This reference guide is a must-have for all expectant parents. Packed with up-to-date medical information and advice, this book also contains detailed descriptions of the events leading up to delivery. Though aimed at first-time parents, this guide is a helpful reference for all parents of newborns during the child’s first three months.

About the AuthorPaul C. Reisser, M.D., is a family physician in private practice in Southern California. He is a member of the Focus on the Fami (more…)

Experience the world through the eyes of a child in this heartwarming collection of endearing anecdotes, tender quotes, and blessed Scriptures that celebrate a refreshing return to innocence. New mothers, fathers, grandparents, teachers, and all who treasure the wonderful gift of a child will cherish a youngsters’ astonishing ability to bring clarity to our hectic days.

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Set of 4 Focus on the Family broadcast tapes. These are individual tapes, not in a binder. They are selected messages produced in different years and were not part of a single series.
Includes:
Jean Lush, Mothers and Sons, CS418, 1988 (this is not the audio book, it is a Focus broadcast)
Norman Wright, Fathers and Daughters, CS514, 1990
Neil Warren, A Role Model for Dads, CS467, 1989
CS466, 1989
side A: Steven Bly, Ten Things Every Dad Ought To Do
side B: David Jeremiah, Parenting (more…)

Session 1: “Boys Will Be Boys”: Boys are different from girls physiologically, emotionally, and socially. The series begins with Dr. Dobson examining how God designed boys. These masculine traits can often irritate and confound parents but were intended to be enjoyed and celebrated – as well as molded and “civilized.” Session 2:”The Trouble With Boys”: Recent research reveals that boys are more susceptible than girls to emotional disturbances, learning problems, violent behavior, d (more…)

Set of 4 Focus on the Family broadcast tapes. These are individual tapes, not in a binder. They are selected messages produced in different years and were not part of a single series.
Includes:
Jean Lush Talks to Single Mothers, tape BR857, 1988
(side A only, side B is a radio drama)
Larry Burkett, Financial Advice to Single Parents, tape CS465, 1989
Sandra Aldrich and Pat Bigliardi, Single Parenting: The Pain and the Pleasure, tape CS682, 1982
Bob Barnes, Encouragement for Single (more…)

The HELP! series provides highly practical, to-the-point advice for parenting and marriage problems identified as high felt needs from the Focus on the Family audience. The intent of the HELP! series is to offer quick, accessible, practical advice, an overview of the important elements of the topic, and realistic take aways for readers to immediately apply. Also includes additional resource referrals for where to get more help.

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Unlike any other book of its kind, the Complete Guide to Baby & Child Care takes a balanced, commonsense approach to rearing emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually healthy children. This indispensable guide delivers practical and critical information parents need to know in a straightforward format. Features: 25 Special Concerns sections that cover topics such as fevers in small children, effective discipline, ADHD, cyberspace safety, and more Medical Reference section (more…)

Session 7:”Questions From Parents & Grandparents, Part 1:” In this segment, Dr. Dobson fields spontaneous questions from the audience. Participants ask advice on a variety of topics, including “How do I counter society’s influence on my boy” and “How should I express affection for my son?” Session 8:”Men R Fools:” Dr. Dobson points out how disrespect for and ridicule of men has become widespread within the culture. Television commercials and sitcoms routinely portray men as stupid, (more…)

A warm, conversational guide to raising toddlers. This book tells new parents everything they need to know to raise a healthy, happy toddler, from encouraging their first steps and words; overseeing toilet training, good hygiene, and good manners; to easing their fears and soothing separation anxieties; understanding their changing nutritional and health needs; and increasing their physical skills through activities and play. € Sidebars provide encouragement and inspiration, (more…)

Want to make the most of your parenting role? Parenting at the Speed of Life: 60 Ways to Capture Time with Your Kids helps parents connect with their kids in the ordinary moments of each day–without having to gather supplies or plan activities. Written by best-selling author and father of three Rick Osborne, Parenting at the Speed of Life is fresh, encouraging, and empowering. Life may be hectic, but dads and moms can learn how to bless their children in mere minutes. Start capita (more…)