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41) Wildcat
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Flatiron Books
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"Amelia Morris's Wildcat is an uproariously funny, surprisingly touching story of one woman's journey through motherhood and female friendship, in a society that plays fast and loose with information. New mother, aspiring writer, and former shop girl Leanne has lost her way. As she struggles with both her grief and the haze of motherhood, it also becomes clear that her best friend, the default queen of East Side Los Angeles, Regina Mark, might not...
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Endearing Qualities of an Indestructible Mother is a riveting collection of short stories that showcase the pain and struggles that many endure daily. The beauty of the lessons taught in this book is that they all end with the characters developing indestructible qualities!
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As a mom with a newborn, it's hard to remember to shower, let alone focus on your mental and spiritual health.
With the many demands upon you, postpartum depression, baby blues, and regular, old mom burnout are things all moms are subject to. Whether you have only heard them mentioned on a pregnancy app or experienced one of these with your previous children, know that it is extremely hard to avoid these low moments of the postpartum season.
Surviving...
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Want to know the secrets of The Confident Mother?
More than 20 inspirational mothers and parenting experts share their innermost secrets on what it takes to be a confident mother:
Dame Sarah Storey successfully educated the GB cycling team management to allow her to combine full-time competition with motherhood.
Toni Brodelle of the Pay It Forward Foundation encourages us to nurture our own emotional well-being and asks whose love you craved as...
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Arra Amaru takes you through an unfiltered lens of her trials and tribulations of being a SAHM (Stay At Home Mom). At this job, mommies are on call 24/7. There are no breaks. No vacations, No days off. So put on your seatbelt and enjoy the ever-lasting ride through mischievous mornings, toddler tantrums, slain snacks, and sleep time shenanigans. Guest starring, Joey, a tot at the brink of the so-called terrible twos.
Through Arra's journey she starts...
46) Saving Super Mom
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BEING A PARENT is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. It is highly demanding and fast-paced, filled with complex issues, unreasonable expectations, and an infinite arrangement of sporting events, recitals, and birthday parties. We become real-life Super Moms in order to overcome the challenges. However, somewhere hidden beneath the red superhero cape, most of us are struggling just to keep up. Saving Super Mom leads you through an examination...
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A book about parenting by a mom who has been there...
Deedra Hanekamp has had a parenting journey that spanned a divorce, single motherhood, and now happily remarried with a new child. This book on parenting is written from her personal experiences and her personal beliefs. Parenting is a personal journey, and we all have our own thoughts and views centered around it. This book was written to give insight into the personal parenting journey of Deedra....
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I've spent a lot of time with children--resulting in many moments when I've had growing concerns.
Yikes! What in the name of crazy do I do now?
Sometimes I've had to live in survival mode. Anybody else know what I'm talking about?
Over time, I discovered some tips and tricks here and there.
Sometimes my mom life inspired me with ideas for the classroom and sometimes it was the other way around.
Kids Are Worth It is about parenting and...
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Motherhood changes a woman. And it affects her relationships with everyone. Moms need solid connections they can trust and relationships that are growing in order to feel nurtured and loved. But in the chaos of raising children, cultivating relationships can take a backseat to just getting the kids fed and to school on time. Author Lisa T. Bergren helps busy moms prioritize their relationships with others and offers practical ideas to enhance their...
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One out of ten children suffer from some form of behavioral and emotional disorders. Left untreated, these issues can be life altering, leading to long-term mental health problems and even suicide. Early recognition and intervention is paramount in ensuring a healthy and happy development into adulthood.
Parents usually struggle with the questions "What is wrong with my child?" and "What can I do to help?" Based on fifty years of clinical experience,...
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Capturing Brooklyn-based artist Samantha Hahn's modern sensibility, A Mother Is a Story: A Celebration of Motherhood is a stunning collection of hand-lettered quotes and ethereal illustrations. Rendered in Hahn's signature watercolors, the book portrays the shared experience of motherhood in all its glorious, messy, sublime beauty.
With quotes that range from witty and irreverent to touching and thoughtful, each page presents sentiments and snippets...
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In this exciting trip to the motherhood, Keri White journeyed to many places. She interviewed single moms in urban schoolyards and married moms who travel only by private jet between their residences in Aspen and The Hamptons. They all asked the same questions: Is it possible to host a family dinner party without anesthesia? (Yes, see chapter 5 for tips, formats, menus and recipes.) How do you entertain a pair of 3-year-olds on a rainy afternoon and...
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In this book, April Simons shares wonderful nuggets of truth and wisdom passed to her by her mother, Dodie Osteen. Her entertaining stories combined with heart-warming humor and practical wisdom will not only impact your personally, but will inspire you to pass on a Godly legacy to your children.
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It's time, dear mom. You know that you want to prepare your preteen for the changes that are happening in her body, but how? Bestselling author, Robin Jones Gunn, shares heart-level mentoring that will help you and your daughter grow closer rather than becoming polarized as she approaches adolescence. With stories from other moms and daughters tucked into each chapter, you'll find a wealth of ideas to boost your confidence as you create a pathway...
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You're pregnant. Now what? The baby arrives and you're instantly a mom. Now what, again?! Straight from the trenches, author-and-new(ish)-mom Ivette tells all about pregnancy, delivery, motherhood, and everything in between! Couched in candid recollections of her own experiences and those of other renegade moms, Ivette lays out practical, up-to-date information on all the options you'll be bombarded with-from choices about nutrition & fitness, to...
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Mother's Message in a Bottle is an inspirational collection of over 40 letters from mothers around the world to the people they love. The aim of the book is to provide direction, wisdom, and connection between mothers and their children that will outlast their physical lives. Contributors to this collection include writers, professional speakers, teachers, business executives, and police officers-all moms with important messages to share.
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"The Sprout That I Sprung" is a novel that focuses on motherhood, contemporary parenting, and family communication, exploring a variety of interpersonal communication challenges and solutions through as seen through the troubles of different couples and families. Ultimately, the novel is a fictional reflection of a very real issue: how language, communication, and good parenting are the keys to human development and personal success.
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New moms run into a host of new challenges once baby arrives, including getting back into shape, developing a parenting style, readjusting schedules, and interacting with their husbands in new ways. With compassion and humor--and always the privilege of motherhood in mind--The New Mom's Guides go straight to the heart of these matters, offering moms guidance and encouragement in this new season of life. Each of the four books in the series offers...
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Good Mom Rules is a labor of love and advocacy designed to help moms identify and conquer the guilt they carry around with them every day. Many moms hold on to "mistakes" they have made or life circumstances that forced them to parent differently than they once imagined. Conquering guilt allows you to live in the present with your children and enjoy motherhood more. This is possible when you have compassion for the younger version of yourself. Releasing...
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