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In Not with My Daughter!, Terry Vaughan gives dads vital information on how to decode the gestures, facial expressions, and verbal statements of all prospective boyfriends. With two daughters of his own rapidly coming of age, Vaughan realized he couldn't water-board every new boyfriend who came through his door. He came up with strategy that all dads can use to effectively "interview" and accurately assess the new men in their daughters' lives

You may feel lonely, abandoned, overwhelmed, and ill-equipped in your life as a single mother, but you are not alone on this journey. God is with you, and if you are willing, he will help you build a strong home and legacy for your family. As a former single mother, Michelle Lynn Senters understands you could use a little soul nourishment. In The Unseen Companion, she explores the 10 needs every single mother has and asks, "God, where are you in this?"

You’re a parent going through a divorce - what now? There is no doubt that you have an array of questions, emotions, and confusion navigating this season of being a newly divorced, single parent. This is not where you ever thought you’d be, but you are not alone. This practical guide is for you. Torrey is not just an outsider looking in, she brings to the table years of expertise as a therapist and a unique experience as someone who has walked through devastation of divorce - she will not let you walk this alone.

When MaryAnne Howland's son was turning 13, she organized a "Black Mitzvah" rite of passage celebration for him. Max is one of the one-in-three children in America being raised without a father in the home. Among African Americans, that number is reported to be as high as 72 percent. To help fill the father-shaped hole in Max's life as he transitioned from boyhood to manhood, MaryAnne invited four men from different corners of her life - an engineer, a philanthropist, a publisher, and a financial planner - to become Max's mentors.

Are you a stressed out mom? Do you want to know the ultimate recipe to living a stress free life? Well this is the guidebook for you. Some topics I am going to cover: Taking care of yourself, no stress lifestyle, caring for your kids, financial independence, pay your own bills, investing in yourself, establishing healthy relationships with family members, avoiding toxic family members, becoming mentally and physically strong, and more.

Year after year, I wasted time because I did not understand time management. As I began a journey of self-discovery and understanding, I began to realize that my daily structure was not organized. The occurrences of the day began to dictate my day, which forced me to be reactive. I could not continue to live like this. I knew I had to make a change quick. Time Management For Busy, Single Moms is an essential listen for moms struggling to maintain a work-life balance. Time is a valuable commodity that no one can afford to waste.

Do you ever lose your patience with your child and then feel bad? Does parenting sometimes feel daunting? Don't worry, you are not alone--that's absolutely normal! You will, however, minimize the frequency at which it happens by learning the skills and strategies needed to understand your child's core needs for emotional safety, connection, and love. It can take some practice, but this handbook will teach you how to follow peaceful parenting principles and develop a healthy relationship with your children.

After nine years of marriage, Toyin M. Falusi, MD, a specialist in infectious diseases, found herself divorced and raising two young children. It was a trying, stressful time, but rather than accept the hackneyed stereotype of the miserable and overwrought single mom, Falusi chose to embrace her new existence. Twelve years later, she’s still leading a happy, successful life. In The Decade After: Surviving Thriving After Divorce, she shares what she’s learned along the way.

Is parenting your teen nerve-wracking? Did you know that parenting teens frequently causes stress levels comparable to those associated with post-traumatic stress?...After years of researching different behavior modification disciplines, observing clients, and her own teenage daughter's behavior, Dr. Viktoria Ter-Nikoghosyan has put together a unique and simple, but powerful science-based formula. This shortcut quickly brought peace and laughter back into her family and will do the same for yours.

If you had told Darlene Taylor that she’d pack her bags after a rocky divorce to move across the country at the request of her ex-husband, she would have laughed in your face. And she would’ve asked to sip whatever it was you were drinking. But that’s exactly what happened—and it changed the course of her family.

Why are single mothers still portrayed as one-dimensional, hot messes? Why are we constantly told that children of single parents will be damaged for life? In this myth-busting manifesto, Sarah Thompson shares her own experience of single motherhood, along with contributions from leading child psychologists, to examine the positive impacts that being raised by a single parent can have on a child. She shares practical tips for dealing with the many financial challenges that single mothers face, and advice on how to navigate work when you’re parenting solo.

In 2015 former England football star Rio Ferdinand suddenly and tragically lost his wife and soul mate, Rebecca, age 34, to cancer. It was a profound shock, and Rio found himself struggling to cope not just with the pain of his grief but also with his new role as both mum and dad to their three young children. Rio's BBC1 documentary Being Mum and Dad touched everyone who watched it and won huge praise for the honesty and bravery he showed in talking about his emotions and experiences.

Create emotional peace when co-parenting children with a narcissistic ex during or after a high-conflict divorce. Create a strong resilient mindset using the power of affirmations combined with journaling and EFT tapping techniques. The powerful EFT tapping exercises, combined with targeted affirmations and journaling, can help you create a healthy mindset and maintain your emotional balance even when your nightmarish ex-partner from hell is trying to rile you up. Created by a therapist, these simple yet effective self-help techniques could be just what you need.

As a teen mom turned doctor, Dr. A certainly had the odds stacked against her. Raised in the crime-ridden streets of Detroit, her family was turned upside down at age 13 when her parents divorced and her mother was shot by a hitman—and survived! Three years after, Dr. A became a teen mom, young and pregnant while still in high school. Despite it all, she went on to earn three degrees and six figures before the age of 30, all while raising her son and working full time! Using secrets that fostered career management for life, she didn’t just beat the odds, she crushed them!

If you are a single parent and have ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or just downright ready to quit, you just picked up the right book! The Three of Us is one mom's hilarious and inspirational story of single parent life. Nothing is held back in this brutally honest look at the ups and downs that can come after the divorce papers are signed. With side-splitting humor, cringeworthy honesty, and motivational tips and advice, this book will feel like a much needed night out with a best friend.

As a 12-year-old girl, Maria Housden's vision of a happy future included everything that society expects girls to yearn for: a home, a husband, and, of course, children. Life had other plans.

The young man’s guide to handling life’s challenges from a decidedly masculine perspective. Increasingly, adolescent boys are growing up with no appreciable male influence. With single motherhood and the overwhelming predominance of women in teaching positions, many boys have no one at home or school they can relate to. Do you know a boy without a positive male role model? How about a young man who could benefit from a simple and concise explanation of the common challenges young men face and the traditional masculine mindset evolved to tackle them?

Too many parenting books are heavy on the clinical advice, but way too light on practical strategies and everyday inspiration. Isn't it time for a parenting book that is both practical and inspirational? Destini Ann Davis is a working mom who has read dozens of parenting books and made all the typical parenting mistakes before realizing that in order to have a peaceful, positive relationship with her kids, she first needed to have a peaceful, positive relationship with herself. Very Intentional Parenting features a fresh, down-to-earth approach from someone you can relate to.

In We Got This, 75 solo mom writers tell the truth about their lives—their hopes and fears, their resilience and setbacks, their embarrassments and triumphs. Some of these writers’ names will sound familiar, like Anne Lamott and Elizabeth Alexander, while others are about to become unforgettable. Bound together by their strength, pride, and—most of all— dedication to their children, they broadcast a universal and empowering message: "You are not alone, solo moms—and your tenacity, courage, and fierce love are worthy of celebration."

What does it mean to be a good parent? Are you a good parent when your child is compliant, but a bad parent when they're not? What if they're perfect at age three and challenging at 13? And what if your child has additional needs? This is an audiobook about parenting styles and what it takes to be a great parent. We know about tiger parents, helicopter parents, free-range parents, but have you heard of Tesla parents, leaf-blower parents and iPhone 6 parents? We can parent in so many ways, but is there a style that actually works?