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If you grew up without a father figure, you may be concerned about whether you have what it takes to be a great dad. Author Kendall Smith, son of a single mother, takes you under his wing, sharing the wisdom he has gathered from his own experience as a father, from observing other dads, and from interviewing various generations of men.

Co-parenting is a highly discussed topic in recent years, as more divorced couples are trying to work together in an attempt to put their best foot forward when it comes to parenting their kids. The worst part about it is that so many of the books out there on co-parenting seem to focus solely on dealing with the children. They forget about the importance of having to also deal with your ex. Society also seems to spend so much time on the how's and the why's of co-parenting that they forget to explain what it is, both on the surface and at its core.

This is an audiobook in the I-Can-Do-It Book series. It helps you to build respect in your child. It gives simple steps for children to listen, respond, and do as they are told, or "mind you". A respectful, mindful child is a child who follows instructions. This is a softer, more direct, and highly effective way to build compliance. Parents will not have to yell, scream, swear, threaten, or even make ultimatums.

How to Talk to Anyone is an introspective guide to mastering communication skills and improving social skills in the age of the global pandemic. This book will help you understand the reason why you struggle with interpersonal relationships and insecurities, providing you with proven methods and techniques that will help you overcome these issues.

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."

If happiness has a hiding place, Roxane Battle may have found it. As a new mom with a divorce decree and a reporting job on the five o'clock news, she landed on a few thorns among the roses as she learned to raise a child by herself while trying to keep it together in front of the camera. Guided by a strong belief things could, and would, get better, Roxane shed a few tears and found a lot of joy. Pockets of joy are what she calls them - moments where it feels like everything is going to be okay.

Most people will find themselves going through a difficult time after a breakup. With the addition of shared custody, everything can swiftly become overwhelming. They may find themselves unable to move on positively as a result of their difficult ex, or they may be fulfilling their role as a parent while combating their ex on the side. This eventually leads to an inability to react constructively and block out one’s instincts after enduring years of gaslighting or abuse.

It's Christmas, and you can't get your child to sleep. Help is here with Mary Fern's Go to Sleep books. Children can often find it difficult to go to sleep, especially at Christmas time when the long wait for Santa is nearly over. It's much more fun to play with friends and family. Their busy minds find it difficult to unwind, and sleep can become problematic. These delightful Christmas tales are designed to help them achieve restful sleep.

Often children can find it difficult to go to sleep. It's much more fun to play with friends and family. Their busy minds find it difficult to unwind, and sleep can become problematic. The story has been crafted to include specific sleep time suggestions. The narration and pace of the story are designed to slow your child's rhythm down and bring them to gentle, restful sleep. The audiobook run time is around 30 minutes, and it will become a part of your child's bedtime routine.

Many single moms find themselves wondering, "Should I go back to school? How much will it cost? How will I pay for it and make the time to do it?" There is a lot of misinformation out there for single moms, and that's why we wrote The Successful Single Mom Gets an Education.

Laurie's message to you... Even if you think your life is over, it isn't! "Where you are" means where you are now, and it can change. It doesn't have to be the end; it can be the starting point for something new. Look, it really is okay to struggle sometimes. It's also okay to allow other people to help. If you're having a hard time, that doesn't mean you have nothing to contribute! Even if you don't believe it yet, you do have something valuable and precious to offer.

The end of the world begins as literal fire rains down from the heavens. Ancient gods are released from their prison, eager to reestablish their long-lost power. But Rachel Deneuve has bigger, more contemporary concerns than a divine war. Her son Adam is in the middle of a fight against leukemia, and Rachel would much rather battle cancer than gods. But when humans begin picking sides and fighting escalates, their home in Baltimore becomes a war zone.

Single parents sacrifice their hearts and souls providing for their families as they work through depression, shame, and guilt. At times, many of them wrestle with low self-esteem, homelessness, and hopelessness, and question their will to continue living a nightmare. It is never easy to raise children alone and even harder to beg for support from the noncustodial parent. I Am Enough is a riveting story about strength and determination that will empower single parents with tools to strengthen their faith, increase their ability to set goals, and practice persistence.

Are you tired of toddler temper tantrums? Has your school-aged child's misbehavior gotten out of hand? Get ready to discover proven tactics that make it easy to positively change your child's behavior and build a loving, bonding relationship!

Mary Fern’s Monster Under My Bed series of stories is aimed at calming down and reassuring children they are safe and secure when they are tucked up in their beds - and indeed, the monster under the bed is there to look after them and reassure them.

Fourteen years ago, Mike Milligan learned he would become a grandfather for the first time. He was surprised to find that there was little or no information available on what it means to be a grandfather, how to make the most of the experience, and how to be the best grandfather possible. Sure, there were shelves of books dedicated to grandmothers - all with cuddly covers depicting spring bouquets or gentle little lambs. But there was not a single book that spoke to him, a 64-year-old grandfather-to-be. It struck him that there were countless other grandfathers out there experiencing this same feeling of neglect.

Naughty Elf needs to help Santa to get some children back from the naughty list onto the good list in time for Christmas - but can he do it in time? Find out when you listen to these delightful Christmas tales, all of which reinforce messages of good behavior. Buy this audiobook today!

As a single mother, I fully understand the highs and lows of motherhood. I understand the tireless effort, long days, longer nights, trying to make ends meet, and search for support. I understand that there's no joy like being a mom and there's no sacrifice that you're unwilling to make for your children. I wrote this text for this reason, to let mothers know that what they're feeling isn't unique, it's normal and there's encouragement. A Mother's Love speaks to the myriad of emotions we face, day by day.

How to show up for yourself and kids in a better way each day, even if you don’t have time or believe in all this positive “mumbo jumbo”. The wisdom shared here will encourage and empower you, simply because you’ll see most single moms go through the same thing.

Embarking in a solo parenting journey is brave and it is not easy. Have you heard all the good intentioned advice but think they apply to more "traditional" families? Have you wondered how to juggle parenting, work, and a social life with a little one in tow, making sure they are thriving as happy kids? Look no more. This audiobook won't teach you all the baby basics, but will be tailored to solo parent life, in a positive way. We deep dive on how to cover the main, basic needs of your baby when you are on your own.