Parent Yourself First
A fresh, no-nonsense parenting guide that shows you how to become a great parent (even if you didn't have one yourself). Many of us didn't have a perfect childhood. But it's never too late (or too early!) to transform into the parent you were always meant to be--grounded, present, intentional, compassionate, and confident. In Parent Yourself First, licensed marriage and family therapist Bryana Kappadakunnel argues that the secret to successful parenting is to UN-learn the wounded patterns you grew up with and create new ways to connect with your child. Parenting from a place of connection may feel unlike anything you experienced as a child or what you thought parenting was meant to be. But the results can be remarkable--and transformative. As the founder of the popular Conscious Mommy community on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, Kappadakunnel explains that your upbringing is probably impacting your parenting style in ways you don't even fully recognize, from how you manage your own emotions to how you connect with your kids in their vulnerable moments. In Parent Yourself First, she shares powerful stories from the families she's counseled and practical tools for managing common parenting woes like tantrums and defiance. Her promise: You can break free of past patterns that no longer serve you and liberate your soul from old traumas and wounds. Everyone has baggage. But it's your responsibility to make sure your baggage doesn't become your child's problem. Healing yourself allows you to truly connect with your child; understand their needs; and guide them to live the happy, authentic life that they deserve.
The Book of David
Caring for a sibling with special needs presents families with a gauntlet of challenges and responsibilities. But while the downsides of sibling caregiving understandably take center stage, few books consider how managing the less-than-perfect among us can also enrich us all-individually, within our families, and across the community at large. This "memoir as self-help" book addresses what goals and principles we should set for ourselves and our special needs siblings. With humor and affection, the author uses his brother's life history to address issues that arise around education, employment, health care, family functioning, and religious observance. Dr. Gordon, a child psychologist, parlays his extensive clinical experience to explore the many trials and triumphs that can arise when one sibling cares for another.
Ruby and Mark's Safe Touching Rules
Written by J. Robers Miller and illustrated by T.C. De Witt, this book will help parents and guardians safely educate their little ones about the appropriate touching rules.
How to Create Your Own Purposeful Parenting Plan Workbook
This workbook is the essential companion to WAS IT WORTH IT?, a powerful exploration of resilience, love, and purposeful parenting. Designed to help parents implement the transformative concepts from the book, this workbook guides you through the Purposeful Parenting Plan (PPP), a strategic framework that empowers you to nurture successful, well-rounded adults.Drawing from the author's blend of deeply personal experience and behavioral science, the workbook breaks down the principles of purposeful parenting into actionable steps. Through reflective exercises, goal-setting tools, and interactive activities, you'll gain the skills to: Foster resilience and determination in your children.Develop intentional parenting strategies tailored to your family's needs.Cultivate self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and life skills in your kids.Overcome challenges and self-doubt with guided support and practical advice.Whether you're a new parent, a caregiver, or simply seeking to refine your approach, this workbook offers a clear, supportive roadmap to build a legacy of love, resilience, and achievement for your children.Start your journey to purposeful parenting today, and discover the tools to make your answer to "Was it worth it?" a resounding "Yes!"
What Successful Couples Do Differently
"There is no doubt that it is around the family and the home that all the greatest virtues, the most dominating virtues of humans, are created, strengthened, and maintained." - Winston Churchill, UK's Prime Minister, 1940 to 1945. History has consistently proved the truth of these words. One such history is the fall of the Roman Empire, which thrived when its citizens valued marriage and family. Its fall was preceded by a collapse in family values when the family stopped being cherished. Being intentional in creating virtuous and strong families will benefit us individually, and society at large. This book is full of do-it-yourself, self-help advice for all family members, especially the spouses. It discusses what young adults can do to prepare for a successful married life, to engage in successful dating and courtship, to successfully procreate and rear responsible children, to run and maintain a happy and successful family, and to live happily after as empty nesters. How to resolve family conflicts in love, the importance of communication in a family, and divorce and its prevention strategies are other invaluable topics discussed in this book. The unique challenges facing single-parent and long-distance families form part of the concluding chapter.Advice and counsel in this book are empirically based and time-tested. Applying them will undoubtedly enrich your family life and positively impact society and your nation.
Wall Street Lady
Wall Street Lady: Kyra's Legacy is a compelling continuation of the Wall Street Lady saga, exploring the strength and resilience of Kyra, a mother navigating life with six children and another on the way. As Kyra finds herself raising her family on her own, the story unfolds through the eyes of her second daughter, Omah. At just ten years old, Omah faces grown-up challenges, discovering the power of love, friendship, and perseverance in a world that tests her at every turn. Based on true events with a touch of fiction, this novel is a heartwarming tale of family bonds and the courage to dream.Kyra's Legacy is a story that traces the path of a young woman growing up amidst frequent moves, shifting friendships, and the search for her true self. As Omah faces the challenges of adolescence and the excitement of new beginnings, her journey is a testament to the power of family and the resilience of the human spirit.From her early years of adjusting to new environments and making new friends to the poignant moments of saying goodbye to loved ones, Omah's experiences shape her into the woman she is destined to become. With the support of her loving mother, Kyra, and the eventual joy of marrying her soulmate, Cash, Omah's story unfolds with warmth and sincerity.
What Successful Couples Do Differently
"There is no doubt that it is around the family and the home that all the greatest virtues, the most dominating virtues of humans, are created, strengthened, and maintained." - Winston Churchill, UK's Prime Minister, 1940 to 1945. History has consistently proved the truth of these words. One such history is the fall of the Roman Empire, which thrived when its citizens valued marriage and family. Its fall was preceded by a collapse in family values when the family stopped being cherished. Being intentional in creating virtuous and strong families will benefit us individually, and society at large. This book is full of do-it-yourself, self-help advice for all family members, especially the spouses. It discusses what young adults can do to prepare for a successful married life, to engage in successful dating and courtship, to successfully procreate and rear responsible children, to run and maintain a happy and successful family, and to live happily after as empty nesters. How to resolve family conflicts in love, the importance of communication in a family, and divorce and its prevention strategies are other invaluable topics discussed in this book. The unique challenges facing single-parent and long-distance families form part of the concluding chapter.Advice and counsel in this book are empirically based and time-tested. Applying them will undoubtedly enrich your family life and positively impact society and your nation.
The Power Pause
A paradigm-shifting guide to career breaks after kids that rebrands stay-at-home parenthood for a new generation of women and families. "So, what do you do?" When Neha Ruch had to answer this seemingly innocent question for the first time after leaving her corporate job to care for her infant son, she drew a shameful blank. She couldn't find the words to describe this new stage of life she'd just embarked on. She wasn't a 1950s June Cleaver type, nor was she one of today's updated stereotypes. (Craft Project Mom? Exhausted-in-Sweatpants Mom?) How, then, was she to navigate this identity shift? Frustrated, Ruch embarked on a mission to rebrand the stay-at-home mother for a new generation of women who don't want to leave their ambition behind just because they decide to pause or change their careers post-kids. Her online community, Mother Untitled, has become the leading voice and resource for women navigating this transition. In The Power Pause, Ruch addresses all the questions women face at this inflection point, such as, Can I afford to pause? Who am I without my career identity? How do I find meaning in the role? And can I ever transition back to paid work? With expert advice and diverse stories of stay-at-home mothers who buck every stereotype, as well as interactive exercises to help the reader plot a course for the long term, The Power Pause is an essential handbook for a new generation of caregivers.
Gifted Children Decoded
If you're wondering how to support your gifted child's unique mind and emotions - whether you're just beginning this journey or already feeling overwhelmed - you're in the right place.Gifted Children Decoded helps you nurture your child's full potential and guide their emotional and social growth - without second-guessing yourself or feeling alone.Do you ever wonder...How do I support my child's intense emotions without making things worse?Why does parenting such a bright child sometimes feel so isolating or overwhelming?How can I advocate in schools that don't seem to understand giftedness?How do I keep my child intellectually stimulated without causing pressure or burnout?You're not the only one asking these questions.Many parents - and the educators who support them - face these same challenges every day: balancing advanced intellectual needs with emotional sensitivity, navigating social struggles, and filling gaps in educational support.Gifted Children Decoded is your trusted guide to bridging those gaps - helping parents and teachers support gifted children in a whole-child, compassionate way.Here's a glimpse of what you'll find inside: Simple strategies to manage emotional intensity and prevent meltdownsTools to advocate confidently for your child - in any school systemWays to help your child build meaningful, enriching friendshipsExercises to ease anxiety and perfectionism while building resilienceA guide to balancing emotional well-being with intellectual challengeActivities that spark curiosity and keep your child happily engagedParent reflections to strengthen your connection and confidenceTechniques to grow your child's self-advocacy and independenceLong-term strategies to adapt your support as they growYou might be thinking, "Will another book really make a difference?"This one will.Gifted Children Decoded is trusted by parents and educators facing these same challenges. It offers compassionate guidance, clear strategies, and practical tools - not just theory.Unlike many resources, this book doesn't just explain giftedness. It helps you live it - day by day - with clarity and confidence.You don't have to do this alone.With the empowering insights in this book, you'll stop second-guessing and start building the foundation your child needs to thrive - emotionally, intellectually, and socially.Ready to decode your child's giftedness and help them truly shine?You're just one step away.
Congratulations, You're Going to Become a Dad
Becoming a first-time dad is a life-changing adventure filled with joy, anticipation, and plenty of questions. How do you prepare? What do you need to know? How can you support your partner and be the best dad for your baby? Congratulations, You're Going to Become a Dad: Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a First-Time Dad by Abraham Sage is the essential handbook to guide you through this incredible journey with confidence. This comprehensive guide blends expert insights, practical advice, and heartfelt wisdom, helping you navigate fatherhood from day one. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or excited, this book has everything you need to prepare for the challenges and joys ahead. What's Inside?The First Steps to Fatherhood: From the moment you hear the big news, learn how to prepare mentally and practically for the arrival of your baby. Build a strong foundation for your family while embracing your new role.Recognizing When Labor Begins: Get clear, actionable advice on the signs of labor, how to stay calm, and how to support your partner during delivery. Show up prepared and confident when the big day arrives.Pregnancy and Labor Support: Understand what your partner needs during pregnancy and learn how to be actively involved every step of the way. Be ready to face labor and delivery with a clear mind and a steady hand.Financial Planning Made Easy: Navigate the financial side of parenting with tips on budgeting, saving, and preparing for unexpected expenses. Learn how to balance practical needs without sacrificing your family's future security.Newborn Care Made Simple: Handle feeding schedules, diapering, and baby cues with ease. This book demystifies the early days, giving you practical tools to care for your baby while managing those sleepless nights.Building a Lifelong Bond: Create a meaningful connection with your baby through skin-to-skin contact, eye engagement, and daily care routines. These small moments forge a bond that lasts a lifetime.Balancing Work and Fatherhood: Discover strategies for managing work responsibilities while prioritizing family time. From negotiating paternity leave to setting boundaries, this guide helps you juggle both worlds without burning out.Health and Wellness for Dads: Stay fit, eat well, and manage stress so you can be your best for your growing family. Learn self-care practices that enhance your physical and emotional well-being.Strengthening Your Relationship: Keep your partnership strong through effective communication, shared parenting duties, and maintaining intimacy. Build a team that thrives even amidst the challenges of parenthood.Long-Term Parenting Goals: Look beyond the newborn phase with insights on creating family traditions, instilling values, and encouraging your child's lifelong curiosity and learning.Why This Book?Abraham Sage draws on years of personal experience and expert knowledge to provide a relatable, actionable, and inspiring guide. His approach acknowledges the fears, celebrates the joys, and addresses the challenges of fatherhood, making this book a trusted resource for first-time dads everywhere.Whether you're nervous about the unknown or excited to embrace fatherhood, this book reassures and equips you for the adventure ahead. Fatherhood is more than a role-it's a lifelong journey. Let this guide be your roadmap to becoming the confident, loving dad you've always wanted to be.
The Busy Woman's Path to find Calm - Amid Chaos
Life gets messy - deadlines pile up, emails flood in, family in crisis, meals to prepare - yet somehow, you're still expected to keep it all together. 'The Busy Woman's Path to Find Calm - Amid Chaos' is your go-to workbook, planner & journal, for turning the overwhelm into a manageable cadence.It is packed with simple, practical tools to help you let go of stress and embrace calm, one small step at a time.Inside, you'll learn how to: Identify and Reduce Stress: Pinpoint what overwhelms you and tackle it with our easy steps.Simplify Your Life: Clear out mental and physical clutter for more balance.Build Calming Habits: Add simple rituals to your day that truly stick.Create Space for You: Protect your time and energy without guilt.Reach Your Calm and Serenity Goals: Our monthly goal tracker is designed to help you focus on what truly matters, organize your steps, track your progress, and hold yourself accountable. Stay clear, motivated, and committed to achieving balance and success.Lightweight and portable, this 6" x 9" is perfect for on-the-go, finding calm - at your desk, or note-taking during quiet moments.
Ask More, Learn More
Have you ever wondered why some students excel while others struggle to stay engaged? The secret might be simpler and more profound than you think: Curiosity."Questioning by Victoria Olivadoti should be provided to every student. It contains essential information based on experience and neuroscience and how to be successful in the 21st-century. As an educator, and more importantly, as a parent, I have witnessed the power of these techniques in helping the lives of children including my own, who were trained in her program."-Terry Burnham, Associate Professor Chapman University, Co-author The Secret Syllabus"Why is focusing on curiosity crucial?" Victoria Olivadoti answers this pivotal question in "Ask More, Learn More," drawing from her extensive 50-year tenure in education to reveal how curiosity is the key to unlocking student potential in our technology-driven world.This book transcends academic theory, offering a practical blueprint for educators to foster a learning environment where curiosity catalyzes innovation, deeper understanding, and empowerment. Olivadoti's insights demonstrate that when students are encouraged to ask questions, they engage more deeply, think more critically, and find joy in discovery, making them more adept at navigating the digital information overload.Ask More, Learn More stands out for its integration of neuroscience with real-life classroom strategies, bolstered by testimonials from educators who've seen firsthand the transformative impact on their teaching and students' learning. Olivadoti's methods, which include reimagining homework and instructional delivery, promise not only to alleviate teacher stress but also to tailor education to meet the diverse needs of students.Praised by teachers and educational experts alike for its effectiveness and relevance in the 21st century, the book is hailed as a must-read for anyone committed to nurturing a generation that is inquisitive, engaged, and equipped for the challenges of tomorrow.Are you ready to transform your approach to teaching and help your students thrive in the 21st century?Discover the unparalleled benefits of fostering curiosity with Victoria Olivadoti's "Ask More, Learn More: Creating a Culture of Curiosity."About the Author: Victoria is an award-winning author, educator, and nationally recognized speaker with over 54 years of experience in education. She specializes in differentiating instruction to meet students' unique needs and has provided seminars at the University of California, Irvine, and school districts nationwide.
The First Canary
The First Canary is an extraordinary and epic tale of interweaving lives, self-discovery and friendship persevering despite the odds. Set in war-torn South Africa, the story follows a whole host of connected characters, from unwilling conscripts Cliff and Zeb, to Brenda, who is determined to find her birth parents, to Josh, an aspiring journalist whose dreams are threatened by a terrifying diagnosis."Family ties and bonds of brotherhood that span across decades lie at the heart of this story, and it is impossible not to become immersed in the lives of the characters and the events that play out."
The Kids Are Online
A nuanced, intimate picture of how young people live with and on social media. Today's young people find themselves at the center of widespread debates about their online safety, and they are often told that social media platforms affect their mental health and body image by exposing them to cyberbullying and distressing images. Foregrounding their voices and experiences, The Kids Are Online explores how they navigate their identities across platforms and how they really feel about their young digital lives. Ysabel Gerrard talked to more than a hundred teens to unpack the myths and realities of their social media use. Instead of framing today's big platforms as either good or bad, she identifies moments when young people encounter social apps in paradoxical ways--both good and bad at the same time. Using the concepts of stigma, secrecy, safety, and social comparison, she helps readers understand young people's experiences. The Kids Are Online proposes a series of recommendations for parents, families, schools, technology companies, and policymakers to imagine how we might build safer social media systems.
Ethan's Butterflies
When a baby dies one of the first concerns a parent has is the impact this loss has on their young living children. It is difficult to know what to say or how to talk about the death of a long-awaited sibling. Ethan's Butterflies provides a way for parents and professionals to connect with young children who experience the loss of a sibling. This story is written from a young child's perspective and told by a pink elephant named Emma. Emma describes her deep sadness, anger and fears and poses many questions that children often raise. Emma shows how she and her family learn to live with the loss her baby brother Ethan and how they continue to connect with him in many ways, one of which is a butterfly and another is love. Net proceeds from the sale of this book will go to bereavement charities, research and education. SPECIAL OFFER!! -- Hospitals, Charities and Non-Profit Organizations will receive a 36% Discount on Ethan's Butterflies when ten or more books are ordered. Please indicate what organization you are from and request the discount when you place your order.
Love you, too, Addy!
This book is inspired by my husband who expresses love through actions. I want to show children the importance of showing love to those around them and that there is more than one way to let someone know you love them.
Big Kids, Bigger Feelings
From the coauthor of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions, a guide to supporting children's social and emotional growth through the elementary school years (ages 5-12), a critical but often-overlooked developmental stage.TOO OLD FOR TANTRUMSTOO YOUNG FOR TEENAGE DRAMAMeltdowns. Name-calling. Hitting, kicking, and hair-pulling. Except, these aren't the toddler years. Why is your elementary-school-age child still having these outbursts?Long thought of as the time when parents can finally enjoy calmer kids and deal with less emotional volatility and tears, the elementary school years are anything but. During this pivotal time, our children navigate a new set of social and emotional challenges. From playground bullying to cliques and exclusion, ever-increasing academic challenges, and plenty of physical growth and hormonal changes thrown into the mix--the elementary school years are more complicated than most parents realize.Big Kids, Bigger Feelings is the guide you need to help your child thrive during these developmentally complex and wonderful years. The social and emotional skills you provide your children with now will prepare them for a lifetime of self-advocacy and stronger emotional intelligence. Campbell's revolutionary Collaborative Emotion Processing (CEP) method, used in preschool and elementary school environments, teaches you how to work with your children to help them understand how they are feeling and process their big emotions in healthy, constructive ways. Discover how to: - Teach kids to handle unkind behaviors and set boundaries- Help kids learn to regulate themselves when they feel angry, sad, or upset- Manage technology use in a safe and healthy way- Navigate puberty, body changes, sex, drugs, and other important topics- Develop a deeper connection with your childThe elementary school years are rife with change--from changing bodies to changing social structures--and there's never a better time to help your kids handle these ever-increasing challenges so they can thrive today and tomorrow.
It Is Okay, Mom
Overwhelmed, misunderstood, unsure, tired-feeling lonely even in a crowded room? It Is Okay, Mom is exactly what you need. Whether you're single, married, an adoptive mom, or a stepmom, this 30-day devotional is your source of encouragement. It will support you in living a fulfilled, godly life-helping you be a pillar for your husband, a nurturer for your children, and a woman who understands the importance of practicing self-care without guilt. Filled with scriptural truths, prayers, and stories from other women, this devotional is designed to help you navigate this season of your life with purpose and joy. You don't have to do it alone-help is here. It Is Okay, Mom.
Underestimated
"If you have a teenage girl in your life, you need to read this." --Oprah Daily In this "must-read for anyone who has a daughter, is a daughter, or knows a daughter" (Becky Lynch, WWE champion), this empowering guide--in the vein of Reviving Ophelia and Untangled--helps us better understand teenage girls, revealing how their insights can create heartfelt connections and impactful change. Written with warmth and humor, Underestimated is the first book to invite us into the teenage girl's brain and heart, as told from the point of view of a beloved and trusted mentor. Chelsey Goodan was a highly sought-after academic tutor who worked with hundreds of girls from all different backgrounds, earning their trust, confidence, and friendship. They in turn shared with her their innermost concerns, doubts, and what they wish they could communicate to their parents and the world at large. With "practical wisdom that belongs in the toolbox of every teenager" (Booklist) and featuring topics and language directly chosen by the girls, Goodan reveals how the solutions to a girl's well-being lie within her. She offers parents the exact words they can use to help her discover these solutions and demonstrates how adults can better support a teenage girl's voice to create positive change. Covering a variety of topics, including sexuality, perfection, friendship, identity, the media, shame, power, and much more, Goodan invites us to self-reflect. She reveals how to heal your own inner teenage girl, in order to bring greater connection into your life. Rather than dismissing teenage girls based on our own fears or treating them as problems that need to be solved, Goodan encourages us as parents, and as a society, to help girls unleash their power and celebrate their intrinsic wisdom, creating more healing and connection for everyone. "This book is exactly what we all need right now, for our families and for our future voices in the world" (Laura Dern).
Moving on and Up!
This is a book about my life between 2002 and 2015. Life has many ups and downs. I talk about some of the highs and lows in my life during this period. It involves several changes during that time some of these caused by unexpected deaths on two occasions. I called the book on and up, because I felt, my life had moved on in a good way.
The Magic of Making A DIFFERENCE
In "The Magic of Making a Difference: One CAN Make a Difference", readers are transported into the heartwarming and inspiring journey of an eight-year-old girl with a big heart and even bigger dreams. Through a tender yet challenging relationship with her mother, this story reveals the power of love, resilience, and hope in the face of life's trials. This profound yet simple tale captures a rollercoaster of emotions-despair, scarcity, compassion, and empathy-leading to an unforgettable "Aha Moment" that transforms not only the young girl's outlook but also those around her. It's a story of shifting from "I can't" to "I can," and discovering the extraordinary ripple effect that a single act of kindness or determination can create. Rich with meaning and filled with universal lessons, this book reminds readers of the incredible impact one person can make. It will leave you inspired, uplifted, and ready to embrace your own power to make a difference. A must-read for anyone seeking hope, inspiration, and a renewed belief in the beauty of humanity.
The Magic of Making A DIFFERENCE
In "The Magic of Making a Difference: One CAN Make a Difference", readers are transported into the heartwarming and inspiring journey of an eight-year-old girl with a big heart and even bigger dreams. Through a tender yet challenging relationship with her mother, this story reveals the power of love, resilience, and hope in the face of life's trials. This profound yet simple tale captures a rollercoaster of emotions-despair, scarcity, compassion, and empathy-leading to an unforgettable "Aha Moment" that transforms not only the young girl's outlook but also those around her. It's a story of shifting from "I can't" to "I can," and discovering the extraordinary ripple effect that a single act of kindness or determination can create. Rich with meaning and filled with universal lessons, this book reminds readers of the incredible impact one person can make. It will leave you inspired, uplifted, and ready to embrace your own power to make a difference. A must-read for anyone seeking hope, inspiration, and a renewed belief in the beauty of humanity.
Things You Need to Know
What Do You Need Them To Know?Financial planner Trey Smith created a system to help his family prepare to overcome life's biggest challenges. In his book, Money Does Grow On Trees: The Family Tree: Financial Wisdom For Intergenerational Growth, Trey imparted the knowledge and experience he gave to his own family with you.Now, with this companion book, Wealth and Family Series: Things You Need to Know, you can apply his strategies to help your family overcome life's biggest challenges.The activities inside will help you: Initiate important conversations so you share a greater understanding of your life and legacyDive deeper into who you are and what you want people to remember about youForm deeper bonds by initiating meaningful discussions and sharing family traditionsThis is not just a journal to give as an inheritance. The collection of life stories and important information will be the foundation for strengthening your family.Take Your Family Tree To A Deeper Level Starting Today!
Skiing with Penguins
Few adults, and basically no children, have had the opportunity to visit, let alone ski, every continent on earth. From the remote Atlas Mountains of Morocco to the inhospitable peaks above the ice sheets of Antarctica, attempting to ski all seven continents requires skill, stamina, patience, and persistence. When the Lipp family decided they would attempt to ski on every continent, it wasn't just for the adults. Rather, elementary school age children Keira Lipp and Maddock Lipp, would join their parents on this journey in an attempt to ski on all seven continents. Considering the rigors of the goal, if successful, Keira and Maddock would each in turn break the world record as the youngest person to pull off this feat. To train for Antarctica, Keira and Maddock climbed 14,000' mountains in Colorado and learned the basics of glacier travel, crevasse rescue, and avalanche rescue. Among many other adventures overseas, Keira skied under the midnight sun, they both climbed and skied on the inside of an active volcano, and they both willingly jumped into the Antarctic subfreezing waters.From training near their home in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, to travelling the world in search of snow, the family learned about skiing, climbing, cultures, and cuisines from around the globe. At least as important, they learned about themselves throughout their tumultuous travels.The Lipp family faced many successes, many failures, and many adventures on their quest. This is the story of their journey.
Embrace
Marnie's story in Embrace is an honest and raw portrayal of a mother's quest to understand and support her son Andy, who lives with ADHD, autism, and anxiety, which develops into a deep depression as he reaches his teens. In this gripping narrative, she takes readers through the ups and downs of parenting a child with neurological differences, from moments of frustration to life-changing realizations.The book is structured in two parts-first, Marnie's touching, personal story, and second, valuable lessons learned over the years. These insights offer practical advice and hope for parents walking a similar path. With healing methods that include both conventional and alternative approaches, Embrace explores the profound growth that comes when we open ourselves to new possibilities and truly embrace our challenges.This is more than a story about struggle; it is a celebration of finding purpose, strength, and a deep connection with your child. Parents will find both comfort and inspiration in the pages of Embrace.
Help, I'm in Love with an Entrepreneur
Happily ever after takes work. A lot of work. This is no exception, especially if you're married to an entrepreneur. When you first met your entrepreneurial spouse, you were probably charmed by their devotion to ideas, building their dreams and the inevitable hard work and strong work ethic it required. But the passion infused in entrepreneurial ventures can easily overwhelm your relationship. You may even start to feel like your relationship or marriage has taken a backseat to their dreams and aspirations.Do you ever feel like your spouse is married to their business? It is not uncommon for spouses of entrepreneurs to feel this way. Many entrepreneurs, especially in the early-stage startup phase, bring their work home and haven't figured out how to manage work-life priorities quite yet.The good news is that relationships and marriages are a partnership in which both spouses can make an effort to create a happy, fulfilling, and adventurous love while building financial wealth. In this book, Dr. Frederick D. Acklin will share all the tips, tools, and strategies for keeping the fire in the bedroom as well as the boardroom.
You've Got This - A Pocket Guide to Maternal Mental Health
Maternal mental health matters. During your pregnancy so much attention is given to physical changes, we encourage you to pay equal attention to your mental health. We hope that you will use this book as a guide to establish a mental health care plan. You might be feeling anxious, lonely, afraid, excited or a mixture of many different emotions. Your journey is unique. Talk to your friends, family, and providers about your thoughts, feelings, and mental health during this period of transition. These pearls of wisdom are our gift to you. They are a compilation of years of training and our experiences working with pregnant people and families just like yours. You've got this!
Finding Juniper
For Patrick Doyle, the claim that time heals all wounds is a cruel lie. In 1920, returning from WWI, Paddy finds Ireland creeping toward civil war. Invisible borders separate people, including Paddy and his pregnant girlfriend. With few prospects, Paddy sails to America. However, America is far from the land of opportunity he'd hoped for. And worse, his girl refuses to follow him because of her political involvement.Thirty years later, Patrick has moved on with his life, building a new family. A letter arrives, suggesting the child he'd assumed died may be alive. Patrick's American daughter Mardell pushes him to find out what happened to her sister, named Juniper. Patrick anxiously sails to Ireland.Juniper endured a childhood in institutions, and when she's released, she moves on without the parents who left her. Operating an apothecary out of an inherited cottage where villagers are slow to trust outsiders, Juniper finally finds a home when her grandmother arrives. Just as she feels comfortable and content, her father shows up at her door, bringing shocking news about her mother.Through memories of war, surviving the Great Depression, enduring prejudice, and fighting loneliness, Finding Juniper invites readers on a journey of confronting the past, healing from old traumas, and redefining what family truly means.
Embrace
Marnie's story in Embrace is an honest and raw portrayal of a mother's quest to understand and support her son Andy, who lives with ADHD, autism, and anxiety, which develops into a deep depression as he reaches his teens. In this gripping narrative, she takes readers through the ups and downs of parenting a child with neurological differences, from moments of frustration to life-changing realizations.The book is structured in two parts-first, Marnie's touching, personal story, and second, valuable lessons learned over the years. These insights offer practical advice and hope for parents walking a similar path. With healing methods that include both conventional and alternative approaches, Embrace explores the profound growth that comes when we open ourselves to new possibilities and truly embrace our challenges.This is more than a story about struggle; it is a celebration of finding purpose, strength, and a deep connection with your child. Parents will find both comfort and inspiration in the pages of Embrace.
An Inexact Science of the Heart
A collection of essays covering a wide range of topics: family, memoir, teaching writing, drawing and talent, friendship, spiritual and political formation, community, the soul, pilgrimage, loyalty, theatre, and the enigma of healing.
Blue Memento
What happens when a young boy senses the erotic energy of his grandmother; her adoration of everything male and dismissal of everything female? In Blue Memento, Robert Carr turns to impressions and blurred boundaries from childhood. In a world where every memory is bed-wet yellow, these poems recreate a provocative past with the grandmother he loves.
Raising Loving Siblings
"Be nice to your sister!" "Stop picking on your brother!" "That's a time-out for both of you." When nothing works to stop the incessant battles, where can exhausted parents turn? Sibling expert and family therapist Jonathan Caspi knows that understanding why kids fight is the first essential step to restoring peace. Featuring clear principles, dos and don'ts, and loads of stories, this book shines a spotlight on family dynamics. Dr. Caspi guides you to make an effective plan for managing conflicts, so you can keep a cool head in the heat of the moment. Learn why it's never helpful to compare kids to each other, how to quell sibling struggles without taking sides, when to intervene (and when to step back), and what to do when parents aren't on the same page. Improving sibling relationships can have lifelong benefits for your family. This compassionate book shows how.
Daily Words of Encouragement To Live By
This book is designed to address those issues in peoples lives that has caused them to become depressed, overwhelmed, defeated, hopeless, and without options. This book will help to motivate, strengthen, encourage, and empower you, to face those challenges with confidence and conviction.
Ausome Senses A Parent's Guide to Navigating Sensory Processing in Autistic Children
Is your child struggling with sensory overload? Are everyday tasks like grocery shopping or family events turning into overwhelming battles?You don't have to navigate this journey alone.Introducing "Ausome Senses: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Sensory Processing in Autistic Children", a compassionate guide written by a mother, nurse, and researcher who understands firsthand the challenges of raising an autistic child."Ausome Senses" bridges the gap between sensory science and practical parenting. This book provides actionable strategies, heartfelt stories, and hands-on tools to help your child thrive from early childhood through the teenage years.Inside, you'll discover: How to decode your child's sensory profileStrategies for managing sensory overload at home and in publicTools to calm sensory overwhelmTechniques for nurturing learning and social connectionsAction Kits for immediate, effective steps Packed with real-life examples and evidence-based methods, "Ausome Senses" offers practical tools to transform sensory struggles into moments of growth and connection.Don't let another day go by feeling helpless. Open this book and take the first step toward a calmer, more connected family life. Understanding will bloom into confidence-for both you and your child.
Mother to Mentor
From Mother to Mentor: A Journey of Pride explores the transformation from caregiver to guiding force in the lives of others. In this heartfelt memoir, Ragni reflects on her journey as a teacher with motherly instincts, where relationships go beyond the classroom. Drawing from years of mentorship, she shares personal experiences, exploring the challenges and joys of guiding others to their fullest potential. With a blend of research and storytelling, Ragni highlights how the roles of mentor and mother intertwine, offering lessons on patience, resilience, and the fulfillment of helping others grow. A must-read on the power of nurturing relationships.
heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul
This book is a beautiful collection of sweet, heart-warming poems about soulmate love. It is a must-read for lovers of love. Immerse yourself in the beauty of love, let it touch your heart, open it to beautiful possibilities, and stir your soul with goodness.Do you love, love? Well, let's embrace it. You are in the right place. Take a beautiful journey as you wrap yourself with heartfelt poetry and enjoy the gift of love.Enjoy these deep poems about loving and being loved from a place of wholeness, where love reflects the beauty within.These poems are for anyone who loves love and the excitement and anticipation of a true and enduring love.Who can resist the allure of love?If you found your way to this book, it means that you have either found the love of your life, or you are looking for the love of your life, or you want to explore what love could be.Either way, love is what makes this world a better place to be.Join me on my journey of soulmate love, where each poem is a step, a moment, a revelation in the beautiful, complex, and transformative journey of finding and cherishing a soulmate.We are all beautiful beings of love, and everyone deserves a lovely, deep, rich, soulful experience of love.Enjoy!* Please note that this book will resonate with those who: enjoy poetry from a spiritual leaning. You will find God written in the poems relating to God as Loveenjoy reading about healthy masculinity and femininityenjoy wholesome and pure poetrywant to enjoy a deeply personal experience of someone's experience of love.
The Ultimate Guide For Men With Adult ADHD
Empower your family to thrive, even when ADHD feels overwhelming.Are chaotic mornings and emotional meltdowns disrupting your family life? Navigating ADHD doesn't have to feel impossible. Millions of parents face these challenges daily-and this guide is here to help you overcome them.Parenting Kids With ADHD provides practical, research-backed strategies to transform your family life with clarity and empathy. You'll discover how to: Implement calm, organized morning routines.Manage emotional meltdowns with compassion.Advocate for your child's needs in school with confidence.Foster emotional growth and teach self-regulation.Build consistent, positive reinforcement strategies.With real-life success stories and easy-to-follow advice, this book equips you to support your child while fostering a harmonious and joyful family life. Whether you're new to ADHD parenting or seeking fresh solutions, this is your ultimate toolkit.Start your journey toward a brighter family future today. Click "Buy Now" to get started!
An Australian Country Childhood
A beautifully crafted story of a happy childhood in a time just out of reach and a place at the heart of Australian history. No matter how old you are, this book will let you experience a country childhood through the eyes of a young Australian boy armed only with his wit and charm, and on one occasion, a box of matches. If you grew up in the '70s, this book will spark fond memories, and it might also make you wonder how you survived. If you are part of the younger generations, it will give you a glimpse of what your parents' lives were like at your age.The author has tried to write about the childhood not the child, but the character of the author is apparent and inevitably likeable despite his efforts to downplay his involvement in his own childhood. While to some he is now a respected businessman, to his family and friends he insists that Oscar Wilde was right when he said that 'life is too important to be taken seriously'. He wrote this story for the enjoyment of family and friends, and with their encouragement has published it for the enjoyment of others.
heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul
This book is a beautiful collection of sweet, heart-warming poems about soulmate love. It is a must-read for lovers of love. Immerse yourself in the beauty of love, let it touch your heart, open it to beautiful possibilities, and stir your soul with goodness.Do you love, love? Well, let's embrace it. You are in the right place. Take a beautiful journey as you wrap yourself with heartfelt poetry and enjoy the gift of love.Enjoy these deep poems about loving and being loved from a place of wholeness, where love reflects the beauty within.These poems are for anyone who loves love and the excitement and anticipation of a true and enduring love.Who can resist the allure of love?If you found your way to this book, it means that you have either found the love of your life, or you are looking for the love of your life, or you want to explore what love could be.Either way, love is what makes this world a better place to be.Join me on my journey of soulmate love, where each poem is a step, a moment, a revelation in the beautiful, complex, and transformative journey of finding and cherishing a soulmate.We are all beautiful beings of love, and everyone deserves a lovely, deep, rich, soulful experience of love.Enjoy!* Please note that this book will resonate with those who: enjoy poetry from a spiritual leaning. You will find God written in the poems relating to God as Loveenjoy reading about healthy masculinity and femininityenjoy wholesome and pure poetrywant to enjoy a deeply personal experience of someone's experience of love.
In His Hands
This book contains MAJOR spoilers for 'In Someone's Hands'.Kade has spent years distancing himself from the person he used to be, but when a chance to win the approval of someone he left in the past comes with an unexpected catch-babysitting a girl at work, befriending her-he's thrown into a situation that's as uncomfortable as it is bizarre. Kade is no babysitter, and the last thing he needs is a reminder of the person he's tried so hard to leave behind.The girl, Medisa, is more than just an inconvenience. She has a way of triggering something deep inside Kade. Sometimes it's forgotten memories; sometimes it's the sting of past mistakes; and sometimes it's simply the way she makes him feel-weak, vulnerable, soft, mad. As days go by, Kade finds himself torn between two conflicting desires: to keep her close, or to get rid of her, forfeiting his original prize.The choice soon slips out of his hands and as their connection deepens, the stakes rise, and what started as a simple task, spirals into something much darker and more dangerous.In a world where every decision carries weight and the past is never truly buried, Kade must face the consequences of his actions. Sometimes, you chose your battles, sometimes you are forced back in the arena, and sometimes, the people you least expect can be the ones who change everything.
Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever
In the fast pace of everyday life, the stories of our mothers can often go untold-precious memories and wisdom that deserve to be cherished."Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever" is your opportunity to uncover these stories. It offers a gentle and thoughtful way to connect with your mother on a deeper level.This book is more than just a collection of questions-it's a heartfelt guide designed to help you create meaningful moments, transforming ordinary conversations into treasured memories. With 333 carefully crafted questions, you'll discover the joys, challenges, and life lessons that have shaped your mother into the woman she is today. These are the questions to ask your mom before she dies-questions that unlock her wisdom, love, and the values she holds dear. Each question opens a doorway to understanding her experiences and the depth of her care and love for you.Imagine the lifetime of experiences your mother holds within her-stories of sacrifice, love, resilience, and joy. These stories are often hidden, waiting for the right moment to be shared. This book empowers you to create that moment, to ask the questions that truly matter, and to preserve these precious memories before they are lost.Time is fleeting, and once it's gone, we can never get it back. "Your Mother's Heart" encourages you to take action now and engage in these meaningful conversations while you still can. In doing so, you'll not only honor your mother but also enrich your life and the lives of your children by preserving the stories that define your family's legacy. Perfect for any occasion, this book is a thoughtful and meaningful gift that shows your loved ones how much you care. Whether it's for Mother's Day, her birthday, or simply a moment to reconnect, giving this book is giving the gift of understanding, listening, and cherishing the wisdom your mother has gathered over a lifetime. In a world that often moves too fast, "Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever" offers a chance to slow down and focus on what truly matters-family, love, and the memories that keep us connected. This book is your guide to ensuring that your mother's stories, values, and lessons are never lost but instead passed down with love and care.Order your copy today and start a journey of discovery, connection, and lasting legacy. There's no better time to begin these conversations-before it's too late.
Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever
In the fast pace of everyday life, the stories of our mothers can often go untold-precious memories and wisdom that deserve to be cherished."Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever" is your opportunity to uncover these stories. It offers a gentle and thoughtful way to connect with your mother on a deeper level.This book is more than just a collection of questions-it's a heartfelt guide designed to help you create meaningful moments, transforming ordinary conversations into treasured memories. With 333 carefully crafted questions, you'll discover the joys, challenges, and life lessons that have shaped your mother into the woman she is today. These are the questions to ask your mom before she dies-questions that unlock her wisdom, love, and the values she holds dear. Each question opens a doorway to understanding her experiences and the depth of her care and love for you.Imagine the lifetime of experiences your mother holds within her-stories of sacrifice, love, resilience, and joy. These stories are often hidden, waiting for the right moment to be shared. This book empowers you to create that moment, to ask the questions that truly matter, and to preserve these precious memories before they are lost.Time is fleeting, and once it's gone, we can never get it back. "Your Mother's Heart" encourages you to take action now and engage in these meaningful conversations while you still can. In doing so, you'll not only honor your mother but also enrich your life and the lives of your children by preserving the stories that define your family's legacy. Perfect for any occasion, this book is a thoughtful and meaningful gift that shows your loved ones how much you care. Whether it's for Mother's Day, her birthday, or simply a moment to reconnect, giving this book is giving the gift of understanding, listening, and cherishing the wisdom your mother has gathered over a lifetime.In a world that often moves too fast, "Your Mother's Heart 333 Questions to Ask Your Mom Before She Dies to Cherish Her Forever" offers a chance to slow down and focus on what truly matters-family, love, and the memories that keep us connected. This book is your guide to ensuring that your mother's stories, values, and lessons are never lost but instead passed down with love and care.Order your copy today and start a journey of discovery, connection, and lasting legacy. There's no better time to begin these conversations-before it's too late.
Bringing Judaism Home
It is not our job to "make" our children Jewish. It is our job to bring forth the Jewish soul that is already inside of them. Rina Racket, Educator and Social Worker, describes practical strategies to create Jewish literacy from a very early age. She illuminates techniques and activities that inspired her own three children. Each child reflects on their experiences and the effects these had on their Jewish identity. "Jewishing" your child is no accident-it is a process that takes an entire childhood to accomplish successfully.
You're Being Ridiculous!
A new authorial voice relaying true stories that are likely to both horrify you and make you laugh out loud. Events and conversations are told with pace, humour and humanity as the author shares with you her memories of the situations she has lovingly endured while at the mercy of her numerous foster boys. It is heart warming, heart breaking and heartfelt in equal measures. It is a memoir of sorts but it is definitely not a misery memoir.C.E.A. Forster is youngish, conceivably pushing middle age, although she would argue as to where that line is drawn, and she is just wanting to share with you the trials, tribulations and sheer joy of her time as a foster carer.She writes of the sounds of bystanders that she can still to this day hear ringing in her ears, tutting at her apparent inability to control the children in her care and of the mayhem that follows them everywhere, along with her repeated admonition to them of "you're being ridiculous!" .Claire has experienced those awful questions in the most public of places concerning the differences between boys and girls and has been informed by a six year old on the habits of mating Turtles. Have you ever heard of pee wars? Have you ever crash landed in a World War II plane and lived to tell the tale? Not to mention some of the topics discussed at the dinner table that would make even the most bold of us blush.Claire won't mind you laughing at her or with her and she will leave you knowing, in no uncertain terms, just how much she grew to love these boys and how they will always have a special place in her heart. She hopes that maybe one day they will come back into her life to remind her of their own memories.
Hidden Patterns
Discover the Deep-Rooted Forces that Shape Your PresentDelve into the captivating invisible forces that mold our identity and guide our life's path. "Hidden Patterns: How Childhood Shapes Our Lives" is not just a book; it's an eye-opening journey into the heart of what makes us who we are.Are you ready to explore your own story? This enthralling narrative unveils how family dynamics, parenting styles, and those seemingly forgotten childhood memories intricately weave the fabric of our adult lives. Each chapter unfolds the profound impact early experiences have on our emotional intelligence, attachment styles, and belief systems. Unearth your hidden emotional imprints and gain the tools to transform them into empowering beliefs.Imagine navigating life with an enlightened perspective. With expertly crafted insights into sibling and peer influences, trauma, and cultural impressions, this compelling exploration will inspire you to reframe challenging memories, confront fears, and harness childhood creativity for a vibrant today. Witness the transformative power of recognizing these patterns within your relationships, career choices, and personal growth.Act now to reshape your future. Through practical exercises and resources, "Hidden Patterns" provides you with the guidance to break free from unhelpful cycles and redefine success and fulfillment on your own terms. Embrace this opportunity to discover empowering coping mechanisms, build resilience, and cultivate a growth mindset. Begin your quest for self-awareness and embark on a path to a more satisfying, self-determined life. This book is your companion towards understanding and unleashing the potential that lies within.
