{"product_id":"happy-single-mother-real-advice-on-how-to-stay-sane-and-why-things-are-better-than-you-think-9781909770799","title":"Happy Single Mother: Real advice on how to stay sane and why things are better than you think","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this myth-busting manifesto, Sarah Thompson shares her own experience of single motherhood together with case studies and insights from some of the leading voices in child development, psychology, education and the law.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeing a single mother wasn't always part of the plan. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe fear of it kept me and my family in a situation that wasn't good for any of us. I never thought it could be the life change we all needed. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eYes, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eit can be exhausting, lonely, and financially tough. But it can also be empowering and joyful, in ways you might never have imagined.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt first, I felt like a big failure. And how was I supposed to feed and clothe my children, keep a roof over our heads, and work wearing something other than pyjamas, while also remembering to at least once a week drink a glass of water? But as I began to let go of other people's expectations, I started to enjoy the freedom of being a single parent: I was liberated, empowered and able to be the authentic mother I wanted to be. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this book, I share my own experience of single motherhood, alongside insights from fellow solo parents, child psychologists and other experts, providing reassurance and tips to help you:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-          \u003cb\u003eRaise resilient, emotionally intelligent children \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-          \u003cb\u003eManage your money\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-          \u003cb\u003eNavigate the world of dating\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-          \u003cb\u003eForge meaningful friendships \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-          \u003cb\u003eDiscover the untold joys of the single-mother life \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom one single mother to another, this book celebrates solo parenting and tackles the issues that we face daily, offering a fresh perspective and practical advice for anyone who has ever felt the weight of disappointment and guilt at their single parent status, declared themselves a failure or worried about their children's 'outcomes.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI hope reading about my experiences will help you feel excited and proud to be a single mother.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Full of \u003cb\u003ereal advice, hopeful \u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003euplifting\u003c\/b\u003e, Sarah Thompson is \u003cb\u003ethe friend every single mother needs in her life\u003c\/b\u003e.' Emma Bunton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Refreshing... I related so much... \u003cb\u003eit felt like I was being seen\u003c\/b\u003e... \u003cb\u003eempowering\u003c\/b\u003e. I found myself \u003cb\u003elaughing out loud\u003c\/b\u003e quite often while reading it.' Goodreads reviewer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A \u003cb\u003ereally good\u003c\/b\u003e read... interesting, informative, entertaining... a well-researched and \u003cb\u003eintriguing \u003c\/b\u003ebook that was exactly what I needed.' Goodreads reviewer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'I really enjoyed this... \u003cb\u003eI'm a single mum and it's great to know there are others out there feeling the same way\u003c\/b\u003e... reminded me to appreciate the good that has come from being a single mother. \u003cb\u003eI highly recommend this\u003c\/b\u003e.' Goodreads reviewer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 197 x 127 x 21 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781909770799\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah Thompson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100197023994,"sku":"9781909770799","price":7.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646325169475_book.jpg?v=1646978806","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/happy-single-mother-real-advice-on-how-to-stay-sane-and-why-things-are-better-than-you-think-9781909770799","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}