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Summary: A Must Read for New Parents or Parents to Be
Review: Most couples are overjoyed at the prospect of being new parents. They spend a great deal of time preparing for the birth process and care of the new born. What is often unanticipated, is the profound change in the couple's marriage. Sadly some of these changes can result in a tremendous amount of tension as a minimum and all too frequently divorce.Rhoda Nordin has spent the last 10 years researching the impact on a marriage after the birth of child. As a happily married mother of two sons, she also provides her own keen insights on the challenges facing new parents. After the Baby, is well written and well organized. The book draws upon leading academic research as well as numerous interviews with men and women. Using these resouces, Rhoda Nornin helps explain why their is tension in the marriage and the best ways to address this tension before it can have a more negative impact on the couples long-term relationship. Portions of the book are very funny and portions, such as the chapter of why children fear divorce, are extremely poignant. I haved given the book to several friends with young children and not only did they find the book helpful but insisted that their husbands read it. I firmly believe that Rhoda Nordin's book will help many new parents not only be great parents but also be happily married couples.
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Summary: Full of true facts
Review: This is a pretty accurate picture of what happens after the birth of a baby, a major event in a couple's life which not only puts a lot of strain on marriages, but also gives overwhelming joy to its parents. It's not easy for anyone I should guess. A lot of homework was done and great efforts were put into the writing of this book, but at times it seems a wee bit repetitive. However it is very useful, and offers great advice in saving marriages and remedies for everyday obstacles, it also reminds you that you are not alone. Another point to add is that the author demonstrates a great sense of principles which are the basis for a good marriage.
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Summary: A Must Read for New and Parents To Be
Review: This is an awesome book and should be read by anyone that either has young children or is considering starting a family. It covers everything from how your feelings toward each other may change to getting sex back into your marriage. My wife and I have given this book to many of our pregnant friends and plan to keep copies on hand for just such occasions. We loved the book and know anyone that reads it will enjoy it and understand better what impact your child will have on your life.
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