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Book SynopsisWritten by a therapist who specializes in abusive men, this guide reveals how abusers interact with and manipulate children—and how mothers can help their children recover from the trauma of witnessing abuse.Can my partner abuse me and still be a good parent? Should I stay with my partner for my children's sake? How should I talk to my children about the abuse and help them heal? Am I a bad mother?Mothers in physically or emotionally abusive relationships ask themselves these questions every day. Whether it’s physical or “just” emotional abuse, whether it’s aimed at them or you, whether they see or hear it, your kids need you.This book, the first ever of its kind, shows mothers how to:• Protect children and help them heal emotionally• Provide love, support, and positive role models, even in the midst of abuse• Increase their chances of winning custody• Help their kids feel good about themselves“A must-read for every mother who has been abused...it offers the knowledge women need to protect their children and help them heal.”—William S. Pollack, Ph.D., author of the national bestseller Real BoysTrade Review“If you have a child who has seen or heard abuse, this book is for you.”—Patricia Evans, author of Teen Torment: Overcoming Verbal Abuse at Home and at School“The perfect, long-awaited guide for mothers who have been abused…also essential reading for every social worker, custody evaluator, guardian ad litem, custody attorney, child protection worker, and judge.”—Joan Zorza, Esq., editor, Domestic Violence Report“The system to protect the abused is seriously flawed. Bancroft helps mothers win the battle using the court’s rules while empowering them to write new ones.”—The Cleveland Plain Dealer“A gift to mothers who are in abusive relationships. With exceptional compassion and deep understanding, Lundy Bancroft helps abused mothers understand how their children are affected by an abuser’s attitude and behavior, and empowers them to…help their children heal…I strongly recommend the book to mothers who are currently being abused or who have been abused in the past, as well as to therapists who work with abused women and their children.”—Beverly Engel, MFT, author of The Emotionally Abused Woman and Loving Him Without Losing You “Wonderful—this book covers the most important concerns facing an abused mother, in a friendly and compassionate tone that helps women avoid self-blame, while empowering them to promote their children’s well-being.”—Mo Therese Hannah, Ph.D., psychologist, Siena CollegeTable of ContentsWhen Dad Hurts MomPrefaceOne: Partner Abuse Through Children's Eyes and EarsPart I: The Abusive Man and Your ChildrenTwo: The Abusive Mindset and ChildrenThree: Abusive Men as ParentsFour: Understanding Your Children's Inner WorldFive: Protecting your Children's BoundariesPart II: The Abusive Man and Family DynamicsSix: A Weekend with the Abbott FamilySeven: Defending Your Role as MotherEight: Maintaining Healthy Dynamics in Your FamilyNine: To Leave or Not to LeaveTen: Dealing with Child Protective ServicesPart III: The Abusive Man and Your Children Post-SeparationEleven: What Separation and Divorce Mean for Your ChildrenTwelve: Abusive Men as post-Separation ParentsThirteen: making your Way in the Family Court SystemPart IV: Children Moving ForwardFourteen: Helping Your Children HealFifteen: Empowering your ChildrenSixteen: Stopping the Cycle of AbuseResourcesHearing the Personal Accounts of Abused MothersIndex

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Book SynopsisRemind dad that he’s doing a great job (at least compared to the likes of pop culture and historical dads, like Darth Vader and Pharaoh Akhenaten) with this perfect gift for every father from the New York Times bestselling author of There Are Moms Way Worse Than You. Following up on the success of Glenn Boozan’s viral gift book, There Are Moms Way Worse Than You: Irrefutable Proof that You Are Indeed a Fantastic Parent, the dad’s companion book sets out to prove to dads all over the world that, however bad they think they are at parenting, there are dads way worse. While Moms Way Worse highlighted creatures across the animal kingdom who are terrible at parenting, Dads Way Worse showcases fictional dads (and their parenting failures) across history and in popular culture. What dad would think he’s doing poorly when compared to Jack f

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Book Synopsis‘Clever, honest and hilarious . . . her book should become a baby shower classic.’ Publishers Weekly‘Funny, honest and helpful.’ Grazia ‘Loads of useful, achievable advice.’ The Pool How did I become the ‘expert’ at changing a nappy? Jancee Dunn wondered. This, combined with a lack of sleep, a suddenly unfair division of household chores and her husband’s new found passion for very long bike rides, meant that Jancee found it hard to look at her well-meaning, clever, funny husband playing with his iPhone without feeling a white-hot rage. Like many expectant parents, they’d spent weeks researching the safest car seat but little time thinking about the titanic impact the baby would have on their marriage — and the way their marriage would affect their child. Tired of having the same fights over and over, Dunn consults the latest relationship research, solicits the counsel of renowned sex and couples therapists, canvasses friends and parents, and even consults an FBI hostage negotiator on how to effectively contain an ‘explosive situation’. Could it be that the person who got her into this position is the ally she'd forgotten she had? Funny, honest and actually helpful, this book can’t do the washing but it might just save your marriage.Trade ReviewClever, honest, and hilarious . . . Her warm and funny prose will restore hope for moms—and dads—everywhere. Her book should become a baby shower classic. * Publishers Weekly *Funny, honest and helpful. * Grazia *This book is a very valuable addition to the whole huge transition to becoming parents. This book can help preserve the greatest gift you will ever give your baby: a loving relationship between the baby's parents. -- John Gottman * Author of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work *Jancee Dunn blends marital advice from real experts with her down to earth folksy wit in How Not To Hate Husband After Kids. If your husband has a better relationship with his phone than he does with his baby, you need to hit him with this book--and then ask him to read it. -- Jen Mann * New York Times *Loads of useful, achievable advice. * The Pool *

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Book SynopsisDAD is a deeply moving and inspiring collection of stories that represent the diversity of modern fatherhood and seeks to start a conversation that challenges the traditions associated with masculinity. Including 20 powerful and defiant stories about postnatal depression, becoming a new dad during the pandemic, miscarriage, widowhood, stillbirth, co-parenting, childbirth trauma, work-life balance, new dads at work, shared parental leave, being a stay-at-home dad, gay fatherhood and surrogacy, being a stepdad, black fatherhood, raising a child of dual heritage, being a single dad, faith and fatherhood, raising a child with autism, gender stereotypes and more. This is a ground-breaking book. A movement. Never before have a group of men come together to bare their souls and speak so openly and honestly about their fatherhood experiences. This book aims to encourage better dialogue between colleagues, friends, and especially within families; between husbands and wives, brothers and sisters, dads and children. We know that men and dads don't always have the space to speak openly about their experiences. We believe DAD can change the world and move forward the conversations around fatherhood, masculinity, mental health and gender equality. DAD has a diverse range of contributors who represent all aspects of race, class, age, and sexuality. Each dad has written in their raw and authentic voice. This was extremely important to make sure underrepresented voices, ordinary people whose stories often go unheard, are now listened to and part of the mainstream conversation. These are ordinary men, being extraordinary by sharing their story with the world. Our contributors have come together, from different walks of life, because they believe in the shared purpose, vision and movement. Each chapter will take you on a journey; you will be immersed in that dad’s world. Underlying each of the dad’s stories is a persistent and driving force of love, defiance, humility and strength to be the best fathers they can be for their families. Our call to action is for more open conversations, like the ones you are about to read.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Malbrough’s watercolor and digital illustrations bring warmth, energy, and dimension to this celebration of fatherhood.” — Publishers Weekly “A joyful and tender love letter to fatherhood.” — Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisA funny and gentle deep dive into the most unbearably reasonable men in the UK your perfect Christmas present for any dad, husband, brother or uncle who owns more gilets than shoes, buys vinyl (but doesn't always remove the cellophane), puffs on a CBD vape and claims he has a brick from the Haçienda in his outdoor barbecue. (Yeah. Right.) Packed full of quizzes, lifehacks and top 10 lists, The Centrist Dad Handbook will answer questions like:Why exactly is the Centrist Dad's taste in music stuck in the Blair era?Why does he carry a folded bicycle wherever he goes?Why does he call it his office' when it's clearly a shepherd's hut?Would he consider bringing back hanging if the rope was made of sustainably-sourced hemp? The guide will also examine gnarlier issues like music festivals, e-scooters and whether it is OK to still listen to The Smiths if you do so whilst wearing noise-cancelling headphones and sorting the recycling. Plus foo

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Book SynopsisWhen a man becomes a father, it can be a very daunting time. He is suddenly thrust into a new and emotional world. He can feel unprepared (despite the preceding nine months of build-up), useless (despite all the uses the mother of his child could offer him), and apprehensive. However, the new father is about to embark upon the most exciting and rewarding experience of his life. But let's face it, no one teaches men exactly how to become fathers. So, what does being a dad in the 21st Century mean? Dads today, more than ever, want to play an active role in their children's lives and development. To do this, fathers need to know how children grow up so that they can learn to cope with, play with, control, and love their kids in an intelligent way. This book provides a guide for men on how to be a good dad and a supportive partner. Dealing directly with the key issues and the many stresses that fathers can face, it looks at the psychological rTrade Review"What Every Man Should Know about Being a Dad is humane and witty, an outcome of his own experience as a parent, and of his training in psychology. ... On the one hand he knows his psychology inside out – and this book deserves to be on psychology reading lists – but on the other hand he is full of humanity. ... It will do you no harm at all as a man to let your partner spot you reading this warm, witty and humane book. When you’ve read it, pass it on. I think she’ll like it, too." – Padraig O'Morain in The Irish Times"This book is an insightful and amusing guide for dads. It reports from the male perspective and takes a psychological approach to dealing with parenting issues." - Wanda Lynne Young, http://yummymummyclub.ca "A great combination of psychological insight, scientific fact, and practical advice all presented in a relaxed and humorous tone. I found all of the chapters very useful, especially those which contain subject matter not normally talked about in parenting books. There are so few good books for dads - I would definitely recommend this one!" - Kevin Brown, father to twins Hamish and Mia (5 years)."This book has given me the confidence to trust my judgement and enjoy being a Dad. I feel qualified to make important parenting decisions like 'Yes, I will spend quality time watching the Champions League with my daughter.'" - Chad Kennedy, father to Annabel (11 months)"Having recently become a father, I wanted to know how I was doing and be challenged on my approach to being a dad. This book is full of insightful, personal and thought provoking observations which allowed me to begin an internal discussion about how to be the best dad I could be." - Simon Waldron, father to Ephraim (20 months)"Cohen offers a deliberately challenging account of fatherhood, drawing effectively on his own experiences as well as theory and research. Sometimes controversial, Cohen is always a passionate and entertaining writer." – Matt Jarvis, School of Education, Keele University and father of 2"What Every Man Should Know about Being a Dad is humane and witty, an outcome of his own experience as a parent, and of his training in psychology. ... On the one hand he knows his psychology inside out – and this book deserves to be on psychology reading lists – but on the other hand he is full of humanity. ... It will do you no harm at all as a man to let your partner spot you reading this warm, witty and humane book. When you’ve read it, pass it on. I think she’ll like it, too." – Padraig O'Morain in The Irish Times"This book is an insightful and amusing guide for dads. It reports from the male perspective and takes a psychological approach to dealing with parenting issues." - Wanda Lynne Young, http://yummymummyclub.ca "A great combination of psychological insight, scientific fact, and practical advice all presented in a relaxed and humorous tone. I found all of the chapters very useful, especially those which contain subject matter not normally talked about in parenting books. There are so few good books for dads - I would definitely recommend this one!" - Kevin Brown, father to twins Hamish and Mia (5 years)."This book has given me the confidence to trust my judgement and enjoy being a Dad. I feel qualified to make important parenting decisions like 'Yes, I will spend quality time watching the Champions League with my daughter.'" - Chad Kennedy, father to Annabel (11 months)"Having recently become a father, I wanted to know how I was doing and be challenged on my approach to being a dad. This book is full of insightful, personal and thought provoking observations which allowed me to begin an internal discussion about how to be the best dad I could be." - Simon Waldron, father to Ephraim (20 months)"Cohen offers a deliberately challenging account of fatherhood, drawing effectively on his own experiences as well as theory and research. Sometimes controversial, Cohen is always a passionate and entertaining writer." – Matt Jarvis, School of Education, Keele University and father of 2Table of Contents1.Joy 2. You Are Not a Spare Part Whatever Psychologists Say 3. Fathers Have a History 4. The Only True Immortality - For a Man 5. In at The Birth 6. Love At First Cry 7. Tensions for Parents 8. The Newborn Baby is No Fool 9. How the Baby's Mind Develops and the Eternal Puzzle: Nature or Nurture? 10. Sex and Personality 11. The Toddler's Brain 12. Lies, Games and the Imagination, Oh and the Small Matter of Big Dragons: How Children Don't Lie Brilliantly 13. Sex and Young Children 14. The Arts and Smarts of Discipline 15. School 16. Modern Stepfamily Life 17. Can We See Inside the Teenage Mind? 18. Stress and Mental Health 19. The Worst: Depression, Attempted Suicide, Suicide 20. Savvy Kids Don't Come Cheap 21. Who Is the Child?

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Book SynopsisWilliam Marsiglio challenges dads to become more health-conscious in how they live and raise their children. His conclusions are drawn not only from his revealing interviews with a diverse sample of dads and paediatric healthcare professionals, but also from his own unique personal experiences - as a teenage father who, thirty-one years later, became a later-life dad to a second son.Trade Review"In this practical, hands-on book, William Marsiglio not only tells dads why they need to improve their children's (and their own) fitness and health, but also shows them exactly how to do it." -- Armin Brott * Mr.Dad.com and author of The Expectant Father, The New Father, and Fathering Your Toddler *"This engaging book is the first to focus specifically on the role that fathers can play promoting the health, fitness, and well-being of their children. Going beyond generalities, it offers inspiring and time-tested suggestions about the ways in which 'new fathers' can actively parent in every way." -- Michael E. Lamb * author of The Role of the Father in Child Development *"Marsiglio observes how becoming a father affects not only the man’s health, but the health of his children. Marsiglio provides a mix of personal anecdote, objective data, and the latest research to link what fathers do with their child’s health." -- Dr. Craig Garfield * fathering researcher and pediatrician *"Powerful and informative, Dads, Kids, and Fitness is a wellspring of insights into fathering, family dynamics, and health and fitness concerns. Readers will walk away finding slices of relevance to their own lives and relationships with their kids." -- Don Sabo * co-editor of Sport, Men, and the Gender Order *"Marsiglio provides great perspectives and experiences to be imparted to fathers. This book opens the conversation for a broadly positive impact that fathers can have when they take their health seriously as an influential member of the family unit." -- David Bell * Columbia University Medical Center *Table of ContentsPreface 1 Mapping Dads’ Place in the Health Matrix 2 From Being a Boy to Becoming a Daddy 3 Routines, Rituals, and Care 4 Taking Stock and Personal Growth 5 Chronic Challenges 6 Coparenting 7 Making Proactive Dads NotesBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisBestselling book from popular psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman show women how to improve their relationship with their husband--fast!

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Book SynopsisA funny and intimate look at fatherhood from the actor and writer/director of The Boss and Tammy that combines stories about his own larger-than-life dad and how his experiences raising two daughters with his wife, Melissa McCarthy, who also penned the Foreword, are shaped by his own childhood.Though he’s best known for his appearances in the movie Enough Said, as well as his hilarious role as Air Marshall Jon in Bridesmaids, Ben Falcone isn’t a big shot movie star director at home. There, he’s just dad. In this winning collection of stories, Ben shares his funny and poignant adventures as the husband of Melissa McCarthy, and the father of their two young daughters. He also shares tales from his own childhood in Southern Illinois, and life with his father—an outspoken, brilliant, but unconventional man with a big heart and a somewhat casual approach to employment named Steve Falcone.Ben is just an ordinary dad

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Book SynopsisOn the heels of the successful Stuff Every Man Should Know and Stuff Every Husband Should Know comes the most important volume yet in Quirk s handy guides to practical manhood: Stuff Every Dad Should Know. It s full of the indispensible hands-on wisdom that all fathers need in order to instill that comforting sense of dad awe in their children, including How to Stop a Temper Tantrum Five Great Books to Read with Your Child How to Rid a Room of Monsters The Birds and the Bees for All Ages How to Photograph Your Child And many more! Blending humour, practicality, and wholesome family values, Stuff Every Dad Should Know is a must-have pocket reference for any dad or dad-to-be.Trade Review“Stuff Every Dad Should Know…begins with—surprise!—how to start saving for college, then segues into changing a diaper and ends with meeting your child's in-laws. It's all laid out with common sense and a sense of humor.”—Shelf Awareness for Readers“Thoughtful, to-the-point tips on navigating the rough waters from your child's babyhood to the teen years and beyond.”—The Sacramento Bee

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Book SynopsisGod can make you a good dad, a great dad, in spite of the way you’ve grown up and in spite of the mistakes you’ve made as a dad. This book is not about becoming a perfect father, but it is about trying to become a better father each and every day.

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Book Synopsis“The lowdown on what it’s like to be raised by a legend. Frequently funny and consistently intimate. . . . A great read.” —BookPage “Those searching for a moving Father’s Day gift need look no further.”—Publishers Weekly Men like John Wayne and John Lennon, Nolan Ryan and Bruce Lee, Cesar Chavez, Christopher Reeve, and Miles Davis have touched the lives of millions. But at home, to their children, they were not their public personas. They were Dad. Maybe Davis didn’t leave the office at five o’clock to come home and play catch with his son Erin, but the man we see through Erin’s eyes is so alive, so real, so not the “king of cool” (he taught his son to box, made a killer pot of chili, watched MTV alongside him) that it brings us to a whole new appreciation for the artist. Each of these forty first-person narratives—intimate, heartfelt, unvarnished, surprising, and profoundly universal—shows us not only a very different view of a figure we thought we knew but also a wholly fresh and moving idea of what it means to be a father.Trade Review“The most famous fathers of modern times and how they interacted with their families in their private lives.”—Charleston Gazette-Mail “Sometimes emotionally raw, funny, sometimes a bit on the competitive side, and sometimes an awful lot sad. . . . A quick, enjoyable read.”—Miami Times “An intriguing collection of essays written by the children of actors, authors, inventors, sports heroes and scientists, the book gives readers the lowdown on what it’s like to be raised by a legend. Frequently funny and consistently intimate, the essays reveal surprising truths about their subjects. . . . Rare family photos give the book extra appeal. Stein delivers a great read for dads everywhere with this touching tribute to family men.”—BookPage “A compelling read for anyone interested in a behind-the-scenes take on the parental lives of men in the spotlight.”—Library Journal “Stein, editor-at-large for the website Fatherly, compiles 40 stories by sons and daughters about their well-known fathers. Giving a glimpse of the men outside the public eye, these compositions present their subjects in a whole new light—ultracool actor Samuel L. Jackson is a “nerd” (“he’s got a wormhole personality” who “burrows into whatever strange things he’s interested in”), and Superman actor Christopher Reeve didn’t become a super dad until he was paralyzed. According to Brandon Jenner, Caitlyn Jenner became a more attentive dad after her gender transition. Not all these dads were famous for the right reasons—Steve Hodel reflects on his father George, who was a prime suspect, though he was never charged, in the 1947 Black Dahlia murder—and though their children are haunted by their deeds, they also find the humanity in these men who acted in inhumane ways (Hodel recalls the joy of clamming—albeit illegally—with his father in 1949 L.A.). In a moving essay not involving a famous father, Jim Sullivan writes of spending years trying to learn the identity of his biological father, who turned out to be a Catholic priest named Thomas S. Sullivan. Those searching for a moving Father’s Day gift need look no further.”—Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis"Your go-to gift for new fathers." — Dave Ramsey, New York Times bestselling author, motivational speaker, and radio hostWhether you know it or not, if you're a dad, you’re a hero— that's the message of bestselling author and pediatrician Meg Meeker. Even if you're struggling with all the demands of fatherhood, let Dr. Meeker reassure you: every man has it within him to be the hero father his children need. With simple step-by-step instructions and drawing on long experience—including her work with the NFL's Fatherhood Initiative—Dr. Meeker shows you how to be the father you want to be and your children need you to be. Discover why fathers are even more important to their children than their mothers are; why your children want you to be their hero—even if their relationship with you has been strained or distant; and secrets that can help divorced dads, widowed dads, and stepfathers maintain—or rebuild—a strong relationship with their children As Dr. Meeker writes, "If you want what is best for your children—if you want what is best for you—you should strive to be a hero father. In this book, I hope to show you how."Trade Review"Whether I'm working toward winning a Super Bowl or parenting my children, I need a game plan. Hero lays out that plan. Nothing matters more to me than raising children who grow up to be strong, loving adults that know, love, and serve God. Thank you, Meg, for writing such an encouraging and inspiring book for fathers like me!" —PHILIP RIVERS, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback "If you are a dad, you MUST read this book. If you want to bless your own dad, you need to give him this book. Dr. Meg Meeker's message to fathers is simply incredible. Period." —LES PARROTT, PH.D., #1 New York Times bestselling author of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts "Superman is good. Captain America is great. YOU, on the other hand, have been designed with powers beyond those of ordinary men. With purpose and wisdom flowing through your veins, only YOU can save your children from the pitfalls that await! YOU are the hero they long for. You are the hero they will remember. Let this book be your guide, my friend. Go...while there's still time! You have only one chance..." —ANDY ANDREWS, New York Times bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift and The Noticer "For many men, the critically important role of 'father' often takes a back seat to the responsibilities of being a husband, provider, or leader. And sadly, it's their kids who pay the price. With wisdom and sensitivity, Dr. Meg Meeker offers a powerful reminder that 'dad' is the most important title a man will ever hold." —JIM DALY, president of Focus on the Family

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Book SynopsisPositive advice for divorced dads and their families The country's leading authority on fathers' rights Jeffery M. Leving presents a definitive how-to resource for divorced dads of any age, background, and marriage history.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments ix Introduction 1 1 The Obstacles: Identify the Factors That Can Drive a Wedge Between You and Your Children 7 2 The Difference Between Good Dads and Struggling Fathers 25 3 The Impact of Divorce on Children: The Knowledge You Need, the Actions You Should Take 45 4 Romance: Use Your Head When It Comes to Your Heart 63 5 Money Issues: How to Manage Changing and Challenging Financial Situations 79 6 When There’s a New Man in Your Children’s Life: How to Avoid Being Replaced 97 7 Therapy Isn’t for Women Only: Dealing with Your Issues So You Can Have a Better Relationship with Your Kids 117 8 Legal Remedies: How the Courts Can Help You and Your Kids 133 9 Going Forward: How to Maintain and Strengthen Connections with Your Kids 149 10 Developing Trends and Changes That Still Need to Be Made 155 Resources 165 Notes 169 Index 171

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Book SynopsisTusshar Kapoor, a Bollywood celebrity, became India's first single dad via surrogacy. He shares his journey of raising his son Laksshya, navigating parenthood, and finding love in a candid and insightful narrative.

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Book SynopsisYou've fallen in love with a man who's in love with himself—and the emotional pain his behavior causes you is very real. Dr. David Hawkins shares the truths, wisdom, and grace you need to spark change, set boundaries, and experience healing.

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Book SynopsisFrom marital bliss to man flu, husbands are jolly good fellows, and this tip-top collection of retro photos and frightfully funny captions capture everything to love about marriage.The Wit and Wisdom of... is a series of terrifically humorous books brought to you by the rip-roaringly funny folks behind the best-selling On-the-Ceiling greetings cards.Perfect as a birthday, Christmas, Valentine's Day or Father's Day gift for long-suffering husbands everywhere.Also available: The Wit and Wisdom of Dad, The Wit and Wisdom of Mum and The Wit and Wisdom of the Wife.

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Book SynopsisJim Gaffigan never imagined he would have his own kids. Though he grew up in a large Irish-Catholic family, Jim was satisfied with the nomadic, nocturnal life of a standup comedian, and was content to be that weird uncle who lives in an apartment by himself in New York that everyone in the family speculates about. But all that changed when he married and found out his wife, Jeannie is someone who gets pregnant looking at babies. Five kids later, the comedian whose riffs on everything from Hot Pockets to Jesus have scored millions of hits on YouTube, started to tweet about the mistakes and victories of his life as a dad. Those tweets struck such a chord that he soon passed the million followers mark. But it turns out 140 characters are not enough to express all the joys and horrors of life with five kids, so he's now sharing it all in Dad Is Fat.From new parents to empty nesters to Jim's twenty-something fans, everyone will recognize their own famil

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Book SynopsisCongrats: You’re going to be a dad! Now what? Dude, relax; you’re going to be fine. But it wouldn’t hurt to get a few pointers—a road map of what lies ahead. That’s what this book is for. From Dude to Dad gives you the need-to-know essentials on pregnancy, birthing, and parenthood, and how it’s okay to be scared out of your mind. You’ll learn what the expecting mom is going through during each trimester, how you can be the best partner and dad-to-be, and how to immediately start bonding with baby. Be prepared for the arrival that will ultimately change your life in the best way possible.

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Book SynopsisRebellious Wives, Neglectful Husbands explores significant shifts in modern Qur'anic commentaries on the subject of women against the backdrop of broader historical, intellectual, and political developments in early twentieth-century North Africa.Trade ReviewMubarak's study is a welcome contribution to the emerging academic literature on the Quran and gender. Particularly, for any scholar or student interested in Islamic studies, the book will be a valuable resource for comprehending the Qur'anic exegetical tradition with great nuance and intricacy. Inspired by Barbara Stowasser's work on women and gender, the author insists on two central themes: that hermeneutics has a vital role in the sustainability of Islamic knowledge, and the boundaries of the Tafsir genre continue to be malleable in both the pre-modern or modern period. * Mohammed Salih, Reading Religion *Rather than add to the robust scholarly literature on women and gender in the Qur'an, Mubarak (Queens Univ. of Charlotte) begins her exploration of tafsir works by arguing for the significance of the exegetical tradition, past and present, for understanding Muslims' engagements with the Qur'an itself. She identifies a lacuna in feminist Muslim scholarship: for the most part, scholars have dismissed tafsir as patriarchal to rescue the Qur'an from that same charge. Mubarak offers readings of several 20th-century Muslim commentators in conversation with premodern tafsir scholars to argue that their views of women and gender norms are nuanced and provide openings for critiques of patriarchal perspectives as eternal and universal, thereby offering her own commentary on commentary. * Choice *Joining a vigorous and vibrant debate about patriarchy, hierarchy, and interpretive authority in Islamic texts and Muslim thought, Hadia Mubarak's new study offers detailed engagement with the work of prominent twentieth-century male exegetes. Scholars of jurisprudence and ethics have shown that those genres combine hierarchical gendered presuppositions with attention to women's concerns and needs; Mubarak argues that the Sunni tafsir tradition does the same and thereby offers resources to contemporary advocates of egalitarianism * Kecia Ali, author of Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur'an, Hadith, and Jurisprudence *In Rebellious Wives, Neglectful Husbands, Hadia Mubarak provides a fresh, engaging and major study of the extent to which modern Quranic commentaries, responding to the impact of European colonialism and modernity, resulted in new and diverse orientations (Islamic modernism, Islamism, and neo-traditionalism) in modern interpretations of gender and the status and role of women in the Quran. * John L. Esposito, University Professor and Professor of Islamic Studies, Georgetown University *This book is a fresh engagement with medieval and modern Qur'an interpretation on questions of gender and women's status. Hadia Mubarak's reassessment of modern tafsīr highlights the pluralism in the genre and shows how the interpreters have used the tradition to put forth their own new interpretations. Significantly, Mubarak raises the possibility that tradition can be used as a locus for modern reform. * Karen Bauer, author of Gender Hierarchy in the Qur'an: Medieval Interpretations, Modern Responses *This book is about the intersection of modernity and Sunni exegetical thought...The book can be read from a number of perspectives. On one level it is a response to and an accusation of 'well meaning' Muslim feminists who do not engage with the Tafsir genre and yet are quick to discard it as monolithic, patriarchal, misogynist and bereft of women's voice...It is a call to Muslim feminists not to indulge in disciplinary confusion. If one wants to engage with the Qur'an, then one needs to do so within the methods of the field of Tafsir studies and not superimpose methods from other disciplines. The book is also about the interpretive powers of pre-modern exegetes to have a say in modern issues. * Mansur Ali, Cardiff University, UK, Muslim World Book Review *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Chapter 1: Ruptures and Continuities in Modern Islamic Thought Chapter 2: Modern Approaches to Qur'anic Interpretation Chapter 3: Reflecting the Colonial Gaze: Women in Modern Qur'anic Exegesis Chapter 4: Sexually Neglectful Husbands: Classical and Modern Interpretations of Q. 4:128 Chapter 5: Rebellious Wives: Medieval and Modern Interpretations of Q. 4:34 Chapter 6: A New Rationalization for Polygyny: Medieval & Modern Interpretations of Q. 4:3 Chapter 7: Men's "Degree:" An Unconditional Privilege? Conclusion

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Book SynopsisAs seen on the BBC Victoria Derbyshire ShowAs heard on The Jeremy Vine ShowThink you've got a dysfunctional family?Meet mine.For 18 years, my family lived a normal life in a respectable suburb…Until one day, my dad gave up his successful career, and unexpectedly became Britain's most wanted crystal meth dealer.This is our story. At times shocking, often unbelievable, and all 100% true.

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Book SynopsisUSA TODAY BESTSELLER!I couldn't tear myself away from the rollercoaster of events!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 StarsIt only takes one lie to destroy a marriage.THE PERFECT HUSBAND Vince Taylor has everything he could dream of. He's the CEO of a tech firm in New York City, owns a beautiful home, and most importantly, he is married to Nicole the woman who stole his heart the first moment he set eyes on her. Together they have built the perfect life.ONE GUILTY SECRETBut when Layla, a stunning young intern at Vince's company is found dead, all eyes are suddenly on him. Vince has a secret that threatens to tear their perfect world apartHe was having an affair with Layla. And he'll do anything to cover his tracks.DO YOU BELIEVE HIM?When the police discover Vince lied about their relationship, they are convinced they have found Layla's killer.If Vince kept quiet about the affair what else is he guilty of?A totally unputdownable thriller, this book will have you gripped from the very first page until the jaw-dropping final twist. Fans of The Perfect Couple, My Perfect Wife and The Undoing will love this novel!Readers LOVE The Guilty Husband!AMAZING! I couldn't put this book down. I was always on the edge of my seat and was surprised all the way to the end. 10/10' Reader Reviewer, 5 StarsThis book is a thriller! Every time I thought I knew the ending, I was wrong. The twists and turns of the plot are captivating.' Reader Reviewer, 5 StarsThis book deserves more than 5 stars, if there was a higher rating, I'd give it!' Reader Reviewer, 5 StarsWhat a great ending! I was on the edge of my seat until the last page and I couldn''t turn the page fast enough.' Reader Reviewer, 5 StarsWhat an incredible debut!!! I absolutely loved it from beginning to end.' Reader Reviewer, 5 StarsA gripping storyline with strong characters. She is definitely an author I will pick up again and again.' Reader Reviewer, 5 Stars

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Book SynopsisWritten by an experienced adoptive parent, this clear, sensitive and practical handbook is designed to encourage and support adoptive and long-term foster parents, their children and adolescents. An adopted child may well have suffered abuse, neglect or inconsistent parenting in the past; he or she will certainly have experienced painful separations and losses. These early traumatic experiences, often expressed in emotional and behavioural problems within the family, can conceal a broad range of subtle alterations to the brain and nervous system of the developing child. They may become increasingly problematic as the youngster approaches the developmental challenges of adolescence.Drawing on both firsthand experience and some of the latest medical research, Caroline Archer presents strategies to help parents deal with their youngsters' troubling behaviour and to make them feel more comfortable, in what seems to them a hostile world.Archer sets out to provide adoptive and foster parents with an understanding of the complex range of difficulties with which their children may struggle as a result of their early experience of adversity. By exploring, in very simple ways, the effects of adverse experiences on the child's built-in biological response systems, she assists parents to make sense of the frequently perplexing behaviours of the hurt child within their family. Common situations which she specifically addresses include: sleep problems; anger, aggression and violence; lying and stealing; staying out late and running away; addictive behaviours and self harm; impulsiveness and risk-taking; sex; suicide and compulsive eating disorders.Following on from First Steps in Parenting the Child Who Hurts: Tiddlers and Toddlers (2nd edition), Next Steps will be an invaluable resource for adoptive and foster parents seeking to support their child through the later stages of childhood and adolescence. This book will also be an essential practical guide for professionals working with families and eager to gain a thorough understanding of the on-going developmental and relationship difficulties of adopted children.Trade ReviewIf you don't buy another book buy this one. For adoptive parents and foster carers, and for professionals working in either field, this is a must. Here the perplexing behaviours that drive us to despair and seriously threaten relationships, are explored with great sensitivity and a depth of understanding that has long been awaited. Caroline Archer draws upon new medical research to illustrate the changes to the brain and development of young people who have endured early trauma, and uses first hand experiences to provide a practical guide to the egg-shell-strewn daily journey with pre-teens and adolescents, All the problems we thought were ours alone – and surely due to our personal mismanagement – are explained here in this clear and well-constructed publication. Easy to read, it tackles with honesty all circumstances from bed-wetting to suicide attempts, lying to exploitation, sexuality to addictions and self-injury to protection of siblings. It also offers reassurance, encouragement and strategies allowing you to recognise and reach out to the child who hurts. -- Foster Care[Reviewed with First Steps] 'The holistic approach makes it particularly relevant to occupational therapists. They will be pleased to see references to neurological development and a mention of the value of sensory integration for some children whose trauma has caused tactile defensiveness or some other sensory problem. However, the majority of the chapters rightly deal with the psychological aspects. The focus on parents and carers does not prevent realistic advice on when to seek help from professionals. A sympathetic understanding of the children's feelings is balanced by a real concern for the needs of carers and the rest of the family. There is a clear recognition that firm boundaries are essential and there is frequent emphasis on positive approaches… I have found “Tykes and Teens” so supportive in my work with children who hurt and their foster or adoptive families that I am recommending it to parents and colleagues alike. I also recommend it to all NAPOT members who are involved in this field.' -- NAPOT Journal…this is a clear, sensitive and extremely practical handbook which looks at the reasons behind difficult behaviour, especially the effects of early trauma in a child's life, as well as suggesting strategies for dealing with it… This is a must-have book for adopters and foster carers and is also highly recommended for ordinary parents and step-parents whose children hurt for other reasons. If you are only in the early stages of considering adopting or fostering, it may open your eyes to issues you have not considered but try not to let its realism put you off unnecessarily. Not all children who have been through the care system have extreme problems, especially if they are given the sensitive support suggested here. -- Adoption and FosteringThis book follows on logically from the First Steps book and continues the challenging journey through childhood and into adolescence… In essence this is a book about love, and the ability to express it towards the adopted child, despite persistent and often extreme tests of that love. The author uses innovative imagery to explain the effects of emotional trauma early in the adopted child's life which may result in the “scared kid”, the “stuffed kid” and finally the “superkid”. The “looking glass” model is particularly effective at describing the marked perceptual differences that may arise between the child and the parent… A large section of the book is devoted to a review of specific sensitive situations that commonly arise… These range from bedwetting to stealing to self-injury and suicide. No attempt is made to offer all the answers and indeed the author emphasises that only the parent will know what is right for their own particular family and set of circumstances. This is another excellent book which draws on the real experiences of many adoptive parents and their families… For some the solutions suggested will not prove appropriate and for others very different problems will arise. However the basic tenets of the book deserve the widest possible readership amongst all those involved with adoptive children. -- Ed Abrahamson, Consultant Paediatrician, for Adoption UK JournalThe author's basic premise is that all children who have been adopted or placed in long-term care have undergone some form of psychological hurt. She argues that while some children will be more resilient to this hurt than others, many children will need their hurt to be acknowledged by their parents/carers, and be allowed to grieve for their losses in order to move forward to a life of greater well-being and fulfillment. [The book begins] by exploring such issues as bringing a child home, child development and what to do when things “don't seem quite right”. Other issues covered are the effects of trauma on a child, and how to handle specific difficulties that may arise with an adopted child. -- Family MattersNext Steps deals with “tykes and teens”. It looks at... potential hazards, such as addictive behaviour, sexual acting out and drug and alcohol use, all now, arguably, the birth-right of any parent. Of particular use here is a section called “Principles into Practice” where a range of scenarios is proposed with possible outcomes. These could also serve as training material…grounded in hard won experience. -- Community CareTable of ContentsForeword by Professor David Howe. What is Adoption UK? Introduction. 1. Coming Home. 2. More Beginnings: Continuing Child Development. 3. When Things Don't Seem Quite Right. 4. Through the Looking Glass. 5. Fundamental Principles. 6. Principles into Practice. 7. Sensitive Situations. Glossary. References. Hope Against Hope.

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Book SynopsisA candid and compulsively readable guide to raising an autistic child, from the perspective of a single father. With an exploration of the challenges facing male carers in this space - from gatekeeping to traditional masculinity - this will help fathers, and all parents of autistic children, advocate for themselves and their children.

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated album born to touch the emotions of its readers through beautiful scenes and carefully chosen profound verses that pay tribute to the beautiful bond between a father and his daughter. From the same authors of La luz de Lucía comes a new installment in the series Amor de familia (Family Love).The sweet anticipation, birth, growth, learning... These are pivotal and magical moments that Margarita del Mazo conveys to us through her metaphorical and profound verses. Silvia Álvarez brings these moments to life with every stroke. Poetic and evocative. It is a beautiful title that conveys to us the tenderness and warmth of a father''s protective arms while also capturing his daughter''s infinite curiosity and admiration. A protective shield, a playmate, an encourager of boundless creativity and imagination... a father is all that and much more.Growing up alongside a loving, present, and engaged father will instill in his chil

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Book SynopsisWhat does being a dad in the 21st Century really mean? Men today want to play an active role in the upbringing of their children; that means knowing how to cope with them, play with them, control them and love them. Becoming a father however, can be an extremely daunting prospect, after all it is completely uncharted territory. This wonderful book is not only for expectant and new fathers but covers the whole range of issues dads encounter from conception through to teenage traumas. Situations such as step-fatherhood and the changing relationship with partners are also discussed in a sensitive and informative style. The stresses imposed by modern lifestyles on fathers and kids are looked at as well as the problems and benefits encountered by the fact that kids today are often very sophisticated and clued-up. Chapters include: * I''m Going to be a Dad * Bonding for Fathers * Discipline * Learning to Play Again * Teenage TraumasTrade Review"a wonderful reference book for whenever you feel uncertain of your next step as a dad...Its funny, informative...." (RaisingKids.co.uk 28 November 2001) "...peppered with personal anecdotes and other examples and is easy to read..." (Primary Times in Hampshire, November 2001) "...humorously tackles the issues facing dads today." (New Baby, January 2002) "An intelligent and witty book...should be reading for all dads.." www.fathersdirect.com 22 January 2002) "..funny and informative book.." (Pregnancy February 2002) "a mine of information.." (www.raisingkids.co.uk, 29 May 2002) "...There's stacks of sound nipper-raising advice covering discipline, play, education and handling that trick Marilyn Manson phase." (Men's Health, April 2002) "...This was a fun book to read..We recommend this book to both new and old fathers..." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.14, No.2 2002) "...One area in which the book is strong is quotations..." (Family Practice, Vol.19, No.4 2002) "...offers a well-informed guide on how to be a good dad in the 21st century..." (Stress News, April 2004)Table of ContentsAbout the Author. Acknowledgments. Introduction. A history of fathers. I'm going to be a Dad. The growth of the mind. Pretending, playing and lying. Do as I say... School and the mind. You're not my real dad - stepfathers and part-time fathers. Heartache. Relationship carry-on. The price of being a father. Teenage traumas. The dependency paradox. References. Useful Addresses. Index.

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Book SynopsisOn the football field NFL great Jim Kelly was a strong-armed passer, leading his team to victory after victory. In The Playbook for Dads he passes principles instead of footballs, still using his talent to lead men, but now he leads them to greatness as fathers, in his view the world''s most important job.With an emphasis on preparation, hard work and perseverance, Kelly tackles such essential issues as respect, character, accountability and spiritual discipline. From commitment and courage to honesty and humility, Kelly''s lessons-learned on and off the field- guide men striving to be the fathers God designed them to be shy so their children can grow to be everything they are meant to be. Conversational and refreshingly honest, Jim challenges fathers to work hard, pray for their children often, love their wives and implement these principles. Both practical and inspirational this is Jim Kelly coaching every dad how to be the star quarterback for the home team-his fami

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