Zero to One: Parenting Through the “I Need You Now” Phase

by Reggie Joiner, Kristen Ivy

THIS IS THE PHASE WHEN NOBODY SLEEPS, EVERYBODY SMELLS, AND ONE MESMERIZING BABY CONVINCES YOU, I NEED YOU NOW. If you're finding sleep hard to come by and you're surrounded by more messes than you ever imagined possible, you might be in one of the best phases of your child's life. In this short volume, Kristen Ivy and Reggie Joiner simplify what you need to know as a parent so you can make the most of the present realities, the distinctive opportunities, and the future implications of the next 52 weeks. After all, you've only got about 936 weeks left until your child graduates from high school! Zero to One is part of the Phase Project, a synthesis of real-life parent experiences, academic research, and gatherings of leaders and educational experts from across the ministry and child development spectrum. For more resources like this, visit OrangeBooks.com.

Genres: Parenting

124 pages, Paperback

Published September 10, 2015

About the author

Reggie Joiner is the founder and CEO of Orange, a non-profit organization whose purpose is to influence those who influence the next generation. Author of more than 30 books, including Think Orange, Seven Practices of Effective Ministry, and Lead Small. Reggie has changed the way churches and organizations create environments for and equip leaders, parents, and the next generation. Orange partners with over 8,000 churches internationally and is the architect of the Orange Conference and the Orange Tour, which provide national training opportunities for senior pastors, church leaders, and ministry volunteers.

Prior to Orange and along with Andy Stanley, Reggie co-founded North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Georgia. During his 11 years as the executive director of Family Ministry, Reggie developed the new concepts of ministry for preschoolers, children, students, and married adults. He has found a way to wear orange for 4,353 days and counting.

Reggie is a graduate of Georgia Southwestern College. He and his wife Debbie have four grown children and live near Atlanta.

Reviews

[Kaylee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a super quick read that focuses on your baby's development in the first year, & how you can use those 52 weeks to foster your child's relationship with the the world around them and with Jesus! There are tons of practical
ideas on how to make special moments meaningful, how to introduce faith, and how to start approaching tricker topics for the future in this stage. They really emphasize- "this is just a phase…so don't miss it!", and I got teary basically every time. I loved this and found the structure super helpful and interesting- highly recommend for any Christian parent in this stage! Looking forward to reading the future volumes as my little one grows!

[Bailey Wenger · Rating 5 out of 5]

WONDERFUL book on the impact parents have on their children in the first year of life. Practical steps to build trust and long term habits that benefit our children.

[Andrea Platt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a quick read about a baby’s development in the first year and the importance of using your limited time with them wisely. I loved the all the facts & statistics included - I found them super interesting! It also serves as a beginner’s guide to parenting/leading your children to follow Jesus. It includes practical ways you can start weaving your faith into everyday life with your baby. I loved this book & found it very helpful!