Development First

Why is it that children in a family can share the same gene pool, a similar socio-economic environment and experience similar parenting styles yet have fundamentally different personalities, interests and even different careers as adults? Birth order! The implications for parents, teachers and adults involved with children are many. First published in 2003 to great acclaim, this fully revised and updated edition seeks to increase the listener's understanding of birth order theory.

Ever wonder why a guy does what he does and why it seems so counterintuitive? Here your questions will not only be answered, but you'll learn valuable tools to help implement those skills. You'll see almost immediate results.

This book takes new widows on a journey from the first difficult days of widowhood through 12 months of self-discovery. Along the way, you will learn how to handle emotional challenges such as suddenly being alone; how to tackle painful tasks including cleaning out hubby's closet; and how to re-enter the world again in terms of work, personal development and socializing. Guidelines are provided for each new phase, making this book a practical self-help book you can use for re-creating your life.

My First Rodeo is a heartwarming collection of stories that reveal the ups, downs, and delights of being a family man, from a guy who never dreamed of being one.

A Guide to Widowhood is here to help through the first days, weeks, and months of widowhood…and the years to follow. This audiobook is for the widow or widower searching for peace of mind, knowledge that they will be able to handle this new season in their life, and the ability to move forward with financial grace.

Being a dad is one of the most fulfilling jobs you will ever do and it is worth every minute of it. But if you’re doing it for the first time, it can be quite overwhelming.

Apprehensive about becoming a new dad? Your solution is here to change that uncertainty into true anticipation! Embrace fatherhood with confidence... Even if you’ve never changed a diaper before! You’re about to embark on one of the most transformative journeys of your life. The joy, the anticipation, the sheer excitement... they're all real. But so is the anxiety, the fear of the unknown, and the overwhelming thought of a whole new life being your responsibility.

Becoming a father for the first time is a journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and a fair share of anxiety. "Newborn Navigator" is your ultimate companion in this transformative experience, offering practical advice, emotional support, and invaluable insights tailored specifically for expectant fathers. From the first fluttering heartbeat to the sleepless nights and joyful milestones, this comprehensive guide walks you through each trimester, detailing the physical and emotional changes your partner will experience.

Das erste Lebensjahr deines Babys ist eine unvergessliche Reise voller einzigartiger Momente, Herausforderungen und Wunder. In dieser magischen Zeit entwickelt sich dein Kind rasant – vom ersten Lächeln über die ersten Worte bis hin zu den ersten Schritten. Aber wie kannst du dein Baby in diesen entscheidenden Monaten optimal unterstützen?

Having a baby in the house can be scary, but it doesn’t need to be! Written by qualified nutritionist and a mother of three, this audiobook will educate you on the milestones you can look forward to month by month, as well as changes you can expect to make to your care routine as your baby grows. But it’s not all about that little bundle of joy of yours. Elizabeth Newbourne also cares about mommy and daddy and their well-being during this transition. Don’t wait until it's too late, gain the proper knowledge needed to set your family up for success.

Het oorspronkelijke idee was, om in deze gepolariseerde wereld, waarin communicatie kapot lijkt te zijn, een boek te schrijven dat een bijdrage kon leveren aan het herstel van die communicatie, door inzichtelijk te maken waar het gesprek uit de bocht vliegt en wat je daar dan aan kan doen. Het is veel meer geworden dan dat. Het gaat eigenlijk over "Alles". We denken dat er genoeg in dit boek te vinden is waarmee een mens zijn communicatie kan verbeteren.

Would you like to take your marriage life to the next level? Do you want to learn the best communication techniques needed for a better home? Do you seek new ways to spice up your love and family life? Do you often feel unfulfilled as a Parent? To achieve fulfillment in your marriage, you must master the art of effective communication. It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or a pro in the game, this audsiobook is written to teach you some amazing communication techniques that will turn around your marriage and family life for good.

From the New York Times best-selling author of Walking the Bible and Abraham comes a revelatory journey across four continents and 4,000 years exploring how Adam and Eve introduced the idea of love into the world, and how they continue to shape our deepest feelings about relationships, family, and togetherness.

Want your life back? Seventy percent of all doctor’s visits are linked to workplace stress. Too many people are overworked and overstressed. They want something more from life, but they’re not sure how to stop working long enough to make it a reality.

Happy Couples Know How to Talk About Money - The number one cause for divorce is financial infidelity. Now "The Money Couple" reveals the missing ingredient needed before any financial program or plan can work: healthy financial communication. This book tells you how to diagnose your level of financial infidelity; identify your individual Money Personality; master the Money Huddle and the Money Dump; and achieve financial goals once and for all.

In a very real, direct, down-to-earth manner, Love Yourself teaches you to learn the attitudes and behaviors that make self-love a reality. Love Yourself is a guide to developing the skills necessary to increasing your ability to have a successful intimate relationship.

With this baby care handbook for new parents, you can make your transition to parenthood easier with tools, tips, and practical advice for a baby’s first 12 months. Don’t feel like you have to be a perfect parent. Making mistakes is part of the journey and you shouldn’t punish yourself for not immediately “getting” parenting. The first year is just the beginning. Make it a great start for yourself and your baby. Discover how to ace your first year into parenthood and give your baby the best start.

A motivating and inspiring guide, that gives you a loving hug, a pep talk and the permission to sit down with a cup of tea and celebrate YOU. Now, more than ever, we all need to work on our feelings of self-worth, self-confidence, self-esteem and our general well-being. This book supports you to improve all these areas of your life.

Becoming a super dad isn’t by chance but by choice. Discover how you can become the best father and partner, one step at a time. It’s Friday morning, and you’re all set to shut the week with a bang. The big presentation went well, and your weekend is booked with friends and fun. Then your phone rings. It’s your partner on the other side, calling to break the big news: "You’re going to be a father!" As her words echo in your head, you can’t make sense of anything. The good news is that, although challenging, fatherhood is a joyous and enriching experience.

Because she refused to testify against her husband for actions she had already forgiven, Diana Weinberger, a former missionary, was incarcerated in an Idaho jail - a jail in which she had volunteered for a year in prison ministry! Diana's marriage was on the rocks. Years of wandering from her Christian roots had led this former YWAM missionary down paths she would later regret. She and her husband, both successful career professionals, divided their time between the world of work and the world of play - a world of bikers and wild parties.