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When Christine Armstrong became a mother, it never occurred to her that she would want to stop work or even work part-time. But the truth is, combining work and small kids is hard. From the broken breast pumps on business trips, to hiding chicken pox from the nursery, to the heartbreak when you come home and realise your baby smells of the childminder. When Christine Armstrong tried it, she found herself desolate with misery. Determined to make it work, she looked for answers by interviewing other working mums and found that she wasn't alone.

Following on the heels of his successful book on grandfatherhood (Grandpa Rules), veteran comedy writer Michael Milligan set his sights on the joys and stresses of fatherhood. A response to all those dad books full of empty platitudes and hokey lessons, Dad Rules is a book for the hip dad who can use a laugh (if not a drink) at the end of another trying day with his kids. A perfect gift for the dads in your life, this book is laugh-out-loud funny and offers useful insights and tips on how to embrace the world's greatest job.

A response to all those grandmother books with flowers and puppies on the cover, Grandma Rules is a book for the hip, baby boomer grandma who realizes that after all the work she put into her own kids, she can take a break and have fun with her grandkids. A perfect gift for the greatest grandmothers you know, this book is laugh-out-loud funny while offering useful insights and tips on how to embrace the world’s greatest job.

Fourteen years ago, Mike Milligan learned he would become a grandfather for the first time. He was surprised to find that there was little or no information available on what it means to be a grandfather, how to make the most of the experience, and how to be the best grandfather possible. Sure, there were shelves of books dedicated to grandmothers - all with cuddly covers depicting spring bouquets or gentle little lambs. But there was not a single book that spoke to him, a 64-year-old grandfather-to-be. It struck him that there were countless other grandfathers out there experiencing this same feeling of neglect.

Smart casual? Close of play? Endless water-cooler discussions about the weather? Non-autistic adults can behave in baffling ways - and never more so in the maze of unwritten social rules, jargon and ritual that is your average day at the office. Luckily, Maura and Debby (office code cracker extraordinaires) have gone undercover in 'typical' offices for decades to pull together the ultimate survival guide for the autistic employee.

There are plenty of parenting books out there, but as a working parent there's never been a trusted guide that coaches you how to do well at work and be the loving and engaged mother or father you want to be. Enter Workparent. Whether you're planning a family, pushing for promotion during your kids' teenage years, or at any phase in between, Workparent provides all the advice and assurance you'll need to balance your family and career in your own authentic way.

“The really important things in life are your family and friends. And what will people say about you at your funeral—that you won an Emmy once, or that you were a good person, kind and generous? Well, as for me, I hope it's the latter. And the fact that I recently commissioned an Emmy-shaped...

This small but powerful narration of a new mother’s journey gives voice to a topic that is very taboo: loving the kids but not loving the job of parenting. This issue, and this audiobook, is not just about postpartum depression. It is about learning to love yourself and your life again despite the daily struggles of caring for a new baby.

No Better Mom for the Job is for any mom who has ever felt inadequate - who loves her kids fiercely but sometimes thinks another mom would do a better job in her shoes. Becky Keife knows the ups and downs of motherhood. And she has learned along the way and from other mamas that it doesn't work to try to do more or be better. Confidence comes from leaning on the One who made you a mother.

The Jobs Podcast provides a deeper dive into numerous aspects of all kinds of careers, the training needed to obtain certain jobs, the pros and cons of a job, pay scales, opportunities, etc. It also gives a glimpse into the lives of the everyday folks doing these jobs. Its tough sometimes to know if a career is a good fit for you based on a job board or school counselor. We attempt to give a more specific and helpful snapshot of a career from those who've been successful at it to help you, the listener, know if it's worth investigating that career further. We spend decades working and ...

Unlock the transformative power of curiosity with "5 Steps to Asking Better Questions." Dive into a practical guide designed to elevate your communication skills, enhance your relationships, and sharpen your problem-solving abilities.

Are you still tired of being an overworked and underappreciated parent? Are you still frustrated beyond belief with raising your kids in a world that seems less and less kind to parents? Are you trying to bring it to the next level of raising your kids with good values so that someday they will become good people, great adults, and amazing parents themselves? Well, this third book of Granddaddy’s Secrets for Parents is for you!

Imagine having a wise, loving guide ready with advice and encouragement whenever mothering gets overwhelming… Being a mommy may be the most important job there is, but when buried in chaos, crying and dirty diapers, it’s easy to forget what matters most. And yet, one simple question can solve most any “mommy challenge”: “What would love do now?” Meet Betsy, the mom everyone wanted to call their own. A true parenting guru, she overflowed with unconditional love, silly fun, and infinite understanding. Then, one sunny afternoon, with no warning, tragically, she was gone.

Megan Day, a certified career coach and mom of two, is a wise and trusted friend guiding women throughout New Mom, New Job on what their next step is. Within New Mom, New Job she takes women through the process she has used with dozens of her clients.

A podcast for partners of Emergency Services workers and those considering the lifestyle change. Stories, opinions and honesty about what it's like when your partner works in Emergency Services and the impacts of ultimately being 'married to the job'. Hosted by Mum of 4, Erin Bourke who's husband Matt has been a firefighter since 2016. You can follow me at @erinlbourke or @theparentshub and you're welcome to email me at erin@theparentshub.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This inspirational book was written to assist the loved ones of those with substance addiction with finding inner healing through awareness, self-love, changed perception, and non-judgement. Anyone experiencing external pain and adversity will benefit from the author's inspiring journey. Brenda shares her personal experiences of living with a drug addict and alcoholic for nine years, and the following nine years of clean and sober living.

Welcome to the Great Job! Podcast, the show that reminds you that as a parent or caretaker, you're doing just that – a great job. In each episode, you'll hear stories, practices, and strategies related to topics like building boundaries, understanding different parenting styles, approaching difficult conversations with your kids, and so much more. Your hosts, Emily and Dan Mall have been together for over twenty years and have spent the last twelve raising their two daughters. They believe everyone deserves a non-judgmental space to show up as themselves, share, make mistakes, and grow, and ...

Helping fathers have a rich productive home life and still succeed in their career.

I'm Rachel, Mom to three awesome kids and I created this podcast to share information, stories and in efforts to support one another as parents. We are celebrating the sweet moments and deep diving into the tough issues together as I chat with subject matter experts and other parents. I hope you'll join me and take a tidbit or two away that helps support you on your parenting journey.

Can you thrive at work and still be a great working dad? I'm a leadership coach. I coach working dads like you in senior positions. Working dads who want to thrive at work. Working dads who want to thrive as parents. Every Friday I will share a thought on this theme. You will be encouraged to take an action the next week. Over time you will free up more time to focus on your children by reducing wasteful busyness.