
• Practical advice for navigating modern challenges

Key areas explored:

• Encouraging a joyful, unhurried childhood
• Managing friendships, peer pressure, and bullying
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and reducing anxiety
• Navigating social media and technology use
• Helping girls develop healthy, respectful relationships

New and important topics include:

• Addressing social pressures and online influences
• Understanding the impact of modern culture on girls
• A powerful section on ‘MeToo in School’ and how to support and protect young girls

What makes this book essential:

• Warm, relatable, and deeply practical guidance
• Based on both research and real-life parenting experiences
• Supports raising girls who are confident, kind, and self-aware
• Encourages balance—strength without losing softness

A guide for modern parenting:

Filled with moving stories and clear advice, this book is both a trusted companion and a call to consciously support the next generation of young women.

About the Author

Steve Biddulph is an internationally acclaimed parenting author and psychologist whose books have guided millions of families worldwide. His work focuses on emotional wellbeing, connection, and healthy development in children.

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 272
• Dimensions: 23.5 x 15.4 x 1.9 cm