Flexible Work and the Family
Building upon the recent global escalation of the remote work phenomenon, Flexible Work and the Family provides timely insights into flexible work's implications for the increasingly blurred work-life divide.
In
A humorous coffee table gift book filled with good advice for building and maintaining healthy in-law relationships. Based on true stories, this book helps break in-law stereotypes and reimagines relationships where in-laws can be helpful and meaningful in one another's lives.
Get Your Programs Here
"Get Your Programs Here," is about Carl Douglas and his experiences as a child Entrepreneur. He loves sharing memories of the times when he ventured out into the big world as a little salesman. At the age of eight, he was driven be helping his mother pay bills. He came up with ways of making money and that made him hunger for more opportunities. Carl Douglas has a collection of stories under his belt as, Little Entrepreneur Presents Determined Mel In "From Door To Door," "Mel's Paper Route," " Get Your Programs Here,"and "I Can Help You With Your Groceries."
Finding Gideon
A horse, a dog, and a long-time dream coming together-what more could a girl want? Since the day I read my first Thoroughbred series book in fifth grade, I imagined crouching over the withers of a racehorse, feeling its muscles bunch together and release with each stride. But I wanted more than an image in my mind-I wanted it in real life. It was my junior year of college when I left home to chase that dream, and for a minute I had it between my fingers. Gideon rode in the horse trailer and Sandi was curled into a ball in the backseat when I moved to Louisville. Within two weeks I was pounding down the track on young Thoroughbreds, impressing trainers with my bravery and skill. But soon, piece by piece, it began to crumble. Holding onto the dream, and my faith, was like grabbing water by the fistful and watching it slip between my fingers. How could I keep going in this land of strangers and broken dreams? How could I trust the God who gives when He's also the God who takes away? But how could I quit when the dream still stirred in my bones and Gideon was out there somewhere?
Questions to ask my grandparents
Are you curious about what the world was like when your grandparents were growing up? Would you like to create a family tree? Would you like to record family stories? Who are the best informants for your family investigations? Older relatives, such as your grandparents, great-aunts or -uncles, or your parents' older siblings. They can tell you their memories of your family from before you were born. Here is a workbook full of those questions and family tree diagrams so you can learn everything you want to know. Have fun! xoxo therapymama
How to Write and Capture Your Family Yearbook and Story
Write Your Family History, Capture Memories, and Preserve Your Traditions!Capture your family yearbook and story with this prompted journal and guide. This book is the perfect way to document your family's life over the course of a year. With over fifty guided questions organized into sections about the life of your family, your monthly activities, special milestones, memorable holiday moments, record your genealogy, and more. This journal will help you capture everything that makes up your unique family experiences. With prompted directions, you'll be able to answer questions like: What activities does each person participate in during the year?What special accomplishments did each of you achieve?What was a typical day in each person's life during the year?Describe some of each person's fears, dreams, and aspirations.Where do you want to be one year from now? Goals and Dreams.And so many more.This story starter and journal offers an excellent means to preserve memories and record your family experiences on your journey through life. Preserve your traditions and memories for generations to come!
Love As God Intended It
In his latest book, " Love As God Intended It," author Mr. Derick Chibilu draws inspiration from 1 Corinthians 13 to explore the fundamental essence of love. As a born-again Christian for over thirty years, Mr. Chibilu has been passionate about promoting Christian family values, and this book is a testament to his deep conviction that God's desire is to see a world where love prevails.The book draws on the teachings of the apostle Paul, who wrote extensively about love in his letters to the early Christian communities. Paul saw love as the most important of all virtues and the ultimate expression of God's nature. He exhorted his readers to love one another deeply, just as Christ loved them and gave himself up for them. For Paul, love was not an abstract concept; it was a tangible reality that should be evident in the way believers treated each other.The book also highlights the example of Christ, who demonstrated the ultimate act of selflessness and love by sacrificing himself on the cross for the redemption of humanity. Christ's life and teachings provide a model for how we should love others, putting their needs above our own and seeking to serve rather than be served.Ultimately, the book's message is one of hope and encouragement. It reminds us that no matter how broken our relationships may be, there is always the potential for restoration and healing through the power of love. By embracing the teachings of Paul and following the example of Christ, we can build strong and healthy relationships that reflect God's love and bring joy and fulfillment to our lives.
Finding My Way
Motivating, Inspiring, and Touching! Dr. Queen Aleka Jackson-Jarrell shares a collection of thoughts and experiences from a Black woman's perspective on love, joy, fear, parenting, sadness, racism, and life. She reminds us that we are all worthy of greatness and that "if you can get to a place where you can sit silently, you will hear your own voice shouting, you deserve the best, you always have."
The Journey is the Gift
Living implies coping with changes, those famous curves that life throws at us. Not everyone hits those curves the same way, but every single author in this book refused to dodge them. Meaningful experiences that change the trajectory of our lives are a part of everyone's journey. Changes we never see coming alter the way we see ourselves and undeniably reshape our way of being in this world. Whether it was a near-fatal accident, an addiction, a loss of one's voice, or unexpected motherhood, the authors of The Journey is the Gift: The Moment that Changed My Story not only survived life-changing challenges, but embody vibrant transformations as miraculous as the stories they tell. This book is not only an anthology but proof that our will to keep living and to thrive beyond just coping is itself the miracle.AuthorsRoberto AlfaroSusan EileenNatalie Zangara FriedlScarlett Green-WrightCrista SalvatoreCammie SmithSabrina VanDine SmithLisa Michelle UminaNatalie Wintle
Miss Bear
"A heart of a warrior may be larger than the size of the child."A captivating and heart-warming embrace of love, courage, and honor. Dedicated to the memory of an amazing parent who guided a child to see in herself the true meaning of love and to develop the courage to move forward. Standing tall, never allowing the vision, or negative perspective of others who bully, to affect the way we view ourselves. Always appreciating our individual differences and not falling for the hype. Understanding that true love comes in all shapes and sizes.Website: iamcharlottestreet.com Charlottestreetchwc.com Email: contact@charlottestreetchwc.comInstagram: charlottestreetlivelylivingLinkedIn: Charlotte Street, CHWC
Vader zijn
That one day dad had a visit with me, I asked him, what that is, being my father. And so, what is it to me.
A Journey Through My Personal Life
A Journey Through My Personal Life narrates Parthenas life as a young Greek child chosen to be sponsored by The International Help For Children in England. Parthena trains and becomes a nurse during the war and then emigrates to Canada where she gets married and starts her own family. A personal look into a life well lived.
I Love Mom
Mothers are a universal symbol of love, care, and tenderness. In 'I Love Mom, ' you will find a heart-warming collection of photos and quotes from children all over the world sharing their reasons for loving their moms. From the first breaths we take to the milestones we achieve, our mothers are our unwavering support, our safe haven, and our forever heroines. This beautiful book is a tribute to all the amazing moms who make this world a better place, one hug at a time.
21 Gems
21 Gems is the debut publication of Lyncia Creado, a writer, drama teacher, interior designer and mother of three. The poet's 'gems' on life are thought provoking and philosophical, filled with emotion. A section of the book contains verses dedicated to her mother, who is the inspiration behind the poets' compositions. The book is divided into four sections - each a raw, honest representation of a different stage of life, and the most burning questions and experiences of that phase, to remind readers of the essence of its most vital components - love, change, memories, trials and hope. A must-read coming-of-age compendium of poems for all!
Slivers
Short stories of personal trauma and the psychological toll it takes on these survivors. Four true journeys of emotional turmoil that would send even the most ardent soul to the brink of collapse and yet each survived the mental imprisonment that shaped their future, for better or worse. Resiliency and the drive not only to survive but thrive, grows in the hearts of these people, who manage to go on in life, partaking of choices and experiences... But at what cost?
Becoming Forever Families
What Will Our Families Be Like After This Life?We desire our strong, loving family connections we presently experience, to continue in the Spirit World and beyond.What is Christ's real plan for our families after this life?This great question is answered here. You will learn about: - What Christ's blessings are for us, now and forever- What the real purpose of this life is for us and our families- What Christ's plan is for those with no family in this life- How we can actually become as Christ is now, and the purpose of doing it- How Christ can lovingly help usThis sequel continues the life story of the Wilkinson family, showing us how to become a forever family. It illustrates how we can view ourselves from an even greater perspective, and shows our true missions in life.Included is a thought-provoking Reading Guide, to assist you to have a much better understanding of yourself. You will truly see the great significance of living this life, individually and with your family, along with your incomprehensible potential after this life is completed. Becoming Forever Families will prove to be very beneficial for everyone.This work also promises to make great reading for a book club.
Good News
Question...Are you one of those frustrated mothers who might exclaim, "Wow, if only there were an instruction book on how to properly raise a daughter?" Yes, or No? If you said, Yes, Good News is here, God answered! Good News, God Speaks to Mothers and Daughters will teach you how to create an intimate relationship with God through your intra-conversations. As you build your intimate relationship with God, you will grow in faith, in love, and in forgiveness. As you grow in love and forgiveness you will be inspired to mend and grow a renewed relationship with your mother or daughter. - You will discover the depths of God's love for your mother and daughter relationship. - You will learn how to create a Godly mother and daughter relationship. - You will learn why God created mothers and daughters. - You will learn what God expects from mothers and daughters. - You will learn how to feel and experience a passionate and intimate relationship with God! The bottom line is God truly cares about the mother-daughter relationship. And that's Good News!
Sisters
Zaria and Zalia have been informed by their father they will soon become big sisters to the newest edition of the Woodson family. The news made Zalia feel nostalgic and happy, leaving Zaria worried and unsure of how to be an influential sister. As the days are whining down for the newest addition to arrive, both girls decide to locate a sister guide manually on becoming the best sisters. A lively conversation with mom helped the girls realize that no guidebook is needed, love and self-concept, and becoming our best selves are already installed within us.
Why your kid doesn't listen and obey you or should they?
Every child is unique, and no generic recommendation will fit every child. This book will help you in understanding your children in a depth that no one had ever gone. Understanding the primordial behavioural pattern supports the development of the happiest children of the world. A paradigm shift in the way you were handling the kids is definitely bound to happen.This book is going to create that magic of enriching your relationship with the children and enhance the child's capability, both at the same time. This awesome book promises to make this the last book that you will ever need for parenting.
The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys
Are you raising a boy with ADHD who struggles to focus, follow rules, or regulate their emotions?When disciplining them, do you often feel like you are talking to a brick wall, and no amount of yelling or pleading seems to change their behaviors?The truth is that these symptoms are equally as frustrating for your child. What you often see as acting up is usually a cry for help. But since they haven't learned the proper self-regulation skills, they cannot respond to their needs in proactive ways.Every child desires to learn socially acceptable behaviors, so they can have more positive interactions with others. However, due to impairments to vital areas of your child's brain, they get a slower start in life.But a slow start does not disqualify them from the race!Hyperactivity and impulsivity can be disruptive when you don't have a strategy for channeling your child's enormous energy. What you need is a comprehensive guide filled with ADHD-friendly activities, stress management techniques, and positive parenting skills to decrease power struggles and improve cooperation.The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys is the parenting cheat code you have been searching for!Inside the book, you will find practical solutions geared toward boys aged 3-17. The chapters explore common challenges experienced as a result of living with ADHD and provide targeted strategies such as: ● identifying sensory triggers for oversensitive boys or determining the right amount of stimulation for sensory-seeking boys● finding suitable self-soothing techniques that help your child deescalate strong urges and cope with big emotions● developing social awareness by improving your child's social skills through effective communication and showing empathyBut that's not all. The final chapter includes a range of age-appropriate exercises to help your child practice some of the new skills you will introduce them to, such as how to create healthy habits, make wise decisions, or communicate their feelings using the DESO script.Parenting is a journey that can feel deeply rewarding when you and your child get on the same page. The good news is that your child's learning and behavioral challenges no longer need to get in the way of building a strong relationship with them.Purchase a copy of The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys today and get inspired to parent differently!
Rebuilding Love
Rebuilding Love: A Journey of Forgiveness and Growth tells the story of Evelyn and Adam, a couple who faced major challenges in their marriage but chose to fight for their love. After years of neglect and betrayal, Evelyn and Adam found themselves on the brink of divorce. But instead of giving up, they decided to work on their relationship and rebuild their trust.Through open communication, vulnerability, and support for each other, Evelyn and Adam found a way to grow and evolve as a couple. They learned to set goals for their future together, support each other through difficult times, and express gratitude for the good in their lives.Despite facing setbacks and challenges along the way, Evelyn and Adam's love for each other continued to grow stronger. They celebrated their milestones and renewed their vows, reaffirming their commitment to each other.But just when they thought they had overcome their struggles, they faced a new challenge: interference from extended family. As they navigated this new obstacle, Evelyn and Adam were forced to once again rely on each other and fight for their love.Rebuilding Love: A Journey of Forgiveness and Growth is a story of resilience, growth, and the power of love. It shows that even when things seem hopeless, it is possible to overcome challenges and build a stronger, more loving relationship.
Life Skills for Tweens Workbook - How to Cook, Clean, Solve Problems, and Develop Self-Esteem, Confidence, and More Essential Life Skills Every Pre-Teen Needs but Doesn't Learn in School
If You're a Growing Tween Excited to Become an Independent and Capable Teenager, Then Keep Reading! - Discover 25+ Essential Life Skills to Guide You Through Your Tween, Teen, and Adult LifeHow prepared are you for the world out there?School can teach you a lot of things, like; how to solve math equations, how to understand complicated text, how many continents there are, and so much more.As a tween growing up, there are so many new things going on in your life right now. There are so many changes happening and so many new things to learn.But, there are some practical things in life that you can't learn in school.This workbook is here to help!Develop, practice, and work on practical life skills that will aid you in your journey of growing older.This workbook will delve into the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that every tween faces and will hand you the solution - from learning how to cook a hearty meal, to managing your money wisely, to knowing what to do in case of an emergency. And that's just the tip of the iceberg! You'll also discover: 25+ Essential Skills to make life easier: Enjoy the growing-up experience, and enjoy becoming a capable and reliable teen. These skills will also make navigating adulthood way, way easier!How to become the best version of yourself: Set attainable goals and build up your self-esteem with this workbook! You'll learn how to solve problems and be accountable for your actions, even from a young age.The steps to becoming a responsible and happy adult: Get on top of your game and ensure that you avoid common pitfalls that most tweens fall into after becoming teens. You'll avoid even more pitfalls when going from teen to adult, too.And more!So, what are you waiting for? Get Your Copy Now!
Living Beyond
April 20, 2017, revealed painful, horrific truths amidst that life-shattering night pierced by red and blue lights. Awakening in a never-ending nightmare, Clemmie-Li staggers and struggles through the fight for survival and sanity. She pleads "not to be this angry," while feeling hopeless, desperately alone, and scared. Will anyone help? This true rendition, condensed from memories etched in the author's mind and words she penned in journals, vulnerably exposes Li's life during the last five years and how she more than survived. For anyone facing traumatic life events, learn how she forgave, healed, and moved forward into living long-forgotten dreams.
I See You, Baby!
I see you, baby! I see you reading, smiling, playing and so much more! Enjoy all the exciting baby can do in this delightful board book filled with bright photographs of adorable babies. About the Baby Firsts series: The Baby Firsts series from Flowerpot Press is the perfect introduction to books for even the youngest of children. Each book features lots of friendly faces that draw baby's attention and build their love for, and familiarity with, books--hopefully planting the seeds that last a lifetime!
What Will Outlast Me?
In her debut essay collection, Sarah K. Lenz explores the question: How do you live knowing you're going to die? Lenz touches on moments when death brushed near, including a house fire, a car accident, and a police shooting, but in each case, the violent and tragic are interwoven with curiosity and insight. With clarity and grace, Lenz takes on a wide-range of topics. From the discovery of a post-mortem photograph of her great-uncles who were killed by lightning to the quotidian pancake-making days with her preschooler son while the COVID-19 pandemic raged, Lenz confronts the complexities of being sandwiched between aging parents and a young child, while also navigating her own thyroid cancer diagnosis. In the midst of this, Lenz finds herself comforting her father, who's fixated with where to spread his ashes in "Driving the Section Line, " and imagining all the ways her baby can die when suffering postpartum depression in "So Many Ways." Though the subjects are serious, often life or death matters, Lenz tells these stories with warmth and wisdom. The narrative is buoyed by breathtaking honesty-and a bit of the grotesque-like a misguided attempt to cook a whole hog's head from her beloved, late grandmother's recipe. This book is a moving, heartfelt meditation on how to face mortality, how to grieve, but most importantly, how to awaken to the ephemeral beauty of the world. This book is a powerful reminder that what will outlast us is those we love.
Relating While Autistic
Are you in a neurodivergent (ND) relationship? One thing ND couples have in common is a tendency to get their signals mixed up. You want to communicate clearly, but miss the mark time and time again. How can you turn mixed signals into fixed signals? You'll find answers in Relating while Autistic: Fixed Signals for Neurodivergent Couples, the third book of the series, Adulting While Autistic.Nowhere is communication more important than in a marriage or committed relationship. You may be in a ND relationship, wondering why it seems so hard to communicate with the one you love. Maybe you're not in a relationship yet, and you know you need some solid communication skills in place before you find the right one so you can make it work. This book is for you.Relating while Autistic offers practical tips, evidence-based strategies, and the keys couples need to unlock their best relationship. It's built on the science of human behavior, relationship research, and what the author has learned from her own twenty seven years in love in a brilliant and enduring ND marriage.Through "Red Lights/Green Lights" you'll learn effective communication strategies as well as what to avoid. The "What Shall We Talk About?" section has conversation starters for Family Meetings that open the gates to discussions about what's important to the two of you. "Date Night Themes" offer creative ideas to refresh and revive your relationship. Another way you'll learn to turn mixed signals into fixed signals is through the stories of four fictional couples. Each chapter also includes "They Say," stories shared by actual ND couples about what has worked in their relationships.This much needed resource is a delightful "how-to" relationship guide for autistic individuals and those who love them.
Lovers, Dreamers, & Thieves
"With a novelist's eye for detail and a poet's gift for language, Cebulska has written a visceral knockout of a memoir packed with vibrant, unforgettable family members and unexpected happenings. Cebulska is a brilliant, big-hearted, and luminous storyteller who can capture a world in a short vignette. I was entirely captivated by these intimate and moving family portraits that have shaped the author's life and work." Harriet Lerner, author of The Dance of Anger and Why Won't You Apologize? "This memoir is at once funny and poignant, wide-ranging and laser-focused, personal and universal. Cebulska weaves memories, family stories, and local history with deftness and reverence, creating a memoir that is both fun to read and profound." Charles Anthony Silvestri, poet, lyricist, author of A Silver Thread "Marcia Cebulska's account of life in Chicago's Polish community is both moving and important. Polish Americans in Chicago are often referenced but have not often told their own story. Lovers, Dreamers, and Thieves captures both the joys and the sorrow of the immigrant/ethnic experience in the Windy City. It is a must read for anyone interested in Chicago and its diverse people." Dominic A. Pacyga, Author of American Warsaw: The Rise, Fall and Rebirth of Polish Chicago. "Marcia Cebulska, in Lovers, Dreamers, & Thieves, transforms the stories of her life into fabulous folk tales full of fantastic and fantastical lore focusing on everything from the holy (a youthful interest in becoming a nun), to the earthly and earthy (her great-grandmother was a blacksmith), to the wholly bizarre (her grandfather produced fake weddings) and shocking (her uncle's connection to the mob and father's arrest). This collection elevates the commonplace book far above and beyond the common, up past the luminiferous ether, settling in the realm of legends that couldn't possibly be true, right? Oh but they are. Now listen..." Andrew Farkas, Author of The Great Indoorsman: Essays, The Big Red Herring, and Sunsphere
Melissa Come Back
"Is that our Melissa?" Patrice cries when she recognizes the woman at the speaker's podium. It is their Melissa-the foster child Patrice and her husband, Bob, haven't seen since she ran away from their comfortable home at the age of eleven. Now, she's a thirty-year-old woman at a fundraising dinner, describing her journey through foster care, teenage pregnancy, abuse, and the loss of her own children to the social services system. In an instant, two decades of buried shame and guilt come roaring back to Patrice: If only she hadn't failed Melissa as a foster mother. When they are finally reunited after twenty years, Melissa and her pre-teen daughters are facing eviction, presenting Patrice and Bob with the opportunity to make Melissa part of their family once again. Melissa Come Back is a true story of resilience that sheds light on the cycles of poverty, abuse, and addiction that plague our nation.
Being a Great Dad for Dummies
Your comprehensive, practical guide to modern dadhood Whether you're expecting or you're already a proud parent, Being a Great Dad For Dummies is here to help you be the best dad you can be! Guiding your children as they grow and learn is one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. But being a great dad isn't always easy. With hands-on, practical advice on everything from babyproofing to choosing a school, your friends at Dummies will show you the way. Today's dads are more involved in their kids' lives than ever before. Late-night feedings, nappy changes, toilet training, school pick-ups -- there's almost nothing a modern dad can't do (except give birth, that is!). If you're looking for easy-to-follow tips on how to care for your child and create a loving, supportive environment, Being a Great Dad For Dummies has you covered from conception to preschool. Author and parenting expert Dr. Justin Coulson walks you through: What happens at each stage of pregnancy and childbirth, and how you can support your partner during this time How to care for a newborn and find support for yourself as a new dad Navigating toddler talk, toilet training, tantrums, and more Activities to keep your child engaged and develop their confidence as they grow How to face unexpected challenges in parenting and lifeBeing a Great Dad For Dummies is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice that will help you become the Superdad your child deserves.
Rescuing Our Sons
Parenting Teen Boys with Love and Confidence"John is the real deal... He knows what kids are dealing with, what their struggles are, where their strengths lie, what they know, and what they need."--Giuliana Rancic, journalist, television personality, and infotainer#1 Best Seller in Popular Adolescent PsychologyDr. John Duffy; bestselling author of Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety, clinical psychologist, and parenting expert; offers 8 practical solutions for dealing with our national crisis of disaffected boys and young men.How to help our sons grow into happy, successful, capable adults. Recent decades have shown that boys are simply not thriving the way they should be. In Rescuing Our Sons, Dr. Duffy has developed 8 practical parenting steps to improve your understanding of your teenager, equip him with life skills to improve his present and his future, and bring your family together.Become the effective, confident parent your teen needs. Raising responsible, confident boys is difficult, especially through the teen years. Dr. Duffy is dedicated to helping you encourage your son's growth with positive parenting tips.Inside, you'll find: Practical and proven parenting strategies for dealing with the common issues that teen boys face, including gaming addictions, pornography, vaping, and drug useNew perspectives and insights on your son's teenage brain and behavior that will help you develop a more meaningful relationship with himMethods for effectively raising a motivated young man who can overcome depression, anxiety, and risky behaviorsReaders of books on parenting teens, such as The Teenage Brain, How to Raise an Adult, He's Not Lazy, or Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety, will want to pick up a copy of Dr. Duffy's Rescuing Our Sons.
Heritage
The issue of adoptees making contact with their birth parents is often a contentious one. The traditional practice of denying adoptees knowledge of their genetic parents creates a very different social reality for the adoptees; secrecy distinguishes them as a separate category of people with suspect family membership and questionable social identity. Karen March examines how some adoptees make contact with their birth mother to manage their ambiguous social status.In The Stranger Who Bore Me sixty adult adoptees discuss the difficulties they have encountered in a world where biological kinship governs. Each of their stories reveals the personal dilemma created by the societal demand for secrecy and the deep pain and intense joy associated with adoptees' making contact with their birth mother. Karen March has created a compelling and informative analysis of this need by some adoptees. Little research has been done on the actual outcome of adoptee-birthparent reunion and most arguments in this controversial area are based on personal anecdotal reports. This book offers the first scientific view of the consequences of reunion. As such it is an invaluable guide for any member of an adoptive triad as well as for professionals and government officials in the field of adoption.Any adoptee, adoptive parent, or birth parent may be faced with the reality of contact. The stories told in this book will help them cope with that event and provide others with the knowledge and insight needed to understand and support those who initiated it.
Social Parenthood in Comparative Perspective
Investigates social parents - people who function as parents but who may not be recognized as suchin the eyes of the law What makes a person a parent? Around the world, same-sex couples are raising children; parents are separating and re-partnering, creating blended families; and children are living with grandparents, family friends, and other caregivers. In these situations, there is often an adult who acts like a parent but who is unconnected to the child through biogenetics, marriage, or adoption--the common paths for establishing legal parenthood. In many countries, this person is called a "social parent." Psychologically, and especially from a child's point of view, a social parent is a parent. But the legal status of a social parent is hotly debated. Social Parenthood in Comparative Perspective considers how the law does--and how it should--recognize social parenthood. The book begins with a psychological account of social parenthood, establishing the importance of a relationship between a child and a social parent and the harms of not protecting this relationship. It then turns to social scientists to identify and explore some circumstances when a child may have a social parent. And to compare legal responses to social parenthood, the book draws on the expertise of legal scholars in nine countries in North America and Europe. The legal contributors describe the existing laws governing social parents, critique their efficacy, and offer new insights. Though almost all of the countries analyzed have adapted to the new reality of family life by recognizing social parents in some manner, the nature and extent of the recognition varies widely. The volume concludes by discussing some of the issues flowing from the decision to recognize social parents, including whether social parents should have the same legal rights and responsibilities as other legal parents, whether all social parents must be treated identically, whether the law should limit a child to two parents, and much more. Families are changing, and the law must adapt accordingly. Social Parenthood in Comparative Perspective charts a way forward by offering solutions to help policymakers consider options for addressing social parenthood.
Feeding Your Child for Lifelong Health
How the new science of "metabolic programming" can help you: Maximize your baby's IQ and development Prevent allergies and obesity Prevent or cure picky eating Teach your child to enjoy healthy foods Protect against family health problems AND make mealtimes a pleasure for you and your child! In this groundbreaking book, two leading pediatric nutritionists--and experienced parents!--introduce exciting new research into "metabolic programming" and make it accessible and practical for every busy parent. They explain: How the foods you choose can optimize your baby's future development, IQ bone strength, and immunity The eight key nutrients to focus on Scientifically based "smart strategies" for working with your child's inborn instincts to build healthy eating habits Food solutions for common problems--including colic, constipation, poor sleep, and hyperactivity How to prevent or deal with food allergies or obesity Easy ways to adapt family meals for kids--with menus and portion sizes for every stage from birth through age six, plus essential tips for food safety What's more, you can teach your child to enjoy these healthy foods and banish food battles and picky eating forever.
Saving My Ten
Saving My Ten by Tayler Hill is a powerful and heart-wrenching memoir documenting the author's journey of overcoming a life-changing experience. It's a book that tells the story of resilience and strength that emerges from becoming pregnant at seventeen. Hill shares with her readers the challenges she faced after experiencing a life-altering event that left her feeling alone, scared, and lost. The author's writing style is straightforward and raw, leaving no room for misinterpretation or pretension. She doesn't try to hide the impact of the traumatic experience on her life. Instead, she presents it honestly, which makes the story all the more touching. Hill's honesty, courage, and vulnerability, as well as the inspiring lessons that emerge from the book, make this memoir one that will remain with the reader long after they've put it down. While this book touches on difficult and emotionally draining topics, Hill offers hope and a road map to healing for others who might be struggling. Her willingness to share her journey serves as an invitation to others to take charge of their lives and to fight for the happiness they deserve."Saving My Ten is a must-read for anyone seeking to better understand how trauma affects individuals and those looking for inspiration to heal from their own experiences.""Hill has crafted a brave, authentic, and emotional story that has the potential to transform readers' lives."Bonus short story piece included!
DBT Workbook for Teens and Parents (2 Books in 1) - Effective Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills for Adolescents to Manage Anger, Anxiety, and Intense Emotions
If You're a Troubled Teen Who Struggles With Controlling Your Negative Emotions or You're a Parent Who Wants to Help Them but Doesn't Know How To, Keep Reading!When you're a teen, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and like you can't control your emotions or your life. It feels like everything is spinning out of control, and you have no idea how to fix it.Negative emotions like anxiety, anger, and depression can really throw your life off balance. They make it hard to think straight, get along with others, and accomplish anything.And as a parent, parenting a teenager is already difficult enough, especially if your teen is struggling with their intense emotions.You may feel like you're walking on eggshells around your teen, constantly worried about what mood they'll be in today or what they might do next.It's normal for teenagers to experience strong emotions and anxiety, but when these problems start to interfere with their day-to-day lives, it's time to take action!The DBT Workbook for Teens and Parents offers a step-by-step guide to teach teens the skills they need to understand and manage their emotions effectively.You'll also find helpful tips for parents on how to support their teens through this difficult time, while promoting emotional growth and healing.Teens will learn how to stay calm and positive even in difficult situations, how to get along better with others, and how to achieve their goals.Uncover: A complete step-by-step guide for you both: Find one book for parents and one book for teens, so you can both begin this health journey side-by-side.True acceptance of each other: Know that as a teen, you won't have to struggle with yourself anymore when you have the support and guidance from your parent to help you through.Life-changing worksheets and exercises: Discover professionally-approved DBT worksheets and exercises to help your troubled teen change their life for the better.And more!Start feeling better in no time - together!So, what are you waiting for? Get your copy now.
Help! I'm a Foster Parent
Foster families are unsung heroes, willing to stand on the front lines for children who can't stand up for themselves. But fostering can also be a lonely journey as friends and family members pull away from the fear of the unknown. We all have a job to do, and it starts by stepping forward and wrapping around those who are sacrificing so much. In Help! I'm a Foster Parent: Experiences From Real People. Hope From a Real God., Nikki Hertzler has compiled the stories of foster families and others who are in the trenches-loving, advocating, and fighting for children who have found themselves displaced from their biological families. Their poignant, transparent stories will help you get a glimpse into the true realities of fostering, discuss ways to support these families, and encourage others on their own foster journey through a daily prayer, Scripture, and reflection. EndorsementsThese stories from foster and adoptive moms will be an encouragement to other foster and adoptive moms. This is hard, hard work. These stories remind us of our humanity, God's greatness, that we are not alone, and how desperately we all need Him. Trisha Porter Backyard Orphans Anyone who steps into the fostering system sooner or later realizes how broken and dark it is. For fostering families, the road is often frustrating and lonely. For the children in foster care, the emotions are so much more than that. That is why we need a book like this. Discouragement is always close by, and the emotions and feelings run deep. But families are not alone. We all need to be encouraged to persevere in the messiness, to love the children who didn't ask for this, to encourage biological parents about whom few care-to be a light in the darkness. Pastor Derek Parker, Lead Pastor Starkey Road Baptist Church, Seminole, Florida As someone who has never fostered, I found the stories in Help! I'm a Foster Parent powerful. The genuine emotion of each devotion is heartfelt. Honestly, the experiences provoked in me a deeper empathy and support for the brave parents who choose to open their homes. But the book provides so much more. It honestly relates to the foster parents' many challenges and offers understanding, camaraderie, encouragement, and hope. This book is a must-read for those desiring a deeper understanding of God's command to care for the needy and the orphans. Lauren CrewsAuthor of Strength of a Woman: Why You Are Proverbs 31
Emptying the Nest
2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished FavoriteEmptying the Nest: Getting Better at Goodbyes, is about change, identity, and mental health. When Morgan Baker's daughter, Maggie, left for college and Baker also parted with nine puppies from a litter the family raised, she collapsed into a deep depression. She eventually adjusted and, with a lot of help, did better when her younger daughter left for school. By the time Maggie graduated from college and moved to LA with her boyfriend, Baker was ready. She prepared by focusing on herself, and what she wanted. Her identity shifted. While Baker will always be a nurturer, she is more than a mother.
Help! I'm a Foster Parent
Foster families are unsung heroes, willing to stand on the front lines for children who can't stand up for themselves. But fostering can also be a lonely journey as friends and family members pull away from the fear of the unknown. We all have a job to do, and it starts by stepping forward and wrapping around those who are sacrificing so much.In Help! I'm a Foster Parent: Experiences From Real People. Hope From a Real God., Nikki Hertzler has compiled the stories of foster families and others who are in the trenches-loving, advocating, and fighting for children who have found themselves displaced from their biological families. Their poignant, transparent stories will help you get a glimpse into the true realities of fostering, discuss ways to support these families, and encourage others on their own foster journey through a daily prayer, Scripture, and reflection.EndorsementsThese stories from foster and adoptive moms will be an encouragement to other foster and adoptive moms. This is hard, hard work. These stories remind us of our humanity, God's greatness, that we are not alone, and how desperately we all need Him.Trisha PorterBackyard OrphansAnyone who steps into the fostering system sooner or later realizes how broken and dark it is. For fostering families, the road is often frustrating and lonely. For the children in foster care, the emotions are so much more than that. That is why we need a book like this. Discouragement is always close by, and the emotions and feelings run deep. But families are not alone. We all need to be encouraged to persevere in the messiness, to love the children who didn't ask for this, to encourage biological parents about whom few care-to be a light in the darkness. Pastor Derek Parker, Lead PastorStarkey Road Baptist Church, Seminole, FloridaAs someone who has never fostered, I found the stories in Help! I'm a Foster Parent powerful. The genuine emotion of each devotion is heartfelt. Honestly, the experiences provoked in me a deeper empathy and support for the brave parents who choose to open their homes. But the book provides so much more. It honestly relates to the foster parents' many challenges and offers understanding, camaraderie, encouragement, and hope. This book is a must-read for those desiring a deeper understanding of God's command to care for the needy and the orphans.Lauren CrewsAuthor of Strength of a Woman: Why You Are Proverbs 31
I Thank God for You (Girl's Version)
"I Thank God for You" is a bedtime tradition that helps tuck our little ones into bed with that "feel-good," secure feeling. "I Thank God for You is jam-packed with messages of love, gratitude, forgiveness, confidence, faith in God, value, appreciation for the small things in life, humor, etc. These messages are crucial in establishing and building upon a strong, solid foundation for today's young kids. No doubt, your little one will always remember going through the motions of this book together with you as a bedtime tradition and these messages and memories will carry them well into adulthood. Please visit my website to download my original music which accompanies this book, as well as my latest book which is called, "Our Wake-Up Prayer." You will find both a daytime and a bedtime version of my original song under the "Media" tab: www.RoseDuffyCreations.com This is a FREE download! Thank you!
We'Ve Got This!
We've got this is Ozsupernanny Angela Jacobsen's guide to all things baby, from pregnancy to school it covers an A-Z of topics plus includes information for weaning and feeding your baby as well as provides healthy easy recipes the whole family will love. Angela combines her 25 plus years experience working internationally with VIP families with her own experience as a first time mother.
I Thank God for You (Boy's Version)
"I Thank God for You" is a bedtime tradition that helps tuck our little ones into bed with that "feel-good," secure feeling. "I Thank God for You is jam-packed with messages of love, gratitude, forgiveness, confidence, faith in God, value, appreciation for the small things in life, humor, etc. These messages are crucial in establishing and building upon a strong, solid foundation for today's young kids. No doubt, your little one will always remember going through the motions of this book together with you as a bedtime tradition and these messages and memories will carry them well into adulthood. Please visit my website to download my original music which accompanies this book, as well as my latest book which is called, "Our Wake-Up Prayer." You will find both a daytime and a bedtime version of my original song under the "Media" tab: www.RoseDuffyCreations.com This is a FREE download. Thank you!
Emptying the Nest
2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished FavoriteEmptying the Nest: Getting Better at Goodbyes, is about change, identity, and mental health. When Morgan Baker's daughter, Maggie, left for college and Baker also parted with nine puppies from a litter the family raised, she collapsed into a deep depression. She eventually adjusted and, with a lot of help, did better when her younger daughter left for school. By the time Maggie graduated from college and moved to LA with her boyfriend, Baker was ready. She prepared by focusing on herself, and what she wanted. Her identity shifted. While Baker will always be a nurturer, she is more than a mother.
The Young Mother
There is a prejudice abroad, to some extent, against agitating the "What shall we eat? What shall we drink? and Wherewithal shall we be clothed" not so much because the Scriptures have charged us not to be over "anxious" on the subject, as because those who pay the least attention to what they eat and drink, are supposed to be, after all, the most healthy. It is not difficult to ascertain how this opinion originated. There are a few individuals who are perpetually thinking and talking on this subject, and who would fain comply with appropriate rules, if they knew what they were, and if a certain definite course, pursued a few days only, would change their whole condition, and completely restore a shattered or ruined constitution. But their ignorance of the laws which govern the human frame, both in sickness and in health, and their indisposition to pursue any proposed plan for their improvement long enough to receive much permanent benefit from it, keep them, notwithstanding all they say or do, always deteriorating.
Lovers, Dreamers, & Thieves
"With a novelist's eye for detail and a poet's gift for language, Cebulska has written a visceral knockout of a memoir packed with vibrant, unforgettable family members and unexpected happenings. Cebulska is a brilliant, big-hearted, and luminous storyteller who can capture a world in a short vignette. I was entirely captivated by these intimate and moving family portraits that have shaped the author's life and work." Harriet Lerner, author of The Dance of Anger and Why Won't You Apologize? "This memoir is at once funny and poignant, wide-ranging and laser-focused, personal and universal. Cebulska weaves memories, family stories, and local history with deftness and reverence, creating a memoir that is both fun to read and profound." Charles Anthony Silvestri, poet, lyricist, author of A Silver Thread "Marcia Cebulska's account of life in Chicago's Polish community is both moving and important. Polish Americans in Chicago are often referenced but have not often told their own story. Lovers, Dreamers, and Thieves captures both the joys and the sorrow of the immigrant/ethnic experience in the Windy City. It is a must read for anyone interested in Chicago and its diverse people." Dominic A. Pacyga, Author of American Warsaw: The Rise, Fall and Rebirth of Polish Chicago. "Marcia Cebulska, in Lovers, Dreamers, & Thieves, transforms the stories of her life into fabulous folk tales full of fantastic and fantastical lore focusing on everything from the holy (a youthful interest in becoming a nun), to the earthly and earthy (her great-grandmother was a blacksmith), to the wholly bizarre (her grandfather produced fake weddings) and shocking (her uncle's connection to the mob and father's arrest). This collection elevates the commonplace book far above and beyond the common, up past the luminiferous ether, settling in the realm of legends that couldn't possibly be true, right? Oh but they are. Now listen..." Andrew Farkas, Author of The Great Indoorsman: Essays, The Big Red Herring, and Sunsphere
Being Gus
This is the second book in the series Embracing Differences. The author's goal in writing the series is for readers to embrace the uniqueness of individual differences. The series has a theme: together, we can be different and still belong! In the first book, Being Charley: Embracing Differences, Charley and his four siblings, all very different from one another, are introduced to the reader. Charley was unlike his siblings: Charley has autism. Being Gus: Embracing Differences is about the oldest sibling and Charley's big brother. Gus enjoys sharing life with Charley and his friends and being Charley's caregiver, confidante, and especially, his big brother. If you are interested in reading the first book of the series, Being Charley: Embracing Differences, you can find it on Amazon here. Thanks for reading about Gus! If you enjoyed this book, I would be very grateful if you would post a short review on Amazon. Your support really does make a difference, and I read all the reviews.If you want to learn more about Charley and Gus, visit my social media pages at Instagram @wearecharley and Facebook Being Charley: Embracing Differences.
Momma Cusses
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Join the millions of fans who love Momma Cusses, TikTok's #1 Parenting Unexpert! There are lots of experts out there who will tell you they have the magic recipe to raising perfect humans. Gwenna Laithland is not one of them. She's one of us. Frustrated, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Her relatable representation of parenthood validates our experiences. In Momma Cusses, Gwenna uses her signature style of snark and sarcasm to explain her interpretation of responsive parenting vs. reactive parenting and outline the steps she takes to raise her kids. Whether you are a parent or someone who has had a parent, we all need to learn how to handle our emotional spirals responsively. Now we can all be in it together by tackling some of the hilarious yet all-too-real scenarios Gwenna outlines in her book, including: YOU WILL LOSE YOUR SH*T: Mom guilt vs. mom shame ARE YOU YELLING OR ARE YOU JUST BEING LOUD?: Get in control of your emotions THE BIG FEELS LOOP-DE-LOO: Get in control of their emotions Accessible, digestible, and rooted in reality, Momma Cusses helps readers with navigating family dynamics and cultivating emotional resilience for everyone.
A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children
A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children (2007), the quintessential compendium of raising gifted children, has been revised! In this new edition, coauthors Edward R. Amend Psy.D., Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, and Janet Gore, M.Ed. reinforce the reliable approaches originally explored in the first edition, while drawing extensively on the wealth of research and information developed over the last 15 years in the areas of neuroscience, psychology, and education. Our children are navigating a world that in many crucial ways is quite different from the one that existed in 2007. The new Parent's Guide to Gifted Children includes issues of social media, screen time, LGBTQ, and bullying. For gifted children however, many of the needs remain the same- advocacy, educational planning, access to true peers, and more. Rich in information and strategies, this edition will be referred to time and time again whether you are entirely new to gifted, completing your "active" parenting days, or supporting a gifted grandchild, student, or client.
