Move over helicopter parents - there’s a new parenting trend in town. Bestselling author and journalist Amy Molloy is set to spark debate with her latest book, Wise Child, launching on

March 25. In this ground-breaking book, Molloy delves into the concept of ‘past life parenting,’ the idea that children may carry memories, experiences, and wisdom from

previous incarnations. (The anecdotes in the book are jaw dropping!)

Molloy, known for her candid approach to unconventional topics, was inspired to write the book after her own struggles parenting a ‘sensitive soul.’ A past life regression session changed her perspective on motherhood, leading her to research similar experiences worldwide.

In Wise Child, she examines the work of Dr. Jim Tucker at the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, which investigates children who claim to recall past lives.

The book blends personal anecdotes with scientific research, spiritual perspectives, and practical parenting advice. It raises thought-provoking questions: Could a child’s unexplained fears stem from past life trauma? How do past life imprints shape our children’s personalities, passions, and even their phobias? How much autonomy should parents give children who appear wiser than their years?

With chapters covering ‘new age neurodivergence,’ intuition-led parenting, and the link between past lives, gender, and sexuality, Wise Child is sure to intrigue open-minded parents and challenge sceptics alike. The book has already garnered praise from educators, parents and spiritual leaders, with many calling it a ‘paradigm-shifting’ guide for modern families.

Molloy, a mother of three, hopes the book will empower parents to see their children in a new light, fostering deeper understanding and connection. Wise Child will be on sale globally

from March 25, also available at The Bookshop Kiama.