A Heartwarming Story ofConnection, Calm,and Unconditional Love

Teaching little hearts that they are safe, seen, and never alone.

Meet Daisy & Buttercup

A little girl with big feelings and the puppy who stays right by her side. Daisy & Buttercup invite families into a timeless world filled with tenderness, sparkle, and wonder. At its heart, this is a story about the power of secure attachment.

Daisy is a curious, sensitive child navigating a world of big emotions. Buttercup is her loyal, comforting companion—a puppy who offers a steady paw and a listening ear. Through their gentle adventures, Buttercup helps Daisy navigate her feelings with warmth and attunement, showing her that even when emotions feel overwhelming, she is safe.

More Than Just a Story

Grounded in the principles of Attachment Theory and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Written by two experienced therapists, Daisy & Buttercup is designed to give parents and caregivers the language they need to connect more deeply with their children. This book isn’t just for bedtime; it is a tool for emotional growth.

Through lyrical storytelling, children learn simple, essential emotional skills:

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Naming Feelings

Learning to identify emotions without fear.

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Self-Regulation

Using calming breaths to find balance.

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Object Constancy

Remembering that love stays close, even when loved ones aren’t physically near.

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Meet the Authors

Julia Newlin Smith

LMFT

Julia Newlin Smith is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families build more secure and fulfilling connections.

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Alexandra Foglia

DMFT

Alexandra Foglia is a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy who brings a compassionate, strengths-based approach to her work with children, adolescents, and families.

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