Parenting Mess to Launch Success: 30 Challenges to Build Lifelong Influence and Relationships With Your Children is the third book in the Mess to Success series. Following Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges to Become the Leader You Would Follow (2019), and Marketing Mess to Brand Success: 30 Challenges to Transform Your Organization's Brand (and Your Own) (2021), Parenting Mess to Launch Success focuses on 30 specific challenges the lead author, Scott Jeffrey Miller, has faced as a reluctant (hostage) parent to three sons after a life of intended bachelorhood. As the age-old story goes, man meets woman (at the gym, of course), woman is awesome in every way, then along comes marriage and three sons in five years. Thatcher, who is the oldest son, has joined his father as an author and adds colorful (truthful) commentary on each challenge from his own unvarnished point of view.

If parenting is your life mission and calling, and it brings you purpose and unbridled joy every day-THIS IS NOT YOUR BOOK. Delete it from your cart and instead buy Scott's most recent book, Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career From Accidental to Intentional, as when your kids abandon you for their own lives in a few years, you'll need something to do, and your career will likely fill that gap.

However, if you've ever struggled with parenting-meaning every day you curse, sob, or seriously question how you could drive to Mexico and never be tracked or found (like you've not thought of this enticing alternative)-then be sure your Amazon Prime account is current so you can buy this book and have it arrive today.

Parenting Mess to Launch Success features father-and-son author team, Scott and Thatcher Miller, discussing in hilarious, vulnerable, and often uncomfortable detail common parenting issues that we all face daily but never took a course in or had zero training for. Raw, real, relatable stories give validation and hope of survival for anyone wishing (like Scott has) for an iron skillet to fall on their head and release them from the parenting nightmare for good.

Please buy this book, as Thatcher and his brothers need the royalties (and hopefully movie rights) to fund their future therapy sessions and mindfulness retreats in Costa Rica.

This book is epic.

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Half of all women in the United States will live with or marry a man with children. And what woman with stepchildren has not-in order to defuse the often overwhelming challenges and anxieties she experiences-referred to herself as a stepmonster? What Hope Edelman's book has done for motherless daughters, Wednesday Martin's empowering and original Stepmonster does for stepmothers: unlocks the emotional mysteries of why they think and feel and act the way they do. Martin draws on her own experience as a stepmother, interviews many stepmothers and stepchildren, and gathers insights from literature, psychology, and evolutionary biology to reveal the little-understood realities of this demanding role. Stepmonster illuminates the harrowing process of becoming a stepmother, exposes the myths and realities of being married to a man with children, counteracts the prevailing notion that stepmothers are solely responsible for the problems they encounter, identifies the five step-dilemmas that create conflict, and considers the emotional and social challenges men with children face when they remarry. Stepmonster also sheds light on the history of stepmothering and the previously overlooked legacy of women with stepchildren everywhere. Finally, in an unexpected twist, Martin shows why the myth of the Wicked Stepmother is at once an elaborate cultural fiction and our single best tool for understanding who real stepmothers are and how they feel.

Create a Loving and Safe Environment for Your Blended Family

Blended families face unique challenges, and sadly, good intentions aren't always enough. With so many complex relationships involved, all the normal rules for family life change, even how you apply something as simple as the five love languages.

That's why Gary Chapman, the bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages(R) andnational expert on stepfamilies, Ron Deal, join together in this book to teach you how the five love languages can help your blended family. They'll teach you:

• About the unique dynamics of stepfamilies
• How to overcome fear and trust issues in marriage
• How to develop healthy parenting and step-parenting practices
• How the love languages should--and should not--be applied

You're going to face many challenges, but with the right strategies and smart work, your family can be stronger and healthier together.

In Stepmomming, the author pulls from her personal life to explore the ups and downs of being a stepmom in a world on the brink of social change. Being a stepmom is not so easy. Stepmomming is HARD. It doesn't matter who you are or how much you care, in fact, caring too much could be your problem. Not caring enough, could also be your problem. As both a bio mom and a stepmom, I can tell you that both roles are incredibly difficult. Not all bio moms are difficult or off their hinges. I have appreciation for all women who try their best to care for our next generation. I can also honestly tell you that stepmomming is MUCH more difficult.

This book provides a simple yet thorough understanding of the Stepmomming life. What is a stepmom? Or who is a stepmom? I think it is important for us to look at the real women behind the role so that we can really understand the lives and even traumas of these women.

Stepmommas, do not allow others to cause you to question yourself. Find your spirit, find your stepmom purpose, keep true to your integrity. Strong mind, strong body, strong heart. You are a triple threat. From one stepmom to another, keep doing you.

From Meltdown to Mellow in Minutes: Your Essential Guide to Raising an Explosive Kid Without Losing Peace!

- Have you reached your wits' end, feeling like you've tried every parenting trick in the book, yet nothing seems to quench the wildfire of your child's explosive behavior?

- Do you find yourself marooned in a sea of sleepless nights, your mind a whirlwind of worry, questioning if your tactics are soothing the storm or igniting your child's fiery spirit?

- Have you reached the end of your rope, grappling with the thunderstorms of rage and defiance that shake the very foundations of your family life?

Yet there is a way, to help bypass the fear of being stuck where you are at:

• Beyond Blame: Realizing Why Your Child's Explosions Aren't Their Fault and How This Knowledge Can Strengthen Your Bond.
• Mastering Emotional Detachment: Learn Techniques to Stay Calm and Collected Amidst the Storm of Your Child's Explosive Behaviors.
• Guiding Your Child Through the Maze of Emotions: Tools to Help Them Recognize, Understand, and Express Feelings Constructively.
• Building Blocks of Self-Esteem: Foster Confidence and Resilience in Your Child, Paving the Way for a Healthier Self-Image.
• Innovative Parenting Techniques: Tailored Strategies to Elevate the Life Quality of Your Child with Intense Emotions.
• Emotion Management Toolkit: Practical Steps and Tips for Disciplining and Managing Challenging Outbursts.
• Peace Amidst the Storm: How to Maintain Your Own Well-being While Navigating the Challenges of Raising an Explosive Child.
• Communication Bridges: Developing Effective Ways to Talk to and Understand Your Explosive Child.

Every Child is Different: Many parents might feel that a book offering general advice won't apply to their child's unique personality and specific challenges. They may believe that their child's behavior is too unique or complex to be addressed by a one-size-fits-all approach. However, by being able to put different tools in your toolbox (which this book does provide many) you can help your child to become the best version of themselves and help your family to become a close-knit group.

I've Tried Everything Already: Some parents might be skeptical because they feel they have already tried numerous strategies, read various books, and maybe even sought professional help without seeing significant improvements in their child's behavior. Having tried everything may be your thought. Yet, have you thought about putting different tools to the problem? Maybe using one or two or maybe even three different strategies for one situation/behavior is what you need, and this book can help with that.

If you're navigating the stormy waters of parenting an explosive child and searching for a guiding star to lead you to calmer shores, then scroll up and click the 'Add to Cart' button now! Embrace this opportunity to transform your parenting journey, turning challenges into triumphs and chaos into harmony.

Discover the Keys to a Healthy Stepfamily

Leading stepfamily expert Ron L. Deal reveals the seven fundamental steps to blended family success and provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues you face as a stepfamily. Whether married or soon-to-be-married, you'll discover how to

- Solve the everyday puzzles of stepparenting and stepchildren relationships
- Communicate effectively with an ex-spouse
- Handle stepfamily finances confidently
- Cook your stepfamily slowly rather than expect an instant blend

This revised and expanded edition has updated research and two new chapters with even more real-world advice on topics such as stepsibling relationships and later-life stepfamilies.

A funny, honest, and empathetic resource for the novice stepmother on maintaining sanity, solving hair-raising identity issues, regaining a sense of humor, and surviving what you did for love....

What happens when the honeymoon comes to a screeching halt and you're faced with a houseful of rambunctious children, an ever-present ex-wife, and a new husband trying to balance the chaos?

This helpful guide includes advice on:

- The kids: Adjusting to suspicion, resentment, and biological-parent loyalties
- The ex-wife: Living calmly alongside her, whether she's a psycho or the perfect mother
- The holidays: Accommodating old family traditions and developing new ones
- The sex: Keeping love alive through the kids' bed-wettings and nightmares
- The finances: Building safety nets and avoiding financial disasters
- The urge to be evil: Accepting it, and then stopping yourself from saying something you'll regret--to him, the kids, or her
- Plus an invaluable list of resources, websites, publications, and organizations specifically for the new stepmother

Help for Stepdads from Leading Expert

The Smart Stepdad gives you all the tools you need to navigate the stepparenting minefield, such as how to connect with the kids, how to be a godly role model, and how to handle tricky issues like discipline.

If you're about to be a StepParent, or if you've been at it for awhile, and you're looking to build a solid relationship with your StepChildren, 'Step'ping Up is your go-to guide. This book is all about navigating the unique challenges of being a StepParent and creating strong, meaningful connections with your StepKids (or SKids, for short).

This book is about the relationships between StepParents and StepChildren. There won't be any discussion about blending kids together. It's coming from the point of view of a StepDaughter who grew into a StepMother. Most of what you'll read will relate to StepFathers, StepMothers, or StepParents in general.

Love may be sweeter the second time around, but once the bliss of a newfound relationship wears off a little, the reality of being part of a stepfamily sets in. If you are one of the millions of remarried Americans facing the challenge of blending two existing families into one cohesive whole, you are part of a stepcouple--and you know all too well how hard it can be to make your marriage work in sometimes tough terrain.

Different parenting styles, finances, relationships with ex-spouses, legal matters, and even seemingly simple issues such as the kinds of chores assigned to children can chisel away at your union if you don't always make your marriage a priority.

Stepcoupling offers advice for stepcouples on how to do just that--all the while strengthening their blended family with a healthy marriage. Susan Wisdom and Jennifer Green provide tips and strategies on dealing with the issues remarried couples face, with a wealth of advice from real-life stepcouples, such as:

* Learning to tailor your expectations of your spouse or children and remembering that no family is perfect
* Knowing where your boundaries are, whether involving a hostile ex-spouse or a stepchild who demands too much attention
* Realizing that traits like flexibility, tolerance, forgiveness, and openness are especially essential in a stepfamily situation
* Making us time for talking, problem-solving, weekends away, and enjoying your marriage to constantly renew and strengthen your bond as a couple

Let this invaluable remarriage manual help you make your stepcouple the foundation of a strong, happy, and successful stepfamily.

Subtitle: How To Succeed Where Others Fail This book is for anyone who finds them self in the role of stepparent. No one plans on being a stepparent; it's something that happens when you fall in love with someone who already has children. Just like parenting, it can be very fulfilling or it can be frustrating and heartbreaking. The choice is ours. Written by a psychologist and stepmother, who knows firsthand the challenges that being a stepparent can bring. The stories in this volume are drawn from clients that the author has counseled as well as her own adventurous life as a stepparent. To other struggling stepparents who feel they are drowning in their situation, she offers hope, encouragement, and realistic coping strategies. She provides proven techniques that help individuals succeed in their new marriages, build caring relationships with their stepchildren, and bolster their emotional life in general. This gem of a book reveals how stepparenting, in spite of the pitfalls, can be done well and be immensely rewarding for the whole family. Richard Levak, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist and Personality Expert

All the Tools You Need to Thrive as a Stepmom

Let stepfamily experts Ron L. Deal and Laura Petherbridge show you how to survive and thrive as a stepmom, including how to be a positive influence on the children and how to deal with conflict, as well as practical issues like dealing with holidays and between-home communication.

Are you tired of arguing with your child, but don't want to abuse power and use force to teach them boundaries? Do you want to know how to get your child to cooperate by talking and teaching that actions have consequences?

If so, Positive Discipline for Kids; The Essential Guide to Manage Children's Behavior, Develop Effective Communication and Raise a Positive and Confident Child is the book for you

Have you ever been worried about a lack of discipline in your parenting style, but found yourself unable to discipline without force? Are you afraid to put your foot down because you feel like it will traumatize your child? Don't worry An abundance of healthy, safe, and loving ways to teach your child discipline is just around the corner

Did you know that children who are raised with an equal amount of freedom and boundaries grow up to be strong, confident, and resilient to stress and failures? Did you know that children who lack boundaries often face more challenges in life, have a harder time adapting, and are more likely to struggle with stress in adult life? That's right

This book will teach you how to build a strong, trust-based bond with your child, and how to instill responsibility and accountability by using effective communication and teaching about the consequences of your child's actions.

This book will lead you to discover:

● What is positive discipline

● How to help your child learn from their behaviors

● How to establish healthy and consistent boundaries

● How to discipline your child without causing emotional distress

● How to improve your parenting

● What is your parenting style

● Whether you should change your habits and behaviors

● How to change successfully

● How to teach consequences

● How to teach natural consequences

● How to teach logical consequences

● How to manage your child's behavior

● How to handle tantrums and boundary testing

● How to talk to your child to reduce fighting and arguments

● How to use time-outs and grounding the right way

● How to communicate with your child

● How to listen and know why your child is angry and spiteful

● How to feel for your child and show support while sticking to boundaries

● How to prevent future conflicts

● And much more

This book will show you how to teach your child valuable life skills that will help them become strong, passionate, competent, and confident. In this book, you will learn how to instill discipline in ways that teach your child how to cope with sadness, unpleasantness, and limitations. That way, they won't cave in the face of challenges and failures in life. Instead, they will use their own strengths, learn from their mistakes, and show responsibility and accountability for better health, stronger and healthier relationships, and greater career success This won't be yet another easy-read with superficial advice you won't be able to apply.

A GREAT GIFT FOR MOMA fun coloring book designed for adults. It will give you great stress relief.Features & Highlights:

• Although it doesn't have any inappropriate content, it's not designed for children.
• 66 pages with high quality white paper.
• Elegantly designed matte cover finish.
• Great for coloring and stress relief.

If you're one of the more than 15 million stepmothers in the country, you know the particular trials--and joys--of stepfamily dynamics today. You wonder if you're doing the right thing and, as a stepmother, many of your specific questions are unique. In this second edition of Stepmotherhood: How to Survive Without Feeling Frustrated, Left Out, or Wicked, journalist and stepmother Cherie Burns brings together countless insights and sound advice, based on the latest research and interviews with experts in the field (including dozens of other stepmoms), to answer questions such as:

- How do you manage discipline when parents and stepparents disagree?
- How can you help stepsiblings get along?
- How do you handle birthdays, holidays, and weddings?
- What's the best way to get along with your stepchild's mother?
- When should you seek a therapist's help?

Burns's wise and empathetic suggestions go beyond struggle, stigma, and compromise, showing how sensitive, informed stepmothers can take charge--and pride--in their role, becoming more effective and fulfilled.

Get ready for hours of aMAZE-ing fun with this bumper puzzle book

Easy Mazes for Kids contains 100 mazes to challenge, engage and excite avid young puzzlers Improve your child's fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities and lateral thinking with this delightful collection of mazes, full of tricky twists and turns.

Designed for kindergarten and preschool kids.

As well as being a whole lot of fun that will keep kids occupied for hours on end, the concentration required to complete maze puzzles helps children develop patience, resilience and learn the reward of hard work and persistence.

Holding a pen or pencil and guiding it carefully between the lines requires fine motor skills and concentration, which are important for sustained effort and accuracy in lots of different tasks...so why not let them have fun as they acquire essential life skills?

Perfect for school holiday activities, classrooms, childcare centers, travel and weekend fun

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Are you a parent contemplating remarriage?

Have you had the money talk yet?

Navigating the financial complexities of a blended family can be daunting...

But it doesn't have to be...

A Guide for Blended Families is an essential resource for anyone grappling with the challenges of merging families with varying financial backgrounds. Written by Donna Jean Kendrick, a seasoned financial professional who has experienced the same issues, this book offers practical tools and heartfelt advice to ensure your family can thrive together.

Inside, you'll discover how to initiate necessary financial conversations that are often difficult but always crucial for harmony. From real-life stories to actionable steps, A Guide for Blended Families provides support on approaching these talks with honesty, grace, and a commitment to shared goals. Whether you're just considering blending families or are deep in the process and facing financial hurdles, this concise guide is packed with valuable checklists and examples to help you navigate your unique situation.

This book isn't just about achieving financial clarity; it's also about fostering a supportive environment where compromise and understanding pave the way for lasting love and security. Let A Guide for Blended Families guide you to surviving and thriving-together.

Blended families seem destined to fail. Most do, but they don't have to. Many couples who stay together discover the secret. Now the secret's in your hands The Stepdad's Guide reveals five common roadblocks these families face -and gives couples the tools to save their marriage.