This chapter draws upon 14 years of related ethnographic studies to uncover the principal features that characterize family life among the poor. Experiences dealing with multiple agencies are discussed, as well as experiences dealing with health problems in the context of the U.S. medical care system, and the aftermaths of household emergencies. 34 references.
This chapter reviews how theorists and policymakers portray the state’s capacity to alter the behavior and beliefs of low income parents and then highlights findings from a study of two women’s experiences in their efforts to find jobs and supportive resources. Finding a job and securing welfare supports were linked to their parenting pathway, however, the mothers’ first concern was their children’s well-being. The chapter concludes by exploring whether the motivating power of raising children might lead to a more effective family policy. 34 references. (Author abstract modified)
This chapter synthesizes the results of both quantitative experimental and qualitative research about how low-income children fare as their mothers spend more time in the labor market and attempt to strike a new balance between work and parenting. Findings indicate policies that effectively increase parental income as they increase employment improve the well-being of young children and are the most promising for helping families cope. Numerous references.
At what age should you introduce your child to computers? When and how should you go about drawing up a will? The day your child starts preschool, how will you cope with the pangs of adult separation anxiety? The answers to these questions and hundreds more are found in the pages of this information-packed volume. Author Armin Brott devotes a chapter to every three months of the second and third years. In each chapter, Brott charts the physical, intellectual, verbal, and emotional changes the child is going through and examines the emotional and psychological developments the father may be…
Finally-a manual for new dads that deciphers the immensely confusing world of fatherhood and gives crucial tips and advice from a man's point of view. No psychobabble, no warm fuzzies-just a hilarious (and surprisingly practical) military-style guide to surviving and thriving through even the queasiest moments of pregnancy, birth, and babyhood. Seasoned father and master infant-tamer Scott Mactavish breaks the Baby Code down and lays it out in straight-up guyspeak. The New Dad's Survival Guide includes declassified information on such topics as: * Cutting the Cord: The Moment of Truth *…
Based on Will Smith's hit song, this lavishly illustrated book features rap lyrics exploring a father's love and responsibility for his son. Brimming with emotion, the illustrations depict touching father-son scenes and the text is both tender and hip. When most books tend to center around mothers, this standout book offers something especially for fathers and sons to share.This lovely story reinforces the concept of fatherhood while showing positive examples of family relationships. (Author abstract)
This book explores how dramatic changes in family welfare policies over the past decade have impacted the work, child care practices, and relationships of low-income mothers and fathers. Drawing upon several local, State, and national qualitative studies, the book explores how women and men are reading the policy signals, rules, and incentives as they attempt to raise their children and earn sufficient income to hold their families together. The text is divided into three themes centered around women’s roles as workers and mothers, policy effects on children, and the evolving role of fathers…
The father of two girls, author Bill Swindell lived a fast-paced, career-oriented life until one day, his youngest daughter climbed onto his lap, patted him on the cheek, and said, "Earth calling Daddy, earth calling Daddy." That call, gentle but deeply disturbing, jolted him into acknowledging how far he had drifted emotionally from his family. Realizing that love of family must be accompanied by time spent with them, Swindell set off to recommit himself to his wife and children.In this book, he recounts his awakening to the responsibilities and joys of fatherhood. From a Christian…
Two Happy Homes was written after readers of Parents Are Forever asked for a book that specifically advises how to bring new partners into the lives of children after divorce. This book gives practical and specific ideas for parents to create happy stepfamily lives for their children. It covers the most common errors made by moms and dads as they move on to create new family life after separation, and is highly endorsed by experts. Specific advice is given for parents of children who never married, but are raising a child together, as coparents. (Author abstract)
In this book, author, Joe Cucchiara says being a caring father for your little girl is a joy and challenge well worth every effort. It is a sad but true fact that nearly 80% of all women grow up without a healthy, loving father-daughter relationship. A young girl often reaches adolescence, having passed the critical years (ages 4 to 12) without the benefit of a caring father. The results? She may doubt her value, be starved for affection, and prone to choosing the wrong kind of men again and again. Here in straightforward, easy to understand language are great insights, ideas for bonding,…
