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Finding The Rainbow
Rachel McGrath
2016 Honorable Mention
179 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Roy T. James for Readers' Favorite
Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath is a chronicle of the timing of cycles and waiting for good news, with the hope and excitement of finding out positive results. However, this is followed by the pain and grief of miscarriage, which often leads to starting the same actions all over again. It begins with Rachel’s desire to have a baby and repeated instances of natural abortion. They consult doctors again and, after many instances of heartbreak, the doctors point out to her that she has a serious medical condition that can rule out pregnancy.
Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath is an absorbing story. Rachel’s desire to conceive and the pain she felt can be seen quite clearly in these pages. The emotional stress she was under and the helpful while understanding approach of her husband in enabling her to withstand it is another visible facet that comes out beautifully. In addition, this book shows that she also appreciates sardonic humor. As this is the way the book ends, ‘I also know my own emotions and limits. We are ready to try again, and I know that I will always remain hopeful for what the future may bring,’ I can’t wait for the sequel. This is an excellent read with a moving narrative.
Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath is a chronicle of the timing of cycles and waiting for good news, with the hope and excitement of finding out positive results. However, this is followed by the pain and grief of miscarriage, which often leads to starting the same actions all over again. It begins with Rachel’s desire to have a baby and repeated instances of natural abortion. They consult doctors again and, after many instances of heartbreak, the doctors point out to her that she has a serious medical condition that can rule out pregnancy.
Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath is an absorbing story. Rachel’s desire to conceive and the pain she felt can be seen quite clearly in these pages. The emotional stress she was under and the helpful while understanding approach of her husband in enabling her to withstand it is another visible facet that comes out beautifully. In addition, this book shows that she also appreciates sardonic humor. As this is the way the book ends, ‘I also know my own emotions and limits. We are ready to try again, and I know that I will always remain hopeful for what the future may bring,’ I can’t wait for the sequel. This is an excellent read with a moving narrative.
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In the Line of Fire
Raising Kids in a Violent World
Jan Arnow
2016 Honorable Mention
240 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
In the Line of Fire: Raising Kids in a Violent World by Jan Arnow is an insightful book on a relevant topic - bringing up kids in a society filled with violence. The book is useful to parents, grandparents, therapists, counselors, and educators as it gives them valuable tips on how to cope with daily violence and give kids a saner and better world to live in. The topics covered range from cyber bullying to sexting to sexual harassment to creating a safe environment for kids to grow where they feel peaceful and secure.
The book is an excellent resource that is helpful in understanding children and how they can be affected by the increasing violence around them. Every chapter has been well presented and has a lot of useful information for readers. We live in violent times now where it's important to protect kids from being abused and manipulated into doing something bad. The book will help to overcome the fears in the minds of parents on how to raise kids in a violent world. Books like these definitely raise awareness in the minds of adults on how to protect kids from feeling insecure while living in a society marred by violence and unrest. The statistics shared by the author are vital and all parents, grandparents, teachers, educators, therapists, and counselors can identify with the topics and the sub topics covered.
In the Line of Fire: Raising Kids in a Violent World by Jan Arnow is an insightful book on a relevant topic - bringing up kids in a society filled with violence. The book is useful to parents, grandparents, therapists, counselors, and educators as it gives them valuable tips on how to cope with daily violence and give kids a saner and better world to live in. The topics covered range from cyber bullying to sexting to sexual harassment to creating a safe environment for kids to grow where they feel peaceful and secure.
The book is an excellent resource that is helpful in understanding children and how they can be affected by the increasing violence around them. Every chapter has been well presented and has a lot of useful information for readers. We live in violent times now where it's important to protect kids from being abused and manipulated into doing something bad. The book will help to overcome the fears in the minds of parents on how to raise kids in a violent world. Books like these definitely raise awareness in the minds of adults on how to protect kids from feeling insecure while living in a society marred by violence and unrest. The statistics shared by the author are vital and all parents, grandparents, teachers, educators, therapists, and counselors can identify with the topics and the sub topics covered.
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The Mommy-Go-Round
Eleanor D Alspaugh
2016 Bronze Medal
170 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Ray Simmons for Readers' Favorite
I honestly loved The Mommy-Go-Round by Eleanor D. Alspaugh. I have already been through the child raising years, and it confirmed for me that it’s not easy to raise kids, and that the most important things you can bring to the process are love, patience, and perspective. Eleanor D. Alspaugh does a great job of drawing on the lessons and experiences of her own childhood, and those of her time as a mother, to create a wonderful picture of the American family as it should be. This is not a “How to” book or an instruction manual on raising kids, but I think it would make a great gift for young mothers. I think there are a lot of things a young mother or father can learn from this book and it is very entertaining.
The Mommy-Go-Round is well written, well organized, and very humorous. It covers almost every situation a parent will encounter on the long journey called parenthood. I enjoyed the essays on Christmas and other special days the most. These are the times that stick out in my mind when I think about my own childhood or my time as a young parent. I wish The Mommy-Go-Round had been available when my son was born. I would have had a little bit of a heads up on some of the joys and trials that would come, and I could have been a little better and more understanding helper to his mother. I applaud Eleanor D. Alspaugh for writing The Mommy-Go-Round and, looking at all the beautiful pictures of her happy family taken through the years, I can understand why she had to.
I honestly loved The Mommy-Go-Round by Eleanor D. Alspaugh. I have already been through the child raising years, and it confirmed for me that it’s not easy to raise kids, and that the most important things you can bring to the process are love, patience, and perspective. Eleanor D. Alspaugh does a great job of drawing on the lessons and experiences of her own childhood, and those of her time as a mother, to create a wonderful picture of the American family as it should be. This is not a “How to” book or an instruction manual on raising kids, but I think it would make a great gift for young mothers. I think there are a lot of things a young mother or father can learn from this book and it is very entertaining.
The Mommy-Go-Round is well written, well organized, and very humorous. It covers almost every situation a parent will encounter on the long journey called parenthood. I enjoyed the essays on Christmas and other special days the most. These are the times that stick out in my mind when I think about my own childhood or my time as a young parent. I wish The Mommy-Go-Round had been available when my son was born. I would have had a little bit of a heads up on some of the joys and trials that would come, and I could have been a little better and more understanding helper to his mother. I applaud Eleanor D. Alspaugh for writing The Mommy-Go-Round and, looking at all the beautiful pictures of her happy family taken through the years, I can understand why she had to.
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A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters
How to Boost Her Self-Esteem, Self-Image and Self-Respect
Michael T Wilkinson
2016 Silver Medal
153 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Lori A. Moore for Readers' Favorite
A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters: How to Boost Her Self-Esteem, Self-Image and Self-Respect by Michael T. Wilkinson is 153 pages of awesome advice for dads on how best to support their daughters as they grow up. Covering topics like why a father's presence means so much in a daughter's life, the self-esteem and self-respect issues of girls, and helping your daughter keep going when she wants to quit, Wilkinson has covered some of the most important topics for father-daughter relationships. This book includes real life stories of fathers and daughters and how their relationships changed and improved. Wilkinson even discusses gender disappointment when some expectant fathers have a girl when they wanted a boy, which might be a key to some father-daughter relationships if they can accept the wonderful gift of their daughter.
A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters: How to Boost Her Self-Esteem, Self-Image and Self-Respect by Michael T. Wilkinson should be mandatory reading for new fathers. The highlight for me was the line, "If you don't teach her, you fail her" because so many fathers (and mothers) think that just feeding and housing a child is enough. A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters is well-written, encouraging, and provides both easy-to-follow steps as well as personal stories to help fathers better understand what a relationship should be like with their daughters. My father is long gone, but I wish he could have read A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters when I was a child.
A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters: How to Boost Her Self-Esteem, Self-Image and Self-Respect by Michael T. Wilkinson is 153 pages of awesome advice for dads on how best to support their daughters as they grow up. Covering topics like why a father's presence means so much in a daughter's life, the self-esteem and self-respect issues of girls, and helping your daughter keep going when she wants to quit, Wilkinson has covered some of the most important topics for father-daughter relationships. This book includes real life stories of fathers and daughters and how their relationships changed and improved. Wilkinson even discusses gender disappointment when some expectant fathers have a girl when they wanted a boy, which might be a key to some father-daughter relationships if they can accept the wonderful gift of their daughter.
A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters: How to Boost Her Self-Esteem, Self-Image and Self-Respect by Michael T. Wilkinson should be mandatory reading for new fathers. The highlight for me was the line, "If you don't teach her, you fail her" because so many fathers (and mothers) think that just feeding and housing a child is enough. A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters is well-written, encouraging, and provides both easy-to-follow steps as well as personal stories to help fathers better understand what a relationship should be like with their daughters. My father is long gone, but I wish he could have read A Father's Guide to Raising Daughters when I was a child.
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From Pain to Parenthood
A Journey Through Miscarriage to Adoption
Deanna Kahler
2016 Gold Medal
212 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Anna Del C Dye for Readers' Favorite
When I chose this book to read, I knew it would bring out feelings I thought were gone from a corner of my mind. I was right. So many things resonated with me as I read the author’s experience of losing a baby. I know this book will resonate with many women that have experienced this trauma in their lives. I also remember that “The hard part of it was grieving alone with no one to share my sorrow.” The author recognizes that this is often a problem for women who miscarry. “You feel so sad and devastated, but many times your friends and family don't get it. They don't realize how much love you can feel for a baby you never saw, met or held.”
It truly is a devastating experience in the life of a woman. It is a trauma that you carry all your life, no matter how long ago it happened to you. I still remember the pain and anguish that I felt. The author also mentions that the pain will lessen and the hurt subside. I know this and am also a witness that it is true. Do you forget? No, but it all becomes an experience of faith and love. You do keep going and become whole.
I enjoyed this book as it helped me in a way to heal a little bit more. I know it will help other women who have had or are suffering from this sad experience. This book was written to tell you that you are not alone and that there is hope. From Pain to Parenthood also shares the author’s experience through adopting. It will bring you new hope and ideas of what to expect from the system. Great job.
When I chose this book to read, I knew it would bring out feelings I thought were gone from a corner of my mind. I was right. So many things resonated with me as I read the author’s experience of losing a baby. I know this book will resonate with many women that have experienced this trauma in their lives. I also remember that “The hard part of it was grieving alone with no one to share my sorrow.” The author recognizes that this is often a problem for women who miscarry. “You feel so sad and devastated, but many times your friends and family don't get it. They don't realize how much love you can feel for a baby you never saw, met or held.”
It truly is a devastating experience in the life of a woman. It is a trauma that you carry all your life, no matter how long ago it happened to you. I still remember the pain and anguish that I felt. The author also mentions that the pain will lessen and the hurt subside. I know this and am also a witness that it is true. Do you forget? No, but it all becomes an experience of faith and love. You do keep going and become whole.
I enjoyed this book as it helped me in a way to heal a little bit more. I know it will help other women who have had or are suffering from this sad experience. This book was written to tell you that you are not alone and that there is hope. From Pain to Parenthood also shares the author’s experience through adopting. It will bring you new hope and ideas of what to expect from the system. Great job.
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Foxhole Father
The Field Guide for Fathers
Christopher R. Whalen
2015 Finalist
250 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Roy T. James for Readers' Favorite
Foxhole Father: The Field Guide for Fathers by Christopher R. Whalen is a guide to raising children to become fully functioning, self aware, self respecting, self sufficient and independent adults. With the overriding philosophy being to ask oneself the foxhole father’s question, “What is best for the children?” before arriving at any decision, Christopher examines the many facets of single parenting. Beginning with a very basic question of how children are to be spoken to, he has selected almost all situations or conflicts that can occur while parenting in providing pragmatic instructions. The importance of being non-judgmental, expected behaviors from children, special care for teenagers, exposing children to technology, the need to have limits and boundaries, and how to handle romance are some of the areas covered in this book.
Foxhole Father: The Field Guide for Fathers by Christopher R. Whalen is a book full of sensible advice. In fact, one need not wait to become a single father to enjoy its help because the sagacious nature of its contents makes it a worthy companion to one and all. The author has made it a point to cover all ‘clumsy’ encounters, I think, and a good part of this book is devoted to handling such occasions as the meeting with one's ex. In fact, there is hardly any dilemma an average parent would be required to face which is not discussed by the author, and his answers are always based on common sense and logic. A good book for all and a worthy reference for all fathers.
Foxhole Father: The Field Guide for Fathers by Christopher R. Whalen is a guide to raising children to become fully functioning, self aware, self respecting, self sufficient and independent adults. With the overriding philosophy being to ask oneself the foxhole father’s question, “What is best for the children?” before arriving at any decision, Christopher examines the many facets of single parenting. Beginning with a very basic question of how children are to be spoken to, he has selected almost all situations or conflicts that can occur while parenting in providing pragmatic instructions. The importance of being non-judgmental, expected behaviors from children, special care for teenagers, exposing children to technology, the need to have limits and boundaries, and how to handle romance are some of the areas covered in this book.
Foxhole Father: The Field Guide for Fathers by Christopher R. Whalen is a book full of sensible advice. In fact, one need not wait to become a single father to enjoy its help because the sagacious nature of its contents makes it a worthy companion to one and all. The author has made it a point to cover all ‘clumsy’ encounters, I think, and a good part of this book is devoted to handling such occasions as the meeting with one's ex. In fact, there is hardly any dilemma an average parent would be required to face which is not discussed by the author, and his answers are always based on common sense and logic. A good book for all and a worthy reference for all fathers.
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Questionable Autism
Susan Louise Peterson
2015 Honorable Mention
98 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
Questionable Autism by Susan Louise Peterson is an excellent guide on autism for parents, educators, counselors and professionals who work around autistic people. Autism is a subject that has been controversial and debatable to a large extent, based on the experiences of people who have interacted with autistic children. This book opens the door to practical concerns regarding autism and real world practices. A lot of things written in the book regarding autism are questionable, but the book is useful to readers to understand more about the topic. It clears many misconceptions about autism that range from diagnosis to treatment, and also tells readers that screening children for autism does not give them a complete assessment regarding autism.
The author speaks about the subject matter extensively and expansively, and puts it forth in a simple and easy manner that is easily comprehended by readers. Parents and teachers become more knowledgeable about the topic after reading this book, which helps them to solve many problems related to autism. The approach to the subject is excellent and the topic is handled well with clarity. The questions to consider are useful ones that help the parent or educator evaluate the child in a detailed manner, giving a broader picture of the child. This book is definitely helpful to all those who work with and around autistic children. Autistic problems and symptoms vary from child to child and this book is helpful when it comes to understanding more about autism.
Questionable Autism by Susan Louise Peterson is an excellent guide on autism for parents, educators, counselors and professionals who work around autistic people. Autism is a subject that has been controversial and debatable to a large extent, based on the experiences of people who have interacted with autistic children. This book opens the door to practical concerns regarding autism and real world practices. A lot of things written in the book regarding autism are questionable, but the book is useful to readers to understand more about the topic. It clears many misconceptions about autism that range from diagnosis to treatment, and also tells readers that screening children for autism does not give them a complete assessment regarding autism.
The author speaks about the subject matter extensively and expansively, and puts it forth in a simple and easy manner that is easily comprehended by readers. Parents and teachers become more knowledgeable about the topic after reading this book, which helps them to solve many problems related to autism. The approach to the subject is excellent and the topic is handled well with clarity. The questions to consider are useful ones that help the parent or educator evaluate the child in a detailed manner, giving a broader picture of the child. This book is definitely helpful to all those who work with and around autistic children. Autistic problems and symptoms vary from child to child and this book is helpful when it comes to understanding more about autism.
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Walking to Woot
A Photographic Narrative Discovering New Dimensions For Parent/Teen Bonding
Jackie Chase
2015 Bronze Medal
242 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Gisela Dixon for Readers' Favorite
Walking to Woot: A Photographic Narrative Discovering New Dimensions For Parent/Teen Bonding by Jackie Chase is a true account of a mother-and-daughter’s journey together into Papua New Guinea and all of its accompanying adventures and insights. Walking to Woot starts with Jackie and her teenage daughter, Katherine, embarking on an once-in-a-lifetime journey to Papua New Guinea and into a world still relatively untouched by civilization. Their one-month-long excursion is documented fully as we hear their stories - full of adventure, fun, discomfort, and traveling with the bare necessities - which offer a rare glimpse into the lives and culture of the various tribes that inhabit Papua New Guinea. In the end, Walking to Woot is more than the journey; it also tells the story of how a mother and daughter became a team and formed a new bond as they experienced a new world.
Walking to Woot: A Photographic Narrative Discovering New Dimensions For Parent/Teen Bonding by Jackie Chase is an immensely enjoyable book written superbly by Jackie Chase. I felt that I was able to get a true, unadorned glimpse into the life and society of various tribes that live in Papua New Guinea such as the Dani, and to truly understand a region that may be one of the last untouched places left on earth. I also loved the fact that Jackie truly empathizes with the locals she meets and has a very open, accepting mindset. Her bonding with Katherine is also a great lesson in parenting. All in all, a wonderful read for all travel or parenting enthusiasts.
Walking to Woot: A Photographic Narrative Discovering New Dimensions For Parent/Teen Bonding by Jackie Chase is a true account of a mother-and-daughter’s journey together into Papua New Guinea and all of its accompanying adventures and insights. Walking to Woot starts with Jackie and her teenage daughter, Katherine, embarking on an once-in-a-lifetime journey to Papua New Guinea and into a world still relatively untouched by civilization. Their one-month-long excursion is documented fully as we hear their stories - full of adventure, fun, discomfort, and traveling with the bare necessities - which offer a rare glimpse into the lives and culture of the various tribes that inhabit Papua New Guinea. In the end, Walking to Woot is more than the journey; it also tells the story of how a mother and daughter became a team and formed a new bond as they experienced a new world.
Walking to Woot: A Photographic Narrative Discovering New Dimensions For Parent/Teen Bonding by Jackie Chase is an immensely enjoyable book written superbly by Jackie Chase. I felt that I was able to get a true, unadorned glimpse into the life and society of various tribes that live in Papua New Guinea such as the Dani, and to truly understand a region that may be one of the last untouched places left on earth. I also loved the fact that Jackie truly empathizes with the locals she meets and has a very open, accepting mindset. Her bonding with Katherine is also a great lesson in parenting. All in all, a wonderful read for all travel or parenting enthusiasts.
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When Parenting Is A Foreign Language
A Child Therapist's Guide to Speaking Your Child's Language
Diane Ross-Glazer
2015 Silver Medal
210 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
When Parenting Is A Foreign Language by Diane Ross-Glazer is a useful book on parenting and gives a peek into a child's emotional world, allowing one to become more aware while bringing up kids. It's a book that can be read many times and can be used as a guide for reference. The personal stories and experiences in the book are useful for readers. The book educates readers on how to deal with tantrums and prevent children from misbehaving in public. The book helps parents to communicate with their kids in a better way, understand their behavior and gently guide them toward more acceptable patterns of behavior.
I will definitely recommend this book to all parents because it helps build up healthy relationships with one's kids. The author's tips are simple, easy to put into practice, and insightful. There is a lot of information in the book and it is an effective manual in bringing up children and maintaining a healthy relationship with them. Parenting can become difficult and complicated at times, and this book discusses how to approach and handle kids during difficult times, and create a healing experience. The four-step formula for handling a child during a difficult situation is indeed helpful to all parents. The book is written with humor and the author is able to tell readers how the mind of child works. The book is beneficial from the point of view of both parents and children.
When Parenting Is A Foreign Language by Diane Ross-Glazer is a useful book on parenting and gives a peek into a child's emotional world, allowing one to become more aware while bringing up kids. It's a book that can be read many times and can be used as a guide for reference. The personal stories and experiences in the book are useful for readers. The book educates readers on how to deal with tantrums and prevent children from misbehaving in public. The book helps parents to communicate with their kids in a better way, understand their behavior and gently guide them toward more acceptable patterns of behavior.
I will definitely recommend this book to all parents because it helps build up healthy relationships with one's kids. The author's tips are simple, easy to put into practice, and insightful. There is a lot of information in the book and it is an effective manual in bringing up children and maintaining a healthy relationship with them. Parenting can become difficult and complicated at times, and this book discusses how to approach and handle kids during difficult times, and create a healing experience. The four-step formula for handling a child during a difficult situation is indeed helpful to all parents. The book is written with humor and the author is able to tell readers how the mind of child works. The book is beneficial from the point of view of both parents and children.
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Tilt
7 Solutions To Be A Guilt-Free Working Mom
Marci Fair
2015 Gold Medal
318 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
Reviewed by Samantha Rivera for Readers' Favorite
The life of a working mother can be difficult. There are times when you have to weigh up your professional obligations against the personal and familial obligations you have toward your family and, more specifically, your children. Understanding how to develop a personal life outside of your professional life and family life is essential to having a well-rounded, well-developed life. Marci Fair describes her life and the way she’s come to understand the best way to balance out the different aspects of her life. Tilt: 7 Solutions to Be a Guilt-Free Working Mom describes and helps you to understand the way in which life will change when you become a mother and a working professional at the same time.
Tilt: 7 Solutions to Be a Guilt-Free Working Mom by Marci Fair is a great book for any mother who is trying to decide on the best way to support her family financially and emotionally. I know that I’ve wondered what to do when I have children because I believe I’d still like to work. This book has helped me to understand what I can do to be there for my children yet still have a life of my own. If you’re a mother who doesn’t know how to provide the best level of care for her children and work outside the home, then this is definitely a book to consider. I know I’ll recommend it to my friends and family members who are working mothers as well, and I’ll be looking back at it when I have children of my own.
The life of a working mother can be difficult. There are times when you have to weigh up your professional obligations against the personal and familial obligations you have toward your family and, more specifically, your children. Understanding how to develop a personal life outside of your professional life and family life is essential to having a well-rounded, well-developed life. Marci Fair describes her life and the way she’s come to understand the best way to balance out the different aspects of her life. Tilt: 7 Solutions to Be a Guilt-Free Working Mom describes and helps you to understand the way in which life will change when you become a mother and a working professional at the same time.
Tilt: 7 Solutions to Be a Guilt-Free Working Mom by Marci Fair is a great book for any mother who is trying to decide on the best way to support her family financially and emotionally. I know that I’ve wondered what to do when I have children because I believe I’d still like to work. This book has helped me to understand what I can do to be there for my children yet still have a life of my own. If you’re a mother who doesn’t know how to provide the best level of care for her children and work outside the home, then this is definitely a book to consider. I know I’ll recommend it to my friends and family members who are working mothers as well, and I’ll be looking back at it when I have children of my own.
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