This book is an instruction manual (toolkit) for caregivers of troubled youth or youth who need hope. It is a companion book to "No Matter What There's Always Hope", a hope-based interactive devotional for young people who have lost hope or feel hopeless due to childhood trauma or adverse childhood circumstances. It is designed to instill or renew hope and to give caregivers tools and strategies to help youth overcome the Terrible Ds (despair, despondency, depression, disappointment, discouragement, disheartenment, and disillusionment.)
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here. But God, an autobiographical life's journey, by Dr. Barbara "Mom" Bean, is a naked testimonial, and prescription for victory with God's help. It is a reality that life is difficult, as it is a hard schoolmaster because it gives us first the test and then we learn the lesson. Through this book, you will find instruction on how to set aside mediocrity and complacency. It will inspire you to join the special mission of walking a path in a spiritual realm, that has been experienced by the author. This book will give guidance, hope and inspiration to a generation of believers with a different perspective on Christian living. It is my prayer that this book will become the instrument God uses to remove spiritual blindness and the tool used by God's people to possess the land that Jesus conquered through His sacrifice at the cross. Bishop Harold Edwards Church of God, Dallas Texas Evangelist Barbara Bean was born in North Carolina. Her family moved to Los Angeles, California where she completed her formal education. Married to the Elder Leslie Bean for nearly 50 years. They have five adult children: Kevin, Karen, Da'Niel, Ola and Les Jr. Evangelist Bean was called to the ministry in April 1969 and has ministered on skid row, boy's camps, women's prison, convalescent homes, television, radio, ministering in the Virgin Islands, Freeport Haiti, as well as locally. She is the founder and CEO of Outreach/Breakthrough Ministries, established in 1975. Evangelist Bean is totally involved in the music ministry, having served under Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, Dr. Judith McAllister, Elder Tony McGill, and Evangelist Markita Knight, and Elder Donnell Wright State Minister of Music So. Cal. Jurisdiction 1. A song writer, director, writer and producer of plays and concerts, she is dedicated to serving God and the community.
From diaper duty to soccer practice-and everything else-parenthood is a constant, complicated endeavor that isn't always well supported. Dr. Stacy Cary-Thompson offers a practical approach to the intricacies of parenting. She emphasizes that our perspectives influence our priorities and our priorities influence our behaviors. Therefore, we must be intentional in order to give the best of ourselves to the children we raise. She draws on observations from her work, research, and her own sorrows and victories as a mother.Written in an accessible and engaging style, The Fine Print: Between the Lines of Parenting, Children, and Relationship-Building:confronts the many layers of parenthood,offers parents a solid understanding of human relationships, andacknowledges that everyone is more than a single identity while offering parents ways to honor that truth within themselves and their children.¿An invaluable resource for navigating emotions, hard conversations, and self-care, this book reminds us that with intentionality, we have the power to transform lives for generations.
Congratulations, new parents! This lushly illustrated keepsake book will help you collect memories of your (very tiny) kid all through childhood.
He sacrificed his family for ambition - but now they're all he has left.Cameron Parrish became Hollywood's #1 action director by refusing to use AI-assist technology. Every film is a box office success, but neither fame nor fortune makes up for the fact that Cameron's dying to make real cinema - an Oscar-worthy movie that will show the world he's an auteur, not the clever hack that the critics make him out to be.But mere hours after being greenlit for the film he knows he was born to shoot, director Cameron Parrish is diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. There's no treatment, and if he's lucky, he might make it another year, but more likely, he's got a few months left.As word gets out about his illness, Cameron realizes he has no true friends. No real family either: his obsession with finding perfection behind the camera lens has long since alienated his ex-wife and his adult son.Desperate to make his final days matter, he signs up for an experimental program that promises to help him discover the meaning of his life - and his death. Accompanied by an artificial intelligence named Sofia, Cameron embarks on a bucket list journey - from the Maldives and Bhutan to Toledo and Morocco - designed to round out his unbalanced life and help him make peace with his impending death. But what if it's too late for Cameron to see the world through a new lens?Eat, Pray, Love meets The Bucket List in this vibrant but poignant story exploring the possibility of second chances and the unexpected beauty of an imperfect life.
This Element explores multi-faceted linkages between feeding and relationship formation based on ethnographic case studies in Morocco, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and Costa Rica. Research demonstrates that there are many culturally valued ways of feeding children, contradicting the idea of a single universally optimal feeding standard. It demonstrates further that in many parts of the world, feeding plays a central role in bonding and relationship formation, something largely overlooked in current developmental theories. Analysis shows that feeding contributes to relationship formation through what we call proximal, transactional, and distal dimensions. This Element argues that feeding practices can lead to qualitatively distinct forms of relationships. It has important theoretical and practical implications, calling for the expansion of attachment theory to include feeding and body-centered caregiving and significant changes to global interventions currently based on 'responsive feeding.' This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
Who are the best informants for your family investigations? Older relatives, such as your grandparents, great-aunts or -uncles, or your parents' older siblings. They can tell you their memories of your family from before you were born.Here is a workbook full of those questions and family tree diagrams so you can learn everything you want to know.
Soothe your child and soothe yourself, with the loving language of lullabies, viewed through the lens of modern neuroscience. This family-friendly collection of pictures, stories, and songs gathered across four continents and five generations helps establish the bonds of a lifetime while transforming a crying and fussy child into a slumbering lamb. Proven personalized nap & bedtime routines and calming techniques update the ancient wisdom of over 20 cultures with current brain and relationship knowledge.The singer's personal tale reads in a couple of minutes. Beautiful watercolors envision the story-tellers or their songs. The science sections have icons to indicate whose brain is changing. The neuroscience facts are fully end-noted with references and links. The glossary of terms is written from the viewpoint of the baby or toddler.Lullaby Wisdom can be read in any order. Opening it to any song gives an experience of personal history, sleep routines, and beauty. The lullaby pages are laid out with the story above/science below, on one page, and watercolor above/music staff below, on the opposite page. Each song includes a web link to download and hear the easy-to-learn lullabies sung, usually in the voices of the care-givers who use them. There is also a section of Simple Soothers for times when words are just too stimulating.The book was based on 10-year process of interviewing people to collect their oral histories of soothing music. In keeping with her long-held interest in how music can help heal and connect us, the author researched the relevant neuroscience to support the narratives. Lullaby Wisdom emphasizes the importance of positive social interactions during the first 3 years for developing happiness, joy, purpose, exploration, and a zest for life. These interactions of touch, holding, sound, singing, humming, and eye contact in this critical phase of development actually wire the brain to access its compassion, kindness, problem solving, and ethical responsibility. A comforting book to immerse in or just relax with, Lullaby Wisdom is also a perfect gift for baby showers, new baby, new grandparents, expectant or new mothers, and anyone who wants to soothe another of any age with touch, image, and/or sound.
As a parent, it's easy to feel like your dreams and aspirations have to take a backseat to your responsibilities. But what if you could pursue your passions while still being an incredible parent? This question has been pondered by some of the most brilliant minds throughout history, and it's one that parents continue to grapple with today.At a young age, we all want to understand our place in the world and how we can make a meaningful contribution. However, as we mature and become parents, our focus can shift entirely to our children, leaving us feeling like we have to abandon our personal goals and dreams.Balancing the demands of parenting with the pursuit of our own passions can be an overwhelming challenge. In this book, the author takes us on a journey of self-discovery, sharing their experiences of navigating this critical role while pursuing their own aspirations.Through relatable anecdotes and practical advice, this book empowers parents to rediscover their passions and connect them to their purpose. Whether you're a new parent or an experienced one, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to thrive in their role as a parent while also pursuing their dreams. So take that first step towards a fulfilling life, and discover the power of pursuing your passions as a parent.
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Are you ready to handle the challenges that come with supporting your partner during pregnancy and parenting a newborn? Do you know what to expect?Your partner has announced that she is pregnant! Congratulations dad-to-be! Welcome to fatherhood. Now what? Are you filled with joy and confidence in your ability to handle the pregnancy, childbirth, and dad duties?Are you filled with an overwhelming sense of anxiety?You have so many questions. What is your role during pregnancy? Is there anything you can do to make the process easier and smoother for the mom-to-be? What is your role during childbirth? Can you handle all this financially, emotionally, or physically with all that is already on your plate? Will you be a hands-on or hands-off new father?Do you know what healthcare professionals to consult and what tests are needed when?Will you have time for yourself or your relationship? Will you have a minute to yourself ever again?This book will help you answer many of your burning questions about being a first-time father and point you in the direction where you can get the rest answered. It aims to help new dads get the information they need to gain the confidence to approach parenthood head-on.In this book, you will discover...Pregnancy for men: how to Support your partner during pregnancy, childbirth, and beyondHow to get the support you need to handle these new challengesThree powerful tips to keep your relationship satisfaction from decliningBirthing options and how to create a birth planWeek-by-week guidance on the physiology of pregnancy, labor, and birthHow to recognize the signs and stages of laborOptions for pain management during laborPostpartum care and recoveryFinancial considerations of expanding your family5 Tips for self-care and finding balance between family work10 must-see new dad hacks...and much more.Becoming a new dad is the toughest thing you will ever do. And there is no perfect way to do it.You may feel overwhelmed, unqualified, and confused about what to do. With the right knowledge, you can tackle the challenge head-on... and enjoy the journey as well.We all have doubted ourselves at some point, but millions of men accept the challenge each year with great success and a sense of fulfillment. And so can you!Makes a great gift for the first-time dad and new parents.
Ser mãe é uma das experiências mais transformadoras que uma mulher pode ter em sua vida. A maternidade é um papel complexo e desafiador, que exige muito esforço, dedicação e amor. Uma mãe é responsável por cuidar de seus filhos, desde o momento em que estão no útero até a idade adulta. Ela é uma guia, conselheira, protetora e amiga, sempre presente para apoiar e encorajar seus filhos em todas as fases da vida.Ser mãe envolve muitas responsabilidades e sacrifícios. Durante a gravidez, a mãe precisa cuidar de sua saúde e do desenvolvimento do feto, garantindo que seu bebê nasça saudável e forte. Depois do nascimento, a mãe deve estar sempre atenta às necessidades de seu filho, cuidando de sua alimentação, higiene, saúde e educação. À medida que seus filhos crescem, a mãe desempenha um papel fundamental no desenvolvimento de sua personalidade, habilidades e valores.Ser mãe também é um papel emocionalmente desafiador. As mães experimentam muitas emoções intensas, como amor, alegria, preocupação e medo, enquanto criam seus filhos. Elas precisam lidar com as dificuldades e desafios do dia a dia, como doenças, conflitos e problemas escolares, e estar sempre prontas para apoiar seus filhos emocionalmente.
Thriving As A Mom Without A Mom combines the storytelling magic of a memoir with the healing energy of a personal growth book. Navigating motherhood without the help and guidance of a supportive mom in your life is hard. Whether your loss is because of distance, emotional disconnection, or death, you'll find comfort and support to heal from grief and build a mom community in this gentle and helpful guide.Clinical psychologist and mom without a mom, Melissa Reilly, Psy.D. openly shares her touching story while weaving in the experiences and insights of other women who also parent without a mom. Learn to foster a mom identity that feels wonderful and thrive as the mom you were meant to be.
Reveals the candid thoughts and feelings of those most directly involved in adoptions: the adoptee, the adopters, and the birth parents.Adoption Unfiltered authors Sara Easterly (adoptee), Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard (birth parent), and Lori Holden (adoptive parent) interview more than 30 adoptees, 20 birth parents, a dozen adoptive parents, and several industry professionals¿all sharing candidly about the challenges in adoption. While finding common ground in the sometimes-contentious space of adoption may seem like a lofty goal, it reveals the authors¿ optimistic aim: working together with truth and transparency to move toward healing. Flipping the typical script, in which adoptive parents take the lion¿s share of the narrative, this book leads with adoptee stories then moves on to stories of challenges and perspectives of birth parents¿so often marginalized and silent. The third section offers narratives from adoptive parents who are working through their unique challenges. We also hear from adoption professionals, who share the challenges of operating ethically amid rampant unethical practices in the unregulated world of finding infants and children for homes. Finally, we hear from activists and adoption-competent therapists, offering their ideas to make adoption policies and practices better for all involved. Adoption is a beautiful experience but has challenges just like any other relationship or family system. The unique perspectives found here can help to smooth out the rough spots, celebrate the joys, and provide comfort and confirmation for everyone involved in the adoption journey.
This book examines Australian parental leave provisions and compares them with their counterpart provisions in Canada, Germany, and Switzerland. Following comparison and analysis, recommended amendments to the Paid Parental Leave Act 2010 (Cth) are provided.
Mothers aren't supposed to be angry. Still, Minna Dubin was an angry mum: exhausted by the gruelling, thankless work of full-time parenting and feeling her career slip away, she would find herself screaming at her child or exploding at her husband.When Dubin pushed past her shame and talked with other mothers about how she was feeling, she realized that she was far from alone. Mum Rage is Dubin's ground-breaking work of reportage about an unspoken crisis of anger sweeping the country-and the world. She finds that while a specific instance of rage might be triggered by something as simple as a child who won't tie her shoes, the roots of the anger go far deeper, from the unequal burden of childcare shouldered by mums to the flattening of women's identities once they have kids. Drawing on insights from mums across the spectrum of race, sexual orientation, and class, she offers practical tools to help readers disarm their rage in the moment, while never losing sight of the broader social change we need to stop raging for good.
This is a comprehensive and accessible guide that takes a compassionate, person-centred approach to weaning which accounts for the complex emotional and physical challenges mothers may face during this process. It empowers parents to make informed, confident decisions that keep both parent and child wellbeing at heart.
This is a pioneering and authoritative text for yoga practitioners offering a comprehensive overview of postpartum conditions and how yoga therapy can be best utilised to help the postpartum healing journey. Complete with downloadable classes and worksheets this is a must-have resource for yoga therapists interested in women's health.
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