Summaries of books about Parenting & Pregnancy:
Don't let Your Kids Kill You
A Guide for Parents of Drug and Alcohol Addicted Children
Charles Rubin
The book provides support and practical advice to parents dealing with the overwhelming challenges of having a child addicted to drugs or alcohol. It offers strategies for self-care, setting boundaries, and finding a path to healing while coping with a child's destructive behaviors.
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Homeschool Bravely
How to Squash Doubt, Trust God, and Teach Your Child with Confidence
Jamie Erickson
The book provides guidance and encouragement for homeschooling parents, focusing on overcoming self-doubt and trusting in one's abilities and faith to educate children effectively. It offers practical advice, strategies for teaching various subjects, and moral support to help parents navigate the challenges of homeschooling with confidence.
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The Girl with the Suitcase
A Girl Without a Home and the Foster Carer Who Changes her Life Forever
Angela Hart
The book tells the story of a young girl named Grace who, after being found alone at an airport with her suitcase, enters the British foster care system. Foster carer Angela Hart shares the emotional journey of helping Grace confront her traumatic past, build trust, and ultimately transform her life through the stability and care provided in her new foster home.
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The First-Time Parent's Guide to Potty Training
How to Ditch Diapers Fast
Jazmine McCoy
The book provides a comprehensive guide for new parents on how to effectively potty train their child, offering practical advice, strategies, and tips to transition from diapers to using the toilet independently. It includes methods to identify readiness, handle setbacks, and create a positive potty training experience for both parents and children.
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Building Love Together in Blended Families
The 5 Love Languages and Becoming Stepfamily Smart
Gary Chapman|Ron L Deal
The book provides guidance on nurturing love within blended families by applying the principles of the 5 Love Languages to the unique dynamics of stepfamilies. It offers practical advice and strategies for building strong, healthy relationships among step-parents, step-children, and biological family members.
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The Secret Midwife
Life, Death and the Truth about Birth
The Secret Midwife|Katy Weitz
The book offers an insider's perspective on the challenges and joys of working in a maternity ward, revealing the intense experiences of childbirth from a midwife's viewpoint. It exposes the realities of the healthcare system, the emotional and physical demands of the job, and the profound moments that occur in the journey of bringing new life into the world.
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Battered, Broken, Healed
A mother separated from her daughter. Only a painful truth can bring them back together
Maggie Hartley
The book recounts the emotional journey of a foster carer, Maggie, who takes in a young girl named Jasmine, who has been separated from her abusive mother. Through patience and care, Maggie helps Jasmine confront her traumatic past, leading to a heart-wrenching revelation that paves the way for healing and the possibility of reuniting with her mother.
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Between Parent and Child
Revised and Updated: The Bestselling Classic That Revolutionized Parent-Child Communication
Haim G. Ginott|Alice Ginott
The book provides insights and practical advice on how to foster effective and empathetic communication between parents and children, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting children's feelings and the impact of parental responses on their emotional development. It offers strategies for discipline without threats, bribes, or sarcasm, aiming to build a foundation of love, integrity, and mutual respect within the family.
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The Sh!t No One Tells You About Pregnancy
A Guide to Surviving Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Beyond
Dawn Dais
The book offers a candid, humorous look at the less-discussed aspects of pregnancy, from bodily changes to emotional turbulence. It provides practical advice and personal anecdotes to help expectant mothers navigate the challenges and surprises of pregnancy and early motherhood.
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Toddler Discipline for Every Age and Stage
Effective Strategies to Tame Tantrums, Overcome Challenges, and Help Your Child Grow
Aubrey Hargis
The book provides practical strategies and techniques for managing challenging toddler behavior, tailored to different developmental stages. It offers advice on setting boundaries, understanding the reasons behind tantrums, and fostering emotional growth in young children.
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