Summaries of books about Parenting & Pregnancy:
The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth
Genevieve Howland
The book provides expectant mothers with a comprehensive guide to pregnancy and childbirth, offering natural and holistic advice for each week of pregnancy. It includes nutritional tips, information on baby's development, natural remedies for common pregnancy ailments, and insights into the birthing process.
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Parenting
14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family
Paul David Tripp
The book presents a framework of fourteen Christian principles that aim to guide parents in raising their children with a focus on grace, the teachings of Jesus, and the transformative power of the gospel. It emphasizes the importance of viewing parenting as a ministry and encourages parents to rely on God's wisdom and character in nurturing their children's hearts and lives.
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Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids
How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting
Laura Markham
The book provides strategies for parents to cultivate emotional connection with their children, fostering mutual respect and cooperation. It emphasizes the importance of regulating one's own emotions, empathetic communication, and positive discipline to create a peaceful home environment.
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Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy
Myra J. Wick
The book provides expectant mothers with comprehensive information on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, including month-by-month updates on baby's development and maternal health. It offers practical advice on nutrition, exercise, common pregnancy symptoms, potential complications, and newborn care, all based on the expertise of Mayo Clinic specialists.
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Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy
2nd Edition: Fully Revised and Updated
Mayo Clinic
The book provides expectant mothers with comprehensive information on pregnancy and childbirth, covering topics such as fetal development, prenatal care, and labor. It also offers practical advice on nutrition, exercise, and managing pregnancy symptoms, with insights drawn from medical experts at the Mayo Clinic.
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A Life Lost
The shocking true story: Jackson Is Haunted by a Secret from His Past
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the story of Jackson, a young boy with a traumatic past who comes into the care of the author, a foster carer. As Jackson struggles with behavioral issues, the author uncovers a dark secret from his history that has been haunting him, and works to help him heal and move forward.
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Cut
The true story of an abandoned, abused little girl who was desperate to be part of a family
Cathy Glass
The book narrates the harrowing journey of a young girl named Dawn who, after being abandoned and subjected to severe abuse, longs for a loving family. It details her experiences in foster care with the author, revealing the psychological scars of her past and the challenges of healing and finding a sense of belonging.
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Neglected
Scared, hungry and alone, Jamey craves affection
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the heart-wrenching story of Jamey, a young child who has suffered severe neglect and is desperate for love and care. It details his journey as he is placed into foster care and the emotional challenges he faces as he struggles to trust and bond with his new foster family.
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Daddy’s Little Princess
Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of a foster carer who takes in a young girl named Beth, who initially seems well-adjusted but later reveals a disturbing secret about her relationship with her father. As the truth unfolds, the carer must navigate the complexities of the child welfare system and help Beth heal from her traumatic experiences.
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A Long Way from Home
Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of a young boy named Anna, who is taken into foster care after being found alone at home. Foster carer Cathy faces challenges as she uncovers the boy's traumatic past and helps him start a new life.
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