Parenting resources and how to use them

Care for the Family’s online shop is full of really useful resources to help people navigate the jungle of parenthood. Here are examples of books you might find helpful - you can have copies to hand for parents you’re reaching out to, or give them as presents, or recommend them to participants in parenting groups … even read them yourself!

Every Step Counts - building a healthy stepfamily

Becoming a step-parent is not easy. Whether we have experience of raising a family or not, forming a new family raises many questions for everyone involved. In this practical and easy to read book, Christine and Tony Tufnell give valuable advice for anyone living, or planning to live, in a stepfamily.

The Sixty Minute Mother

Rob Parsons talks to mothers to gain insight into the pressures that are unique to them. Mums from all walks of life have contributed to this fascinating journey through motherhood. Issues covered include: maternal guilt, working full-time or staying at home, the challenge for single mums; and whether it’s right not to like your kids occasionally.

"Every mother should read this book - it's fantastic! It has made me laugh; it has made me cry, but most significantly, it has made me realise I am not alone." Diane Louise Jordan

The Sixty Minute Father

No-one was ever heard to say on their death bed, "I wish I'd spent more time at the office". And yet so often that's how we live. This practical, down-to-earth book helps fathers to see how they can seize the day, laugh more with their children, and give love without strings.

Teenagers! What Every Parent has to Know

This book will be of help not just to parents, but all those who are concerned about teenagers – grandparents, carers, youth workers, teachers, and those with younger children approaching their teens.

It examples many issues including what’s going on in your teenager’s brain; the big issues (sex, drugs, self-esteem); school reports and high achievers; and the testing teenager.

Prima Magazine called the book “not just wonderfully enlightening, but strangely comforting.”

Last Updated 18 November 2010