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This rewarding guide helps men and women understand the different perspectives each brings to parenting, resolve conflicts more effectively, and discover the joys of raising kids together as a team. Dr. Ron Taffel brings his rare blend of astute insight and common sense to illuminate the gender issues that underlie typical parental battles. Engaging examples and vignettes bring to life the recurring conflicts that many Moms and Dads experience around making rules and setting limits; managing mealtimes and bedtimes; spending quality time with kids; providing emotional support and nurturance; and handling the juggling act of school, playdates, and extracurricular activities. Parents learn proven ways to redistribute responsibilities more equally; avoid undermining each other's authority; and grow closer and more accepting both as parents and partners.

Focusing on the challenges of raising children in tumultuous times, the book provides practical guidance on fostering essential traits for their well-being and success. It emphasizes the importance of mood mastery, expressiveness, and peer smarts, among others, to help children develop strong values and a spirited approach to life. By nurturing qualities like respect, gratitude, and caution, parents can empower their children to thrive and reach their full potential in today's complex world.

Dr. Ron Taffel's "The Second Family" explores the powerful influence of peer groups and pop culture on adolescents, often overshadowing parental guidance. Through real-life examples, it reveals troubling behaviors in teens while also highlighting positive aspects like peer support and emotional connections. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for parents.

Parenting by Heart is an empowering book that emphasizes real-life parenting situations and practical, compassionate solutions. Filled with specific advice tried by thousands of families, this authoritative guide shows what actually works rather than what theoretically “should” work. Here is the step-by-step guide with hundreds of tested solutions that will help make you feel more confident about how to instill your values, be in charge, and stay connected with today's kids in these modern and often difficult times.