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| PARENTING |
THE
LONG-AWAITED STORK: A GUIDE TO PARENTING AFTER INFERTILITY
(1993)
By Ellen Sarasohn Glazer. Published by
Lexington Books ISBN: 002911814X |
| A
useful resource for those who are pregnant, or parenting
young children after the experience of infertility. The
psychological effects of infertility can persist after
the birth or adoption of a child, leading to feelings
of isolation in those who have waited so long for the
fulfilment of their dreams. This book addresses and affirms
the diverse feelings that may be experienced, and deals
with the emotional impact of trying to be the "perfect
parent". There is a chapter on donor insemination,
which addresses the secrecy issues and talking to children. |
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PARENTING:
WHAT REALLY COUNTS? (2000)
By Susan Golombok. Published by Routledge.
ISBN:0-415-22716-X |
| This
book examines the scientific evidence for what really
matters for children's healthy psychological development,
and presents complex ideas clearly. It discusses whether
it is necessary to have two parents, a father present,
parents who have a genetic link with their child or parents
who are heterosexual. There is a discussion on donor insemination
and egg donation families, which shows that they show
a high degree of commitment to their children. It also
discusses secrecy surrounding DI and the gaps in current
research evidence available. The central argument of the
book is that day-to-day experiences of family life are
more influential than genetic links or the sexuality of
family members. |
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THE
SECRET OF HAPPY CHILDREN (1988)
By Steve Biddulph . Published by Thorsons. ISBN:0722536690
The author shows how the positive way in which you relate
to a child has a strong effect on growing self-esteem,
responsibility, emotions and present and future happiness.
You will find out how negative language will effect children
and why they rebel. The book is easy to read, and contains
scenarios, familiar dialogues and case histories with
cartoons. |
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RAISING
BOYS (1997)
By Steve Biddulph. Published by Thorsons. ISBN: 0-7225-3686-0
The author explores the reasons why boys learn and behave
differently from girls, and shows how to help them grow
into happy and well-balanced men. The importance of father
son relationships is focused on, with advice for single
mothers of sons. |
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