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The moment Diane Burke, an author and mother of two grown sons, received an unexpected certified letter in the mail, she had no idea her life would be shaken to its core. Memories of a past she had buried more than forty years ago suddenly resurfaced and she wasn't prepared to deal with them. Steve Orlandi, happily married, father of two and step-father of three, was living the typical middle class American life. But since the age of eight, when he discovered he was adopted, he had led that life dealing with inner questions about his self-identity and genetic history.

Full of honest advice and inclusive options, Why Did No One Tell Me This? is the funny, personality-filled, illustrated guide to pregnancy, birth, and beyond that modern parents have been waiting for. Pregnancy and childbirth are full of big questions -- what if my baby is enormous? Will my...

Whether you just want to create a neutral, ""business"" partnership with the ""other woman"" in your life—or actually, gulp, become friends—they show you how to reach your goal through ten powerful steps...

""Ainsley Arment has emerged as one of the most prominent voices in [this] grass-roots community."" — New York Times As parents, we dream of creating a magical childhood for our kids, yet it can be so easy to slip into autopilot. Ainsley Arment-- a mother of five, founder of the thriving...

QUANDO O AMOR É O CAMINHO PARA A CURA Em um domingo de sol, a publicitária Lau Patrón corria pelo parque tentando alcançar o seu filho João Vicente, um menininho alegre e destemido de um ano e meio, que ela sempre chamou de Leãozinho. No outro dia, assistia ele sofrer uma crise violenta e...

Is my baby not well? When can I introduce my baby to solid foods? Becoming a new mother can be an exciting yet overwhelming time. No matter how prepared you are, there will always be many confusing moments, opinions and a whole lot of drama! And just like any other new mom, Esha Deol Takhtani...

Fugitives from a man as alluring as he is violent, Andrea Jarrell and her mother develop a powerful, unusual bond. Once grown, Jarrell thinks she's put that chapter of her life behind her - until a woman she knows is murdered, and she suddenly sees that it's her mother's choices she's been trying to escape all along. Without preaching or prescribing, I'm the One Who Got Away is a life-affirming story of having the courage to become both safe enough and vulnerable enough to love and be loved.

After her six-year-old daughter puts a hammer through a wall, Megan Williams decides to abandon a career as an academic and become a police officer. It's not lost on her that she may have applied to the Police Academy to escape the realities of mothering twins born via IVF at twenty-nine weeks. As the twins grow and test her endlessly, she feels she is failing. She needs a win. During a grueling application process, Megan measures herself against the other candidates and confronts the normative notions of what it is to be a good mother.

Everyone wants their family to be happy, but so much gets in the way: work stress, commitments and our children’s challenging behaviour are some everyday obstacles. As a result, families can seem fragmented, stressful and out of control. 21 Days to a Happier Family is packed with effective strategies that are easy to put into place and reap fast rewards. Justin Coulson uses positive psychology and the latest research to help parents identify and develop habits that will strengthen their family.

Disillusioned with overly competitive organized sports and concerned about her lively daughter’s growing shyness, author Angie Abdou sets herself a challenge: to hike a peak a week over the summer holidays with Katie. They will bond in nature and discover the glories of outdoor activity. What could go wrong? Well, among other things, it turns out that Angie loves hiking but Katie doesn’t. Hilarious, poignant, and deeply felt, This One Wild Life explores parenting and marriage in a summer of unexpected outcomes and growth for both mother and daughter.

“Brave. Compelling. Provocative. ” —Gabrielle Union Wade, actress and New York Times bestselling author In this moving memoir, Shirley Smith, wife of NBA Champion and All-Star J. R. Smith, tells the story of giving birth to one of the youngest premature babies to survive—using her...

Aprender a ser padre/madre no es fácil, aquí algunos tips para hacerlo con una visión de pareja y para que esta etapa que será para siempre no influya de manera negativa con la relación...

Becoming a mother for the first time is an incredible, life-changing experience, but it can also feel overwhelming and chaotic. That's why we've curated this exclusive bundle to provide you with the essential guidance and time-saving strategies you need to embrace motherhood with grace. By investing in this extraordinary audiobook bundle, you'll gain access to the combined wisdom of two essential resources for first-time mothers.

A supportive guide for busy parents who want to connect more and stress less. In our stressed-out culture, too many parents are just coping rather than thriving, juggling demands on their time and energy, and tuning out their inner voices and deeper visions for family life in order to keep their...

Norma Herrera y Mariana Rivera, madresposas y amas de casa por convicción, muchas veces, con uno que otro secreto de su pasado, nos muestran porque el matrimonio y la maternidad también es una manera de ejercer la libertad de una mujer. Muchas veces se piensa que una mujer libre no es ni madre...

Every child wants to be seen, known, and accepted for who they are. As parents, it’s our privilege to help our kids know they are valued and loved. Becoming an Intentional Family is a practical resource for creating a home where children feel that sense of security and belonging. This book explores these five areas: family, marriage, parenting, home, and outreach. It is a resource for parents to find new ways to give their children the gift of belonging, create meaningful memories, and build self-confidence.

Motherhood is one of life’s most joyful yet most difficult gifts. We are eager to get it "right," yet parenting usually highlights our weaknesses and leaves us worried about our mistakes. These hope-filled, positive devotions recognize the realities and pressures, joys and disappointments of motherhood and will give you a precious reminder of grace from God’s word to hold onto each day. They will help you to trust that God’s grace is enough for you and your kids.

A mother's job is never done, but in this book she gets the praise she deserves. Children from 8 to 80 share their words of gratitude and appreciation in this new collection of stories for moms. Daughters and sons relate tales of love and learning, celebrating moms, their wisdom, and all that they do. These stories of special memories, loving and hard lessons, unforgettable moments, laughter and tears, and support and encouragement will bring any mom joy, inspiration, and amusement.

Motherhood is a personal journey of self-discovery. From feeling delight and wonder, to challenged and overwhelmed – often, all in one day! FLOURISH for Mums is your perfect companion to cultivate 21 healthy ways to let go of unrealistic expectations and create space to celebrate your unique parenting pathway. Filled with uplifting anecdotes and supportive strategies, while busting big misconceptions – this is personal, yet universal in its strong, yet gentle message.

Are you mom enough? The cover of a popular magazine asked this haunting question in bold red letters that hung over the startling image of a young mother nursing her four-year-old. When the issue hit newsstands, it re-ignited a longstanding mommy war in American culture.