A great resource for moms and grandmas alike!
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Mommy Simplicity is a great resource. Not only was each chapter filled with great ideas to make mothering and running a household easier, but you could feel her passion behind each sentence you read. This book would be a great baby shower gift, helping those who are on the verge of being parents to have some valuable tools. But even those of us who are done mothering, and are now grandmas, what great tips she offers us  I found so many helpful tips tucked within the pages. It's a book I'll read more than once because of she packed inside and the way she made all the tips easy to understand. It was obvious she knows the challenges of being a mommy.

One thing important to me when reading a book, is how relevant is the book? Well this one will have something for any mom. Do you struggle with coming up with meals? How about grocery shopping? Do you wish you had some tips for making an arduous task a little less difficult? You'll find all of that and more within the pages.

One of my favorite sections is the one on decluttering. It's something I've spent a lot of time trying to do. Once again I am finding great suggestions for that difficult task.

There are tips for working moms, how to ask for help when you need it. It is truly an encyclopedia of great ideas. I whole-heatedly recommend this book to anyone who would like to make the job of mothering a little easier.

Note: I was offered a copy in exchange for an honest review.
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Lucie and Lucy have written a book to inspire you to preserve family history in a fun and heartfelt way.  This colorful book is filled with hundreds of photos to show you examples of what other families have done.  It will help and encourage you to select and collect ideas and keepsakes and then give you creative ways in which you can preserve them.  What better way to connect with those you love than to create an heirloom - a personal lasting "Family Original."  As a grandma who feels strongly about passing along family lore, history and values to grandchildren, I highly recommend this book.
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Love this book!  This is my go-to resource for childhood illnesses and ailments and new favorite baby shower gift for new moms!
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Such a great book that encourages and motivates mothers to get out there and explore with her kids.  I enjoyed the easy experiments the author includes in the book, and the toy recommendations that promote the necessary building blocks for our girls to be great at science.  Highly recommend this book for moms, grandmas, and anyone with girls in their lives!
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I have been a long time benefactor of Lori Mihalich-Levins blog and would have benefitted so much from her course if it had been available when I had my first child. Although one can cobble together info from the pediatrician, miscellaneous mom groups, relatives and friends, it is oftentimes hard to find peers for the corporate working mother and there just isn't that much information and support available that addresses our specific needs and lifestyle. Loris book is a collection of knowledge from experts on all aspects of this process, from planning maternity leave to managing your calendar, workload and relationships upon your return to work. Also, the book is filled with tips to manage all of the logistics involved in having a caregiver for your child or children, running your household and focusing on what matters. The advice on pumping at work and pumping on work travel is so important!! This is a must have resource for the working mom or anyone who is supporting a working mom- partners, grandparents, etc.
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Ms. Kane's book is a terrific mix of helpful information and anecdotes.  It is one of the few resources available that can help you keep your perspective while dealing with one of the most difficult aspects of aging AND it fits superbly into the busy schedule (which is mandatory!) of anyone actually dealing with this tragic situation.  I spent many years wondering why my grandfather's Alzheimer's had not been noticed or acknowledged until it was very far advanced.  Ms. Kane helped me understand that even though she diagnosis the disease for a living, it was hard for her to see in her own mother.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREAT BOOK.. and FOR THE EASY-TO-READ presentation!! I highly recommend it.
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When our children were babies they were given the 'finished product' "Grandmother Remembers" by their grandmothers and great-grandmothers. The children (now 29 and 30) love to look through them whenever they're home.  I guess since they share 'ownership' they have left them with us for safekeeping.

This past year, I have begun giving the book at showers to the grandmothers in addition to the gift for the new mom and baby.  In each case there has been immediate discussion and appreciation.  Once the project has been completed however, we have heard from ALL of the moms- and grandmas-to-be saying the process engendered many tears and chuckles.

We have purchased the grandma AND the grandpa versions so that we may present them to our new granddaughter this summer.

Excellent product.  Sturdy even after nearly 30 years!
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I can heartily recommend this resource! I did Sandra Glahn's study through the book of Solomon a few years ago and enjoyed my time in that book! Her studies are a great length for a Mama of little ones (or even little bit bigger ones), especially if you are in a season of your life where you don't have as much time to spend in one sitting. This book works great to take in little 15-30 minute increments and yet you have still gotten valuable time in the Word!
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Lori has packed a lot of information into this book.  I found that for me - reading each chapter was not the answer.  I focused on the areas that I knew were challenging for me and really took in what Lori had to say.  I loved the personal touch and stories that I could relate to - it made for a very enjoyable and helpful read!  If you are a bit overwhelmed with the busyness of motherhood I am sure you will find many useful strategies in this book to help you!
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I gave this to my mom as a gift, because she is now my grandma's primary caregiver. She has found it immensely useful in gathering all the necessary information into one place -- information she didn't even know she needed before but has already found important for making decisions as my grandma's dementia and care progress. I highly recommend this workbook. Once you've completed it, you have everything you need at your fingertips. My mom bought one for herself, too, so that I will have all the information about her when the time comes that I need it. Well worth the money and time spent on this pack.
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In a world full of voices clamoring to get your attention, this book cuts through the noise and reminds you to look to God's Word for your answers. Through funny stories, personal heartaches, and practical tools, Heidi St. John reminds us how to refocus and tap into the power of God's Word for our strength and the answers we are looking for. I highly recommend this book for all moms and grandmothers- no matter the age of your children. It is more than just a book you read once, it is a resource that you will return to over and over again as you walk this journey of parenting.
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As a newer grandmother myself... I found it fun to read about the various experiences of other grannies!  It's interesting to see what other's find helpful, their perspective, what's important to them and I've even gotten some new ideas to use myself.  Ann covers so many aspects of this role we face as grandparents and presents them in an interesting, joyful way. Would make a nice gift... an even a way to announce there is a baby on the way!  A nice way to celebrate grandmothers!  :)
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Using interviews as a basis for structure and content, Deborah Doucette brings the issue of grandparents raising grandchildren (GRGs) into your home and heart. I started this book yesterday, went to bed worrying about the families, and finished it today. I'm so glad I read this book. Some stories were a punch in the gut, others lifted me up, and gave me hope. Doucette's observation, interview skills, and empathetic nature shine in every chapter. I felt like I was with her when she talked with GRGs and grandchildren. This thoughtful, well-written resource highlights the challenges grandparents face, and we all need to know what's at stake. Put it on your reading list today!

Harriet Hodgson, author of So, You're Raising Your Grandkids!
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This book is a fantastic resource for parents, grandparents, or anyone who works in child care.  There are so many sensory play activities to choose from, and I appreciate the fact that the instructions are very clear and easy to follow.  Sometimes there are ideas online, and then they don't exactly... work out.  This book has troubleshooting ideas for mixing up slime, etc.  My kids love looking through this book and choosing the things they want to do!  We highly recommend it!
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My daughter bought me this for my first two grandchildren, and now I buy it for other new grandmothers.  The questions and prompts are open-ended and deep enough that they truly make one think about a thorough answer. This is a book that will take time for a grandparent to complete, but your grandchild - and probably your child - will learn all about you, your upbringing, your teen years, your education, your past.  A plus is that the book is written gender-neutral, so that either grandmother or grandfather can be the author.
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How many times in your life as a parent have you had to hard on your kids to get things done. I know that I, for one, have had to do this many times in my children's lives. That being said this book is a great resource that provides any parent with a full array of resources and tips to try with any type of child. From the very first pages you are given valuable insights and things to consider with your own child. I particularly liked the quiz in chapter 3 as it let me see my kids, especially my oldest in a brand new light and it will do the same for you too. The book is written for all families and you will quickly find new strength and energy in your resolve in the practical, down-to-earth ideas shared in the pages of this book!

I highly recommend this to any parent or grandparent, it is invaluable!
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New to grand-motherhood, I found this book an absolute delight and often very moving, sometimes laugh aloud funny.  A collection of essays about the experiences of being a grandmother, written by women who are published, respected writers, some of these essays took my breath away with their honest self-examination and clear eyed reflection on their experiences of grandmotherhood.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who is a grandmother or soon to be one.  There is as much diversity in the experiences of grand-motherhood as there is in motherhood.  The focus is here is on the emotional experience of grand-motherhood and the changing, sometimes complicated relationships between grandmothers and their adult children and their spouses.  Brava to all these grandmothers!