Harriet's Expanding Heart

A parent would reach for this book when their child is struggling with the arrival of a new step-parent or step-siblings, particularly if the child seems worried that there is not enough love to go around. This gentle story follows Harriet as she navigates the confusing emotions that arise when her family structure begins to change. It beautifully addresses themes of jealousy, belonging, and the fear of being replaced. Written by a child psychologist, it provides a safe space for children aged 4 to 10 to process the 'stretching' of their family. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's complex feelings while offering a hopeful perspective on how a heart can grow to hold new people without losing the old ones.