Parenthood: The only place you can experience heaven and hell at the same time. The unsugarcoated guide to help you prepare before birth to your baby’s first birthday When you find out you will be a parent, you realize you have no idea what you have gotten yourself into. You sway between the confidence of being the best parent to your baby and self-doubt of failing your little one. It only becomes more daunting as you learn so many things no one ever talked to you about. When everyone else … [Read more...] about Becoming A Parent by Ann-Christin Villegas
FEATURED BOOK: Love, Momma D by darla noble
Parenting is about so much more than diapers, skinned knees, homework and curfews. Parenting is about being present; listening, talking, forgiving, asking for forgiveness, and most of all, loving with that unconditional “just because you’re you” kind of love. Momma D, aka, Darla Noble, understands the joys and stresses of parenting and has years of experience as a mom and nanna to help you and your children enjoy (almost) every moment of every day. So whether you are looking for ways to help … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Love, Momma D by darla noble
Homeschooling on a Budget by Jessica Marie Baumgartner
Homeschooling is on the rise. After the pandemic exposed many flaws in the public education system, more and more American parents are seeking better options. But what about those who cannot afford private schools and have no access to good charter schools? It's never been a better time for home education. Parents from any background, with any income level, can give their children the best education possible by utilizing affordable tools within their community. From libraries to book sales and … [Read more...] about Homeschooling on a Budget by Jessica Marie Baumgartner
Ending the Power Struggle: 5 Strategies for Parents of Children with Disabilities by Heather McMilllan
Children with disabilities often exhibit intense behaviors for which typical parenting strategies do not work. Parents find themselves in a proverbial (and sometimes literal) tug of war for control. Ending the Power Struggle provides 5 proven strategies to help parents make a lasting impact on their child's behavior without requiring buy-in from their child. Parents can change their own behavior which will impact their child's response and get them off the power struggle merry-go-round. … [Read more...] about Ending the Power Struggle: 5 Strategies for Parents of Children with Disabilities by Heather McMilllan
FEATURED BOOK: Wheels of Injustice: Saving My Child from the Child Savers by Susan Louise Gabriel
Six weeks into a blissful honeymoon, life turns into a nightmare when Susan’s 9-year-old daughter is taken away and her husband is falsely accused of child sexual abuse. A simple misunderstanding is reshaped by the powerful, out-of-control child protection machine of the 1980s into something sinister, and Susan is dragged under its churning wheels. She is given the choice to cooperate in prosecuting her innocent husband or lose her daughter. No one wants to hear the facts. No one wants to know … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Wheels of Injustice: Saving My Child from the Child Savers by Susan Louise Gabriel
Interview with Author – Simon Gjeroe
About Simon Gjeroe: I am a self-confessed nerd when it comes to China and everything Chinese. I have been interested in China since I saw the movie “The Last Emperor” as a thirteen-year old. During my Chinese studies, I spent two years at Sichuan University in Chengdu, where I lived from 1995 to 1998. That is where I also met my future wife, Fu. After graduating in Chinese and Modern East Asian Studies, I moved to Beijing for work, and, after a few years, also married and settled down with Fu … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Simon Gjeroe
Interview with Author – Karen M. Bobos
About Karen M. Bobos: Bobos began writing poetry and stories at the early age of ten. She is a life-long Chicagoan who now raises her family in the downtown area. During the 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic, Chicago also became a city of unrest. Trying to keep her three young daughters in a world of magic during such scary times, the Bobos Babes Adventures were born. Her goal was to create a world of Harmony for her family and hopefully for others to escape, even if only for a moment. The first book … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Karen M. Bobos
Interview with Author – Astra Niedra
About Astra Niedra: Astra is a facilitator and teacher of Voice Dialogue and the Psychology of Selves, a unique approach to personal growth that involves working with the parts, or inner selves, of the psyche. She writes about using this empowering and life-changing work in day-to-day life, focusing on relationships and parenting. What inspires you to write? The desire to share the things I've learnt through my own quest to answer the big life questions. I had studied all kinds of … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Astra Niedra
FEATURED BOOK: Love, Momma D by Darla Noble
Momma D, aka Darla Noble, is all about getting to the heart of parenting from the heart...with unconditional love. Curl up with a cup of coffee or lock yourself in the bathroom for a while and let Momma D share some of her wit, wisdom, and encouragment for raising your children to be the amazing, unique, and perfectly wonderful people they are. Link to buy book … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Love, Momma D by Darla Noble
Parenting Your Best: The Essential and Practical Guide to Raising Children to Become their Best by John Adjei
‘Parenting Your Best’ is a book that is holistic, different, practical and relatable with easy step-by-step actionable activities, and real-life examples to help you achieve the best results for your children and the family. Using his practical experience as a parent and drawing on the latest research and evidence, John Adjei provides a fresh perspective on: • The purpose of parenting • The most effective tools and strategies for success in parenting • How to raise happy, confident and … [Read more...] about Parenting Your Best: The Essential and Practical Guide to Raising Children to Become their Best by John Adjei
Interview with Author – Dalton Smith
About Dalton Smith: I have been a storyteller all my life. I just recently started my writing career. Writing is my passion. The genre I primarily write in is nonfiction. I plan to branch off in the future and write a few novels with my creativity side of me. What inspires you to write? The fact I can help others with my words. Tell us about your writing process. I outline . I use mind maps and apps in the cloud. I also am old-fashioned and carry around paper and a pencil. What … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dalton Smith
Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
About Ilham Alam: Ilham (the “H” is the same “H” as in hat) lives in Toronto, Canada, with her family that includes a very lazy cat. Toronto is called a “city within a park” for good reason, due to all its public parks and greenery in every neighbourhood, from which Ilham drew inspiration for this book while out for her own wonder walks with her kids. Ilham is a Student Advisor by day and a writer by night. She is also a trained Indian Classical Dancer and is an avid traveller, you can check … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
