Single Mom's Guide to Finding Joy in the Chaos : From One Who's Been There

by Colopy, Elsa Kok

• ISBN13: 9780800730666
• ISBN10: 0800730666
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-05-01
• Publisher: Revell

Summary

Raising preschoolers can be exasperating, not to mention exhausting. And single parents have it tougher still. Elsa Kok Colopy has been there. She knows the struggle well. In A Single Mom's Guide to Finding Joy in the Chaos, Elsa comes alongside readers as a trusted friend to help them handle twenty crucial parenting issues. Writing with warmth and vulnerability, Elsa addresses everything from nutrition to discipline, including how readers can - build their child's self-esteem and sense of belonging - get creative about budgeting and paying off debt - use sibling rivalry to teach problem-solving skills With short, easy-to-read chapters, this book makes it easy for moms to find the encouragement they need, the moment they need it. A Single Mom's Guide to Finding Joy in the Chaos is full of powerful inspiration and hope for moms raising kids on their own.

Table of Contents

Introduction	9	(6)
Part 1: Relationships 101
Friendship	15	(10)
Sibling Rivalry	25	(8)
Sacrifices	33	(9)
Co-Parenting	42	(9)
Dating	51	(12)
Part 2: On the Lighter Side
Play	63	(9)
Celebrations	72	(8)
Dreams	80	(9)
Cuddles and Touch	89	(12)
Part 3: Here's to Your Health
Rest	101	(8)
Nutrition	109	(9)
Exercise	118	(11)
Part 4: Let's Get Practical
Discipline	129	(9)
Responsibilities	138	(9)
Finances	147	(9)
Exploration	156	(11)
Part 5: Your Spiritual Well-Being
Prayer	167	(9)
Grace	176	(9)
Forgiveness	185	(9)
God	194