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D. I. Clark's Parent Like You Mean It provides practical parenting strategies to promote a peaceful home environment, balance work and family, and raise great kids.

Being a mom is not for the faint of heart!As a new mom, Stephanie Balke struggled to know how to successfully raise her son with compassion and discipline. She searched for help, reading books and visiting mother's groups on social media. But all she found were conflicting ideas and opinions that created confusion and the stress of unrealistic expectations. Until she turned to God, and a few trusted people in her life, where she received the help she needed.Stephanie desires to help other moms find their way as they raise up their little ones in the way they should go. She wrote this journal as a simple yet powerful tool to assist them in finding wisdom and answers.This journal is formatted into thirteen chapters, each with a short encouragement at the beginning, and then a series of questions on different topics: 52questions, one for each week in a year. (Although most people will want to go through it faster than that!)Because moms caring for little people are squeezed for free time, the journal is designed to be easy to use, in bitesize chunks, so it fits comfortably into their lives.Sowing Into Tomorrow will help you find courage and strength for your journey through motherhood.

This will be the most exhausting, confusing, and demanding time of your life... yet also the most fulfilling. Here's how you can confidently manage your new responsibility.After 9 long months of waiting, you've finally met your little one!You've probably spent a lot of time preparing for this day, from setting up the nursery to shopping for baby clothes.Yet you may probably still feel apprehensive and unsure as you hold your baby for the first time.While you may feel emotionally connected to your baby immediately, the realities and responsibilities of fatherhood may not come naturally.Unfortunately, unlike your favorite gadgets, newborns don't arrive with instructions attached. You'll need to figure out a lot of things yourself.This is especially true during the baby's first year, when you're just getting to know them and when they're just getting to know the world.The first year is also the time when your baby is at their most helpless and vulnerable state... and when they need you the most.Thankfully, you don't have to enter fatherhood blindly.Although this is just one year out of hopefully decades of life, your baby's first year is critical in their development.So many changes take place with your baby, not just physically, but also cognitively, emotionally, and socially.You'll be surprised by how much your little one grows from week to week and from month to month.Don't miss these precious moments in your new family's life.When you know what you're doing and not worrying about every little thing, you'll be able to relish your time with your baby and build memories that will last for years to come.If you want to begin your rewarding journey of fatherhood on the right foot, then get your copy today!

Winner of a 2022-2023 Reader Views Literary Award for humor!Andrew McKinney seems to have it made: an important job, a great wife and three wonderful children. But when his two daughters become teenagers, life turns upside down. It's as if aliens have taken over the bodies of his loving daughters, leaving him confused and uncertain about what to do. Follow Andrew's hilarious adventures as he deals with cell phones (from commando raids to decoy phones), wild parties, theft of his beer and a strange neighbour who prances around his pool naked and complains about their dog. Family holidays provide some relief and family bonding, but comical mishaps ensue, such as racing down a mountain to reach the gate before it closes.As they teeter on the brink of chaos, Andrew and his wife must determine what to do with their youngest and most rebellious child - send her to university or kick her out of the house? Part memoir and part self-help book, these warm-hearted stories sparkle with wit and wisdom while providing the laughs and support that a best friend would.How I Lost My Hair Raising Teenage Girls is a parenting comedy for everyone. If you've raised teenagers or been one, then this is the book for you. If you never had children but wondered what it would be like, this is the book for you. And if you ever thought that pets would add to your domestic bliss, then ... this ... is the book for you!¿

Does your child talk about being treated badly by his peers, and you don't know what to do? Does the school tell you to make your child stop bullying, and you don't know how?You'll find the answers inside.For years and years we have talked about bullies and victims. We've talked about them enough that the words have shaped the lives of many people. It's time for a whole new framework!NO MORE will we speak of bullies and victims.NO MORE will we give power to the ideas that bullying is inherent in our society.This new framework throws traditional bullying on its head, examining bully actions and victim responses and teaching lessons that help each and every one of us, adult and child, stop ourselves from falling into either category. People who communicate well and have developed a strong self-concept, balanced thinking, balanced approaches and empathy for others are less likely to use bully actions or victim responses. Bystanders are strengthened and culture is changed.It's that simple.

An unrepentant heart is heavy.Widowed, lonely and angry, Claire feels that God has turned a blind eye to her. When her daughter becomes pregnant she acts on her pride and vanity, forcing the teenage girl to get rid of the baby. This choice creates a wedge between mother and daughter - and further distances Claire from God. Believing that she's a hopeless cause and peace is unattainable, she willingly accepts her probable death when a car accident leaves her sinking in the murky Jim River waters. Then the boy appears, taking her by the hand and leading her down a path of self-reflection and healing, in a world unlike anything she's ever seen. Claire discovers the truth about the past, faces off with her pride and finds that God has been pursuing her through it all. Using even the most dire of situations to draw her closer to Him.A hard-to-put-down, thought provoking novel about redemptive love and true forgiveness from a God who celebrates with us in times of joy and agonizes with us in times of difficulty. A God who seeks to restore to us what was lost or stolen and redeem us with His powerful grace.What people are saying: "Male or female, young or old, this story will move you.""If you've ever wrestled with forgiveness or grappled with faith, this book will gently guide you toward true peace.""An uplifting, amazing life message."

Sara Elizabeth Ryan lives an idyllic life in rural Oklahoma, where she and her two cousins are shaped by unbridled nature and the handed down traditions of their Cherokee heritage. Raised on Grandma Janie's farm, Sara, Gunner, and Mitch form a seemingly unbreakable bond. But when Gunner returns from the Vietnam War, a breach of trust pushes the family to the brink of collapse. As the lure of easy money and threats from a local crime ring infiltrate her close-knit family, Sara must assume the role of protector in the search for truth and justice.The Keepers tells the story of Sara, who is thrust out of her overprotected youth onto the uncertain path of young adulthood. Sara discovers the beauty and fagility of family structure, and how hope lives in the footprints of her elders.

Step into the world of 'Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers' by Stephanie M Kriesberg, a gripping exploration of a complex familial relationship. This book, published in 2022, is a deep dive into the lives of women who have grown up under the shadow of narcissistic mothers, providing a unique perspective on the subject. It is a compelling blend of narrative and psychological insights, making it a must-read for those interested in understanding the intricacies of such dynamics. This masterpiece is brought to you by New Harbinger Publications. So, if you're looking for a book that offers a fresh perspective on familial relationships, 'Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers' is the one for you. Written in clear and accessible English, this book is sure to leave a lasting impact.

Learn the secrets to surviving fatherhood when your dad skills are under pressure with The Brick of Dad Hacks.Let's face it, not all of us are blessed with the mythical "angel baby" that breezes right through to adulthood with no hassle or fuss. It's game on when the baby starts walking. Navigate parenting like a pro from the tantrums of the terrible twos to threenagers, taming the ferocious fours, the fantastic fives, sassy sixes, and the rollercoaster of adolescence. This is the smart dad's guide to parenting. It contains experienced parenting tips and tricks, and is appropriate for new dads and parents managing kids of all ages for the first time. This book has all the easy answers to your parenting problems. Have questions about sleepovers, birthday parties, and drop-off playdates? Going on a camping trip with your 10 year old, or planning a beach day with your preschooler? We've got a hack for that. These quick reference hacks are here to help when you're juggling wailing babies in public and moody teenagers at home. Inside you'll find hacks for: - Family fun with kids of all ages - Easy meals in 15 minutes or less - Handling meltdowns and crying kids - Outings with infants, toddlers, and kids aged preschool and up - Storytime - Baby-proofing your home - Raising your teenager - And more! These hacks will help you manage the kicking, hitting, fighting with siblings, back-talking, endless questions, and the terrifying day when they learn "NO!"-but they will also guide you through the positive moments that you'll remember and cherish forever. Whether you're stuck in the car for a road trip and want to keep your kids entertained, need a healthy weeknight meal after a long day at school, or you're just looking for new ways to spend quality time as a family, The Brick of Dad Hacks has you covered!