Pregnancy & Parenthood

Are teens of ordinary church-going families safe from alcohol and drug addiction?The answer is a resounding no!In Our Story: An Ordinary Family on an Extraordinary Journey, Carol Peterson shares her family's journey as an ordinary church-going family who gradually found themselves walking a painful journey as two of their four children struggled with alcohol and drug addiction. For Peterson, family life began with the "normal" childrearing joys and stresses, but as her children because teenagers, signs of addiction surfaced for two of them. It all began like a slow-moving train that picked up speed, careening out of control with deadly and painful consequences. But this journey is not without hope; the author wisely uses this platform to speak the hope of Christ and encouragement into the lives of any parent walking a similar road or desiring to take preventative measures.This book provides valuable insights to help the reader understand the family dynamics of addiction. Despite the tremendous loss and trauma this family experienced, their story radiates the peace and victory that comes with knowing that God is their strength and hope.

As rewarding as sports parenting can be, it's not always easy...So, how do you champion your child without getting in the way?Improving fitness, learning new skills and making friends are just some of the positive experiences on offer to children in sport - but the biggest and most important reason kids play sport is because it's fun.However, as teens develop in their sport, it can also be a minefield of disappointment, frustration and conflict. Mental high-performance coach Dr Jo Lukins has helped athletes and families competing from modified juniors to the world stage. Through her professional experience and as a sporting parent herself, she has experienced firsthand how difficult it can be for parents to manage themselves, let alone support their children, in challenging moments. But with the right knowledge and strategies you can help your teen be their best and retain their love of the game.This book will become your go-to guide to better understand how:to talk to your teen so they can actually hear you!your teen thinks and what will help and hinder their sport.do you let your teen learn the lessons that will allow them to grow in sport and in life.do you navigate the mind game? Understand how human psychology works, without sifting through the mountains of information that's out there.do you back up your teen when they are sidelined with injury?do you manage it when it all feels too serious, and the fun disappears?can your child appreciate their opportunities, and why does being grateful enhance performance?to support the relationship your teen has with their coach? When do you step in and when do you need to step back?Success leaves clues. The understanding and strategies you'll learn through reading In the Grandstands will help you to:Enhance performance through the power of gratitudeUnderstand how increase and improve self-esteemKnow how to best overcome disappointmentsKeep it fun for longevity in sportUnderstand the 6 key words your teen needs to hear you sayIn this practical and accessible guide, Dr Lukins, shares her proven tips to help your family navigate their way through the highs and lows of sport. Delivered in easily digestible bite-sized insights you'll learn how to best support your teen (both at home and from the grandstands) and gain a better understanding of the young sporting mind and what it needs to thrive.Start living the life you deserve and pick up your copy by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page.What do the teens say?¿¿¿¿¿ I enjoy sport as it takes my mind off problems going on in the world. It is fun and enjoyable, especially if you're playing with friends. It also helps with your teamwork as you help each other by pacing each other or trying to win a game of touch. Angus, 14 years¿

Full of advice for children who may be worried about events in the news, this guide from best-selling author Dawn Huebner offers advice for having tough conversations with 6-12 year olds about world events such as natural disasters, terrorism and war. It addresses common questions and provides tools to calm fears.

Looking for an easy way to preserve your family's history? Want to have a written recording of your loved one's memories?Then the Tell Me Your Life Story guided journals from Jean Lee Publishing are the answer!These 8.5x11-inch paperback books feature questions for your loved ones to answer about their lives. Each page features a space for the date and prompts to encourage the writer to share as much detail as possible. Each page features plenty of lined space to write in, too. These books cover everything about a person's life, including: Childhood MemoriesSchool MemoriesFamily HistoryFavorites & DislikesHopes & DreamsFunny StoriesAnd Much, Much More!!!These memory-keeping books make perfect gifts for any special occasion, including Christmas, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthdays, and anniversaries. You can give these books to your loved ones for them to return to you once completed. Or you yourself can fill one out and present it as a gift. Either way, the recipient will have a lasting family heirloom!

"When you are starting to learn about autism, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might have heard negative things about autism, or feel worried about your child's future. But it is going to be okay. Your kid is still the same kid they were before you knew they were autistic. All the things you love about them haven't changed. Now that you know that they are autistic, you are going to be able to understand them better. That's what this booklet is for. We'll tell you the facts about autism. We'll talk about how to find good services, and about your kid's rights in school. Most importantly, we'll talk about how to support your autistic child as they learn and grow."--Back cover

This Safety Book is a must have to share will all loved ones.

Want your son or grandson to celebrate the fact that God made him a boy and gave him a penis?Need a no-nonsense book to teach your son about his favorite body part in a manly, non-PC, shameless way that will give him confidence in who the Creator made him to be?Did you respond "Yes!?" If so, The Weenie Book is for you to read with your son between 2 and 6 years old (or even older). There will be lots of laughter as your son learns, and you both identify with Gabriel Green.In The Weenie Book, Gabriel Green is a 5-year-old boy who has a lot of questions about his penis. He feels ashamed when his teacher at school sees him with his hand on it and yells at him. He comes home from school and tells his dad all about what happened and that is when it all begins...Boys and parents alike can relate to Gabe's experiences as his dad reveals to him the secrets of being a boy and having a penis. This is a story which discusses the situations that young boys encounter when confronted with having a penis, being boys, and how to deal with it all in the current society we live in.In the end, Gabe's dad shows him what is right and wrong concerning his penis.Some themes of the book are: 1. I have a penis-I am a boy.2. Touching my private parts is OK at the right time and place.3. It is amazing to be a boy!4. A healthy discussion between a father and son about the child's penis.5. How to care for and protect your penis.6. What happens if someone wants to see or touch my penis?The Weenie Book will help you make sure your son learns about his penis in a healthy and fun way. Click on the "Buy Now" button and start using this book today as a tool to teach your 2 to 6-year-old son about his penis and help him know his penis is a wonderful gift from God and how he should take care of it and protect it.

Being a parent to a child with Special Needs is nowhere near easy. Late nights, early mornings. No rest. No one cares. Always totally exhausted. Lonely. Sad. One doctor appointment after another. How does she do it? Taneka Gillard takes you on a journey on how she continues and still makes it every single day. Through her experience as a parent of a beautiful and delightful daughter, she let's you know that you too can have the heart of a warrior and the love of a true mother, Taneka Gillard let's you know no matter what, iReign!

Does your baby have trouble sleeping? You're not alone. Designed specifically for the very many parents encountering the same issues as you, this practical, no-nonsense book gives you the insights, tools and strategies to help your baby get the rest they need - however difficult the challenge.Drawing on contemporary research and the latest clinical expertise to address the needs of babies at each stage of early development, this book will help you devise a sleep plan which will work for you and your child. It includes coverage of a variety of special needs, from colic to night terrors in older toddlers, and provides welcome support for other carers and family members, from babysitters and childminders to grandparents and siblings. Written by a qualified and registered health visitor, nurse and mental health nurse, and an independent sleep expert, this book will empower you to take control of your baby's sleeping, provide the best for your child, and improve your own mental wellbeing. Most importantly, your baby will get the sleep it needs to grow healthily and happily.ABOUT THE SERIESPeople have been learning with Teach Yourself since 1938. With a vast range of practical, how-to guides covering language learning, lifestyle, hobbies, business, psychology and self-help, there's a Teach Yourself book for whatever you want to do. Join more than 60 million people who have reached their goals with Teach Yourself, and never stop learning.