Pregnancy & Parenthood

Shug & Friends presents: I like Me! Is a declarative book about a 10 year old girl who is comfortable in the skin she's in. Through the support of her loving family and friends she is able to process and understand who she is and navigate through some of life's uncomfortable situations. This inspiring book will make readers reflect on who they are and what makes them unique, so they can also proclaim, "I LIKE ME" too!

The principal mission of this book is to provide a simple and easy guidebook with proven tactics to help women tune into their body's natural "language" and increase their chances of conceiving.The book introduces readers to The Four Fertility Foes ("The Big Four") that may be compromising their efforts to get pregnant. These culprits--inflammation, insulin, stress, and toxicity--are more persistent in the lives of women today than any pre- existing medical condition. Identifying the issue is an empowering first step to taking action. It also provides the know-how to start a dialogue with their doctor when conventional approaches haven't been successful.What makes this book different: The tone of the book is edgy and conversational, making the information relatable, less intimidating, and easy to implement. The style of writing holds the reader's attention and conveys the years of clinical experience and real stories that went into the creation of the book. The content and recommendations are the accumulation of 2 decades of clinical experience of the author, as well as evidence derived from well regarded research in the areas of nutrition, acupuncture, herbal medicine, mindfulness and more.

When you have a mini human running around, things can get pretty messy. Public diaper blowouts, shopping tantrums, teething pain, art projects that end up on the wall?and that's only the tip of the iceberg. But don't worry! 115 Hacks and Hacktivities for Parents of Mini Humans has all the tips and tricks for big humans on the verge of their own tantrums.With hacks for everything from mini human care to travel and toys, this book will give you the extra hand you need to do it all. Divided into helpful categories, each innovative hack comes with easy-to-follow instructions, materials made up of simple items you can find in your own home or local stores, and clean, modern illustrations that make parenting feel a little less hectic (even on the days that you are running on fumes). And watch out for the hacktivities! You can use these hacks that are disguised as activities to keep your mini human busy, making parenting fun for everyone. In a durable and easy-to-carry package, this must-have book can go with you anywhere. Parenting is officially hacked!

Imagine a world where war, tyranny, human rights abuses and ecological destruction are relics of the past. What if the means to create such a reality were in the hands of mothers and fathers, and all those involved in the care and education of children? Parenting for a Peaceful World is a fascinating look at how parenting customs have shaped societies and major world events. It reveals how children adapt to different parenting styles and how these early experiences underpin the adults they become. In this expansive book, Robin Grille draws on revolutionary new research to argue that the safeguarding of children's emotional development is the key to creating a more peaceful and harmonious world. Parenting for a Peaceful World is a book for parents, child health professionals, and adults learning to be whole again. It is a manifesto for policy-makers and a resource for teachers. If the findings outlined in these pages are put into practice, the result may be a revolution of peace, humanity, and a world beyond our imagining.

If you are looking for a fun, informative book regarding what to expect while expecting and the world of babies, Heart to Bump Conversations is a must-read.

Where does one find solace after the death of a father? Who will listen without judgment to grief's flood of fragile memories, insights, regrets? The young narrator of this collection addresses a meandering creek where she and her father spent quiet hours together fishing. "Creek" becomes the confidante who receives her questions and qualms. The Hook Was Very Sharp, examines a shy daughter's relationship with the hard-working, self-sacrificing, gambling, father at the center of her Italian American family. This collection, a family portrait drawn in words, is at once elegy, lament, and praise.This book is illustrated by the author with seven abstract paintings influenced by the Habuku ink-splash style of Japanese painting.

Surprisingly, many couples about to remarry and start step-parenting do not even read a book about it (less than fifty percent do). But education aboutmarriage and parenting does increase marital success. "'You're NOT my dad!' How do I even respond to that? What would my wife want me to say? These problems are so difficult to navigate. I am happy to see this book come along. I can't wait to start cooking!"-Steve, stepdadBarbara Peters shares effective strategies that empower blended families to be successful, such as building trust, working together to create the family they desire, and good advice on what not to say about "exes." The recipe format is delightfully creative to read and practical to use.-Elisabeth Davies, author and mental health counselorI have performed numerous wedding ceremonies for brides and grooms who haven't a clue of the blended family issues to come. This book provides guidance for the conversations couples must have prior to the 'I dos' with the kids. This is a book you must read before you create a mess in your blended family kitchen.-Larry James, author of How to Really Love the One You're WithA Pivotal book from Barbara J Peters, counselor and relationship coach presenting easy to follow recipes for a lifetime blended marriage. Barbara Peters has been helping couples for years with her other books such as The Gift of a Lifetime, Building a Marriage That Lasts and He Said She Said I Said 7 Keys to Relationship Success.This book offers the necessary and critical ingredients of creating a solid blended family. These principles can strengthen the parent relationship. Parents will be providing a positive role model for their children to see and families will become more cohesive by using the recipe of shared family identity. A small workbook section helps the reader put into action the concepts suggested by Barbara. By practicing such principles as flexibility and trust, the two of you can forge connections that can support each individual of the family, even into the next generation.

Asking for help when it comes to parenting can be difficult, but we all need help from time to time. Taken from his live Q & A shows, highly regarded family coach and speaker, Allen O'Donoghue, answers your most pressing parenting questions in the second book of the Parenting in My Pocket series. Allen approaches each question with insight, empathy, practicality, no judgement, and a dash of humour. This book is packed with real-life solutions that are easily implemented and supported by years of proven experience, so you can handle your parenting problems with confidence.

Drowning in the chaos of a loved one's addiction? Grasp this helping hand and discover ways to restore the spirit.Is caring for someone in crisis driving close to the edge? Getting so desperate to aid a struggling family member that everyone's mental health is declining? Is the inability to heal others' pain creating a sense of helplessness and guilt? As someone who's survived every scenario, Jenny Kennedy understands the trauma of those caught up in another's dependency. And now she's here to smooth the way to ending the anguish and reclaiming a healthy, balanced life. Safe from the Storm is an in-the-trenches guide for sailing clear of codependency and taking charge. With a fresh and blame-free approach, Kennedy uses meditations, journaling, daily routines, and quotes from experienced counselors to provide direction, ease stress, and uplift. Feeling the comfort of inner healing, it gets easier to shed the desperation and find the clarity needed to choose the best path. In Safe from the Storm, discover: Boundary affirmations to set healthy restrictions and invite others to do the sameJenny's Truths, to acknowledge the struggles and take specific steps toward self-careLanguage modification to avoid judgment, promote empathy, and achieve understandingBrutally honest lessons on how to stop feeding into unhealthy behavior to enjoy renewed freedomQuestions to ponder that lead to aha moments, expanding self-awareness, and much, much more!One reader said: "I just want to say your book Safe from the Storm, made such a huge impact on me!My husband is now 10 months sober, and honestly, your book was the most helpful I've read.He did a 30-day inpatient rehab, and I started counseling at the same facility.Since his 1 year soberversy is coming up, I have been trying to think of ways I can give back. Your book keeps coming to mind; if they had offered that book when he was checked in, I think it would have been extremely helpful. They have added it to the list of books they recommend for families!"Safe from the Storm is an essential resource for permanently calming the emotional seas. Finding wisdom derived from experience, holistic approaches, and community will make it easy to love Jenny Kennedy's light at the end of the tunnel.Buy Safe from the Storm to navigate toward hope today!

Your military career does not need to get in the way of your connection with your daughter.If you are a veteran or an active military member who struggles to find the time to connect with your daughter 1-on-1, you find yourself saying you will connect with her on your "day off" but that day off doesn't happen because the mission comes first, or your daughter's teachers, caregivers, and family know more about her than you do - this book is for you! Motherhood is tough. Parenting, while in the military, is tough.In this book, Growing In Love Together - A Military Mother's 90-day Guide to a Greater Connection with Her Daughter, you will learn to take simple daily actions that help establish a firm foundation of trust, open communication, and unconditional love in your relationship. With each day that you connect, remember to remove the U in guilt and GILT (Grow In Love Together). Make a commitment to remind yourself that the journey you are on with your daughter isn't just about you. It is about what you do TOGETHER.

What is ninkatsu? Who promotes and governs this "active pursuit of pregnancy?" Trying to answer these questions, this unprecedented publication exhibits how mass media, policymakers, and biomedical science-corporate capitalism govern the individual's reproductive choices in contemporary Japan through gendered discourses of self-improvement, life planning, and biomedical technology. Analyzing a broad range of media, popular science, and government material, it links historical and social processes with an original theoretical framework on self-governance, neoliberalism, and postfeminism. While deeply engaging with Japanese sources, this rich scholarship takes the study of reproductive politics beyond Japan. This book is not only of interest for Japanese studies scholars but more broadly also those curious about neoliberal government strategies, gender, and biomedical capitalism.

In I'll Give It to You Straightish, Max provides real talk about what teens want their parents to know, from sexuality and gender to school pressures and social media. In a conversational style, Max opens up her virtual diary to give parents insights into stresses of Covid and post-Covid teen life, what they are really talking to their friends about on Snapchat, and what support they want from their families. Dr. Ho provides additional expertise for parents, as well as warning signs and next steps for when your teen needs additional support.

Attention first-time (and experienced) parents!It's a big deal to learn the signs of when your child has to go, and teaching them how to wipe can be a struggle. But fear not, this picture book will take you through the great post-diaper adventure.Adding humor to a messy situation will guarantee a positive outcome.

In Forms of Collective Engagement in Youth Transitions, renowned and emerging sociologists analyse new phenomena of collectivity among young people around the globe.