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Momma Moments with God: A 90-Day Devotional
by Sharon JaynesThe story-based devotions, Bible verses, reflection questions, prayers, and space for journaling in this 90-day devotional help mothers know they are not alone—even on their toughest parenting days. From middle-of-the-night newborn hours to the tumultuous teen years, mothering is a rewarding but sometimes lonely calling. The short, daily doses of biblical wisdom and sisterly camaraderie in Momma Moments with God encourage moms in every season to find strength from their heavenly Father and know they are not alone. In these 90 heartwarming devotions, Sharon Jaynes shares stories from her own life, as well as Bible verses, prayers, reflection questions, and journaling pages. Every day invites a time to pause and focus on a parenting theme such as relying on God, receiving and offering grace, and renewing courage to move into a new season. An ideal gift for baby showers, adoption parties, or for any mom who needs to know she is never alone in her parenting struggles, Momma Moments with God brings moms back to God&’s Word alongside someone who understands.
Momma's Going to March
by Jennifer MarunoWe’re going to a peaceful protest because … Momma’s going to march! Momma’s Going to March follows several children over time as they accompany their mothers to different peaceful protest marches, where they advocate for the environment, freedom, equality, peace and clean water. They help make signs and banners, decorate wagons, carry flags and beat drums. Momma shows them that advocacy can be fun … and that they can do it, too! With accessible text and engaging artwork, Momma’s Going to March will empower a generation of young activists. Includes an author’s note, brief descriptions of a select number of historical marches, and further information on the use of signs, flags, banners, drums and more in peaceful protests. Key Text Features illustrations author's note historical note historical context
Mommies Are Amazing
by Meredith CostainIn this companion to Daddies Are Awesome, mommy cats and kittens take the spotlight, celebrating moms of all kinds.Loving and thoughtful, playful and daring, cuddly and caring—mommies are amazing. This gentle rhyming text celebrates the special bond between mother and child. Adorable mommy cat and kitten illustrations make this completely charming!
Mommies Behaving Badly
by Roz BaileyIn her witty, wry, insightful new novel, Roz Bailey follows the adventures of one woman who's discovering a new state--and a whole new state of mind. . . Some signs are hard to ignore. . . When Ruby Dixon's car is stolen--again--on the day her husband is offered a job in Portland, Oregon, the message seems clear. It's time to give up stressful New York living in favor of bucolic bliss in the Great Northwest. Others you don't see until it's too late. . . Now Ruby, Jack, and their three children have a palatial house in a peaceful burb, and everything's perfect. Except that Ruby can't get a decent haircut, can't seem to crack her neighbors' shells. . . and Jack is constantly away on business. If it wasn't for her new friend Ariel, another transplanted New Yorker who's earned the ire of the local PTA, Ruby would be about ready to cry uncle. And some guide you right where you need to be But if life is dependable for one thing, it's unexpected turns, leaving Ruby and her children in a far from familiar place. Their new situation is beyond terrifying. . . But it's also somehow exhilarating. Because Ruby is about to find out just what can happen when there are no compromises, no safety nets, and no rules to follow but your own. . .
Mommies Say Shhh!
by Patricia PolaccoGoats say "Maa-Maa-Maa. " Birds say "Cheep-Cheep-Cheep. " Horses say "Neigh-Neigh-Neigh. " Rabbits say nothing at all! But when all of these animals get together and raise a honking, braying, neighing ruckus, what do mommies say? "Shhhhhh!" With the simplest of texts and a variety of fun animal noises, Patricia Polacco has created another read-aloud winner for the preschool crowd. .
Mommies, Daddies, Donors, Surrogates
by Diane EhrensaftIf you need help having a baby, reproductive technology can supply the answer. But it also raises a host of questions that won't arise until after the child is born What will you say to "Where did I come from?" when the answer includes a donor or surrogate? Will knowing the truth about how you conceived make your child love you less? Will having a baby with someone else strain your relationship with your spouse or partner? What will grandparents, family members, friends, and coworkers think? Dr. Diane Ehrensaft--a developmental and clinical psychologist who's worked with families formed using assisted reproductive technology for more than 20 years--helps you anticipate the big questions and find solutions that are right for you and your loved ones. Dr. Ehrensaft offers information, support, and straightforward advice for coping with private worries, confronting public prejudices, and raising happy, healthy children. Single or married, straight or gay, anyone looking forward to the joys and challenges of building a family with the help of a donor or surrogate will discover a wealth of thought-provoking ideas and fresh insights in this sensitive, practical, and positive book.
Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process
by Dr Sheryl G. ZieglerThe ultimate must-read handbook for the modern mother: a practical, and positive tool to help free women from the debilitating notion of being the "perfect mom," filled with funny and all too relatable true-life stories and realistic suggestions to stop the burnout cycle, and protect our kids from the damage burnout can cause.Moms, do you feel tired? Overwhelmed? Have you continually put off the things you need to do for you? Do you feel like it’s all worth it because your kids are happy? Are you "over" being a mother? If you answered yes to these questions, you’re not alone. Parents today want to create the ideal childhood for their children. Women strive to be the picture-perfect Pinterest mother that looks amazing, hosts the best birthday parties in town, posts the most "liked" photos, and serves delicious, nutritious home-cooked meals in her neat, organized home after ferrying the kids to school and a host of extracurricular activities on time.This drive, while noble, can also be destructive, causing stress and anxiety that leads to "mommy burnout." Psychologist and family counselor Dr. Sheryl Ziegler is well-versed in the stress that moms face, and the burden of guilt they carry because they often feel like they aren’t doing enough for their kids’ happiness. A mother of three herself, Dr. Z—as she’s affectionately known by her many patients—recognizes and understands that modern moms are all too often plagued by exhaustion, failure, isolation, self-doubt, and a general lack of self-love, and their families are also feeling the effects, too.Over the last nineteen years working with families and children, Dr. Z has devised a prescriptive program for addressing "mommy burnout"—teaching moms that they can learn to re-energize themselves and still feel good about their families and their lives. In this warm and empathetic guide, she examines this modern epidemic among mothers who put their children’s happiness above their own, and offers empowering, proven solutions for alleviating this condition, saving marriages and keeping kids happy in the process.
Mommy Calls
by Tanya Reymer Altmann--------------------------------------------------------------------------------The must-have resource for parents of children up to age three! Small enough to fit in a diaper bag, but big on straight-forward, medically-sound advice delivered in the warm, funny and straightforward style that has made author Tanya Altmann, MD, FAAP, a favorite on NBC's Today show.Beginning in her residency and continuing throughout her years in practice, Dr. Altmann has kept track of the various questions asked by new and experienced parents. Mommy Calls represents what she considers to be the top 101 most common questions parents ask their pediatrician. Sample questions include:How can I be sure that my newborn is getting enough to eatWhat should I do if I think my child swallowed a coinShould I worry that my child has a fever after getting his shots todayShe feels better - is it safe to play with other children nowDoes his cut need stichesAnd most importantly: How do I know when to call the pediatricianOrganized by category and age group, Mommy Calls is filled with clever tips and fun facts, along with Pediatric Points designed to quickly and clearly communicate important AAP recommendations in easy-to-understand language.Topics includeBasic Baby CareBreastfeedingFormula FeedingSolids, Milk, and Other Feeding IssuesPoopingStomachaches and VomitingFeverIllnessesSkinIngestions, Injuries, and First AidGrowing UpSleep
Mommy Calls Me Monkeypants
by J. D. Lester Hiroe NakataThis endearing book captures the sweetness and fun of mother and child interaction with a clever, funny text and illustrations that are right on the mark. J. D. Lester' s funny nicknames come to life with Hiroe Nakata's endearing, colorful artwork, resulting in a board book that is sweet, adorable, and fun--perfect for all new mommies and their babies to share.
Mommy Can't Fix It: Coping With Type One Diabetes
by Rhonda W. FuselierReceiving a diagnosis for an incurable disease is difficult for a parent. Having a child diagnosed with Type One Diabetes hurls a mother onto a roller-coaster of emotions. Read one mother's story into learning, growing and accepting the diagnosis of Type One Diabetes for her sons.
Mommy Cusses: Inspiring Profanity and Stimulating Sarcasm for Mamas Who've Seen It All
by Serena DormanFor fans of Go the F*ck to Sleep, Mommy Cusses is a hilarious novelty parenting book full of tell-it-like-it-is quotes, snarky lists, and too-true anecdotes that will resonate with new moms everywhere.For new-ish mothers who need to laugh at the absurdity of parenting so they don't cry, who are looking for a we're-in-this-together sense of solidarity, and who don't have time to read a "real" book, here is a hilarious and highly relatable collection of mom malarkey. There are real-talk quotes, helpful lists (such as "How to Look Like You Have Your Act Together"), "mom-tivities," and quizzes, all delivered with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Packaged in a handy trim size with colorful illustrations throughout, Mommy Cusses is the perfect gift for moms and moms-to-be who need some comic relief.• GREAT GIFT: Mommy Cusses is super relatable and laugh-out-loud funny, making it an easy gift for Mother's Day or a baby shower, or an anytime gift for a parent.• PERENNIAL TOPIC: It doesn't take long to experience all the ups and downs of parenting. Mommy Cusses features timeless mommy humor that won't go out of style and a fresh look and feel that speaks to young parents.Perfect for:• Expectant parents and parents of children under 5• Shoppers looking for a baby shower or Mother's Day gift for a friend, spouse, or daughter• Followers of the Mommy Cusses blog or Instagram account
Mommy Deadliest
by Michael BensonCASE FEATURED ON 20/20ANTI-FREEZE FOR A HUSBANDIt looked like a suicide. A man's corpse on the bathroom floor—next to a half-empty glass of anti-freeze. But fingerprints on the glass belonged to the deceased's wife, Stacey Castor. And a turkey baster in the garbage had police wondering if she force-fed the toxic fluid down her husband's throat. PILLS FOR A DAUGHTERIn desperation, Stacey concocted a devious plan. She mixed a deadly cocktail of vodka and pills, then served it to her twenty-year-old daughter Ashley. The authorities would find Ashley with a suicide note, confessing to the anti-freeze murder. But Stacey's plan backfired—because Ashley refused to die . . . A KILLER FOR A MOTHERCharged with murdering her second husband—and attempting to kill her oldest daughter—Stacey Castor sparked a media frenzy. But when police dug up her first husband's grave—and found anti-freeze in his body, too—this New York housewife earned a nickname that would follow her all the way to prison. They called her 'The Black Widow. ' And with good reason. Includes 16 Pages of Shocking Photos
Mommy Ever After
by Rebecca Fox Starr<p>“And they lived mommy ever after,” the mommy whispered to her baby. “Because we are not always going to feel happy, but I am always going to be your mommy.”<p> <p>A daughter grows from a tiny infant to a young girl, and the years bring all the natural changes and accompanying emotions. Some emotions are big and scary. But the one constant in the little girl’s life is her mother and her magical stories. These stories stories teach her about her uniqueness, about her kindness, and about her power to face the inevitable darkness in life. But when she’s on her own, away from her mother, can she share her light?<p> <p>It’s never too early to teach children how to recognize and accept emotions like fear, sadness, and loneliness. Through gorgeous illustrations of the real and fantasy worlds in which children always coexist, Mommy Ever After explores the difficult idea that we won’t always be happy, but we can always be brave and we can always be kind.<p>
Mommy Grace: Erasing Your Mommy Guilt
by Sheila Schuller ColemanUniversally, mothers tend to feel they are not good enough at parenting and fear they are harming their children by not being perfect. InMommy Grace: Erasing Mommy Guilt, Sheila Schuller Coleman offers overwhelmed moms short but emotive stories of authentic motherhood from her own and others' experiences-foibles and all-and offers comfort by showing how God makes up for human weakness with His own strength. Because Sheila shares lessons learned the hard way by real moms rather than giving difficult instructions for better mothering, readers will leave the book feeling encouraged rather than lectured. For every mom who feels she's not quite up to the colossal job of parenting, MOMMY GRACE is full of hope and compassion.
Mommy Hugs
by Karen KatzCount from one to ten as Mommy and baby count their hugs throughout the day. From one nuzzle-wuzzle wake-up hug, to four "I'll always catch you!" sliding hugs, all the way to ten "I love you!" good-night hugs, this book captures some of the special moments mother and child share. In the style of Karen Katz's COUNTING KISSES, this is a simple, fun, bright book that mommies will love to read with their little ones.
Mommy IQ: The Complete Guide to Pregnancy
by Rosie PopeMommy IQ is the ultimate girlfriend’s guide to pregnancy. Rosie Pope—maternity fashion designer, pregnancy guru, and star of the hit TV show Pregnant in Heels on Bravo—leads expectant mothers through the ups and downs of pregnancy with her trademark humor and down-to-earth charm, tackling difficult issues with refreshing candor while offering useful information about medical support. The founder of MomPrep—a prenatal and postpartum education center—Rosie makes the journey to motherhood even more memorable with friendly advice, laugh-out-loud stories, and heartfelt, “been-there” insights. Mommy IQ is a must-own handbook for moms-to-be, young moms, and the families of expectant moms.
Mommy Love: A Mindfulness Exercise for Mothers and Babies
by Susan VerdeA beautiful meditation on new motherhood from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the I Am series, Susan Verde.#1 New York Times bestselling author and mindfulness teacher Susan Verde has introduced millions of young readers to the idea of self-care. Now she has crafted a message of healing to be shared between new mothers and their babies as they read together.Becoming a mother isn&’t always easy. There are tired days and tears, tests of patience and fears of getting it wrong. As mother and child read Mommy Love, the text provides the reader with the prompts of a mindfulness exercise. Mothers are guided to use their senses to help them bond with their babies, notice small details, and ground themselves in the present moment. There are words of encouragement and hope as Mommy and Baby begin their journey of love together.Complete with an author&’s note, breathing exercises, a gratitude practice, and other resources, Mommy Love is a groundbreaking and heartwarming book that reassures all those who are experiencing motherhood that they are doing their best as they explore their important new role.
Mommy Made and Daddy too!: Home Cooking For A Healthy Baby & Toddler - (Revised Edition)
by David Kimmel Suzanne Goldenson Martha KimmelEveryone loves a home-cooked meal--even babies and toddlers! Experts agree that homemade baby food is the healthiest way to feed young children. By making their own baby food, parents can drastically reduce the sugar, salt, artificial colors, fillers, additives, and preservatives in their child's diet. And now making baby food from scratch has never been easier--with this practical, user-friendly cookbook by Martha and David Kimmel, founders of the phenomenally successfulMommy Made*line of baby and toddler food. Updated for a special 10th anniversary edition,Mommy Made*is filled with 140 easy-to-make recipes that are perfect for introducing your baby to wholesome solid foods. These delicious, kid-tested dishes--which include finger foods, shakes and smoothies, snacks on the go, spoonable treats, and a variety of table dishes--were created with your baby's special nutritional needs in mind, and will help your child establish healthful eating habits that will last a lifetime. Mommy Made*also includes: Nutrition advice from birth to three years--incorporating guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics A blueprint for when and how to get your baby started on solid food Answers to parents' most frequently asked questions: from milk and protein needs to determining portion size, preventing "hunger strikes," and detecting food allergies Tips on pureeing, straining, and mashing, as well as storage, thawing and reheating, and using the microwave A handy nutrition glossary, food pyramid, and list of helpful websites And much more!
Mommy Madness: Sippy Cups are Not for Chardonnay; Naptime is the New Happy Hour; Gummi Bears Should Not Be Organic
by Stefanie Wilder-TaylorFor the first time ever, New York Times bestselling author Stefanie Wilder-Taylor's three whip-smart, practical, and hilarious parenting guides--now in one convenient ebook collection.Covering every stage of child rearing imaginable--from labor pains to growing pains and everywhere in between--this convenient ebook set offers readers access to all things parenting in one collection. The boxed set includes: Sippy Cups Are Not for Chardonnay Friends, family, colleagues, the UPS delivery guy--suddenly everybody is a trove of advice, much of it contradictory and confusing. With dire warnings of what will happen if baby is fed on demand and even direr warnings of what will happen if he isn't, not to mention hordes of militant "lactivists," cosleeping advocates, and books on what to worry about next, modern parenthood can seem like a minefield. Here's how you can separate the practical from the practically certifiable. Naptime Is the New Happy Hour Once the zig-zagging hormones and endless, bleary-eyed exhaustion of the first year have worn off, you're left with the startling realization that your tiny, immobile bundle has become a rampaging toddler, complete with his or her very own, very forceful personality. How do you deal with that tiny bundle of joy that's suddenly become, like, a real person? Gummi Bears Should Not Be Organic From the moment life first drops us Hunger Games-style into parenthood with just a naked, crying stranger and Google for company, we're taunted with scary studies and impassioned opinions about how to do it perfectly. You're going to need a friend to give you a shoulder to cry on when times get rough, and to give you a smack upside the head when you start replacing Goldfish crackers for kale chips. Luckily, Stefanie Wilder-Taylor's in the market for a new MFF: Mom Friend Forever.
Mommy Man: How I Went from Mild-mannered Geek to Gay Superdad
by Jerry MahoneyAs a teenager growing up in the 1980s, all Jerry Mahoney wanted was a nice, normal sham marriage: 2. 5 kids and a frustrated, dissatisfied wife living in denial of her husband's sexuality. Hey, why not? It seemed much more attainable and fulfilling than the alternative--coming out of the closet and making peace with the fact that he'd never have a family at all. Twenty years later, Jerry is living with his long-term boyfriend, Drew, and they're ready to take the plunge into parenthood. But how? Adoption? Foster parenting? Kidnapping? What they want most of all is a great story to tell their future kid about where he or she came from. Their search leads them to gestational surrogacy, a road less traveled where they'll be borrowing a stranger's ladyparts for nine months. Thus begins Jerry and Drew's hilarious and unexpected journey to daddyhood. From then on, they're in uncharted waters. They're forced to face down homophobic baby store clerks, a hospital that doesn't know what to do with them, even members of their own family who think what they're doing is a little nutty. One thing's for sure. If this all works out, they're going to have an incredible birth story to tell their kid. With honesty, emotion, and laugh-out-loud humor, Jerry Mahoney ponders what it means to become a Mommy Man . . . and discovers that the answer is as varied and beautiful as the concept of family itself.
Mommy Mantras: Affirmations and Insights to Keep You From Losing Your Mind
by Bethany E. Casarjian Diane H. DillonMommy Mantras are phrases you can say in your head, or out loud if you need to, during those trying moments of mothering. They act to empower you, revive you, and remind you that there is always another way to see your situation. Buddhist-inspired and psychologically grounded, these snippets of wisdom come through entertaining and universal stories of unpredictable life with children.Here are a few examples of how a mantra can help you control your reactions to those mothering circumstances largely out of your control:When it seems like everyone else's children are better behaved (and doesn't it always feel that way?), you can remind yourself to narrow your focus, or stop comparing your children to others, which is only bound to make you miserable.When the monotony of caring for a toddler gets to you, remembering to surrender to the goat, as one mother did when her son insisted on feeding the same goat at the petting zoo every day, for hours, will help you recognize the importance of being in the moment, and will help you endure and even enjoy the sometimes tedious routines.When you begin to resent that you do more housework than your spouse, despite your best intentions and all the nagging in the world, you can learn to ignore the score, or let go of keeping track, which can become an unhealthy (and unhelpful) obsession.When your mantras seem to fail you, you can always remind yourself that I am not Buddha. Motherhood is not something we can master. We can only try to be more mindful. Even so, some days are harder than others. Mantras are the deceptively simple words we can use to diffuse stress and choose appropriate, constructive behavior so we can recognize ourselves, find our center and be more mindful and compassionate mothers.From the Hardcover edition.
Mommy Memoirs: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Look at the Trials and Triumphs of Being a Mom (Mj Faith Ser.)
by Ann Van WaterHow a wannabe perfect mom hit the wall of reality—hard. A funny, relatable, and spiritual look at the unforgettable journey of motherhood. Mommy Memoirs is a delightful journey from pregnancies and births to marriages and a hysterectomy! There are few stones left unturned as author Ann Van De Water describes her hectic life as a mother of three boys in short read-it-and-run stories that will have her audience laughing out loud one minute and grabbing tissues the next. These true-to-life experiences filled with humor, tenderness, practicality, and joy, written by a been-there-done-that mom, will have other moms and grandmothers reminiscing and expectant moms anticipating their own adventures. All will come away knowing they are not alone on their journey through motherhood. &“Reading Ann&’s book was like dipping my cup into a well of stories filled with the authentic trials and triumphs of motherhood.&” —Jill Kelly, author of Without a Word &“I have been laughing my head off as I read Ann&’s anecdotes about raising her three sons . . . I found so many stories that I could relate to, from &‘letting down&’ in public (breastfeeding moms know exactly what I mean) to struggling to find a last-minute Halloween costume. I encourage all mothers and moms-to-be to read Ann Van De Water&’s Mommy Memoirs. You&’ll learn that you don&’t have to be perfect to be the best mom for your kids!&” —Susan M. Heim, parenting author and Chicken Soup for the Soul editor, susanheim.blogspot.com
Mommy Power: Discovering Your Mommy Strength
by Sheila Schuller ColemanMany women struggle with being mothers. The great joys of parenting are hindered by harsh self-doubt and a chronic lack of physical and emotional energy. In MOMMY POWER, Sheila Schuller Coleman helps women understand that while they really don't have the power or strength to handle the demands of motherhood alone, they don't have to. Mommy strength, Sheila says, comes from asking God to lend some of His, knowing He will never fail to provide. God will enable anyone who asks to become a powerful mother who loves strong, forgives strong, and models a strong faith.
Mommy Snuggles
by Anne Gutman Georg HallenslebenHow does a mother show her love? By bringing her baby everywhere! In this touching tribute to a mother's love, tigers, kangaroos, otters, penguins, and more keep their young close no matter where they go.
Mommy Snuggles
by Anne Gutman Georg HallenslebenHow does a mother show her love? By bringing her baby everywhere! In this touching tribute to a mother's love, tigers, kangaroos, otters, penguins, and more keep their young close no matter where they go.