Summaries of books about Parental Relationships:
The Freelance Mum
A flexible career guide for better work-life balance
Annie Ridout
The book provides guidance and practical advice for mothers looking to pursue freelance work, offering strategies to balance their professional ambitions with their family life. It covers topics such as building a personal brand, managing time effectively, and finding freelance work that fits around childcare responsibilities.
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Mending the Broken Bond
The 90-Day Answer to Repairing Your Relationship with Your Child
Frank Lawlis
The book provides a 90-day program designed to help parents reconnect and strengthen their relationships with their children, focusing on understanding and addressing emotional and behavioral issues. It offers practical advice, exercises, and techniques to improve communication, build trust, and foster a more loving and supportive family dynamic.
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Minimalist Parenting
Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less
Asha Dornfest|Christine Koh
The book provides guidance on simplifying family life by focusing on less materialism and over-scheduling, advocating for a more relaxed approach to parenting that prioritizes meaningful connections and experiences. It offers practical tips and strategies for decluttering schedules and spaces, while encouraging parents to trust their instincts and find a balance that works for their unique family dynamics.
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Ambitious Like a Mother
Why Prioritizing Your Career Is Good for Your Kids
Lara Bazelon
The book challenges the societal expectation that mothers should prioritize their children over their careers, arguing that women can be both ambitious professionals and good parents. It provides evidence and personal anecdotes to support the idea that children can benefit from having a mother who is fulfilled and engaged in her work.
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Getting to 50/50
How Working Parents Can Have It All
Sharon Meers|Joanna Strober
The book presents strategies and insights for achieving a balanced partnership in parenting and work, advocating that both men and women can share equally in professional success and family responsibilities. It offers practical advice on navigating workplace dynamics, managing household duties, and maintaining a healthy relationship while raising children.
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