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Denise Schipani shares her secret to being a 'Mean Mom,' and why it's better for your kids–and for you–in the long run." —Jen Singer, author You're a Good Mom (and Your Kids Aren't So Bad Either) "'Mean' moms make kids learn to do things for themselves from making breakfast to finding inner peace. I'm hoping I'm a little meaner myself after reading this book." —Lenore Skenazy, founder of the book and blog Free–Range Kids "I've chosen to be the kind of mother I feel is best, and that kind of mother is mean." MEAN MOMS SAY NO. MEAN MOMS ARE CONSISTENT. MEAN MOMS TRUST THEMSELVES. MEAN MOMS DON'T CARE WHAT EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING. MEAN MOMS TEACH KIDS THE LIFE SKILLS THEY NEED TO KNOW. MEAN MOMS SLOW IT DOWN. MEAN MOMS FAIL THEIR KIDS A LITTLE BIT EVERY DAY. And mean moms prepare their kids for the world, not the world for their kids, raising children into adults who know how to make themselves happy. Mean Moms Rule. And their kids benefit Denise Schipani writes about all things mean and motherly at www.confessionsofameanmommy.com

While it is universally understood that being a mother takes superhuman patience, strength, and fortitude, even these everyday superheroes need a helping hand every once in a while. Mom Rules is a quick go-to guide of essential rules to help mothers know what to expect, what to say, and what to do in those difficult moments when they are at their wits end.

Donna Warren is not who everyone thinks she is…. It's no secret - to survive in a superficial town like Forest River, New York, where perfection is a requirement –a mom must follow the rules. For the past five years, Donna has worked hard to exceed social expectations. She held the prestigious role of PTA treasurer, and her best friend, Jackie, is the most powerful woman at the elementary school. But in a town where most mothers earn their black belt in backstabbing before their offspring enter pre-k, something was bound to go wrong… And it did. Donna made a mistake and put her trust in the wrong person. Now, her former bestie has become her mortal enemy and destroyed Donna's reputation. Eager to believe the rampant rumors, half the elementary school mommies think Donna is a drama queen and the rest believe she is a vindictive witch. As she and her children's social standing dangles on thin ice, Donna is willing to try anything to fix her mistake. Unfortunately, all her efforts backfire, and she makes everything worse. Just when Donna is about to give up, she receives some shocking news. Forced to face the most difficult situation of her life, will she finally become the woman she wants to be?

Dinjer the mouse was given rules to obey. He ran into trouble doing things his own way. Just like Dinjer, we are given rules to obey. We run into trouble when we don’t follow through. Rules are created and put into place. Laws are designed to keep us all safe.

"Autobiography of Judge Lynn Toler describing her sometimes difficult upbringing and the life-lessons she learned from her mother"--Provided by publisher.

Word of Mom is the most powerful form of marketing for brands who want to connect with the $2.4 trillion Mom Market. The Power Moms-influential mothers who help spread the word about products and services-build brands and boast sales. Learn how to identify and engage this powerful group of consumers... Examine how the sphere of influence of today's mom maven is transcending from virtual world to cyberspace and back Engage moms who will drive sales to your bottom line by creating a buzz online and offline Hear first-hand from over 300 Power Moms on their rules of engagement with brands and how they spread the word about products they love Empower yourself with access to the most influential moms in the US and around the globe with the directory of Power Moms REVIEWS "Thanks to Maria, I have built one of the fastest growing franchises based on her teachings!"- Lisa Druxman, Founder and CEO of Stroller Strides Franchise "Maria's creativity for engaging moms is passionate, instant, and real." - Steven Betesh, President, Baby Brezza Enterprises "For over a decade, Maria has been a trailblazer in the Mom Market and has empowered businesses who want to build sales and great Mom brands." - Liz Lange, Fashion Designer and Shopafrolic.com Founder THE AUTHOR For more than a decade, Maria Bailey has educated CEOs, CMOs and Industry leaders on the consumer behaviors of mothers. She is internationally known for her insights, books, and award-winning marketing program which engage and connect brands with moms. She was the first to quantify the trillion dollar spending power of U.S. Moms. She is the CEO of BSM Media, a marketing and media company specializing in the mom market. Over 8 million moms a month are entertained and informed by Maria via blogs, vlogs, podcasts, radio, Facebook, Twitter and magazines. Maria has been featured in Business Week, USA Today, New York Times, BrandWeek and The Wall Street Journal. She has appeared on CNN, CNBC and The Today Show. To contact her visit www.marketingtomoms.com or www.bsmmedia.com or follower her on Twitter @MomTalkRadio.

Getting--and staying--organized is a challenge in and of itself. Add motherhood to the mix, and you've got a whole new dimension of difficulty. So how does a busy mom stay on top of the daily chaos that children inevitably bring along with them? No matter what your situation is, Kristi Clover's home organization systems will work for you. Her foundational rules are highly adaptable and will help you make your home more efficient no matter where you live or how many kids you have (and how messy they are). She helps you prioritize, break down big jobs, declutter, develop age-appropriate chores for your kids, tackle the endless piles of laundry, and so much more. If you long to have a functional and fabulous home for your family and you're tired of feeling overwhelmed by all the work, this life-changing book is for you!

Feeling a little nervous about this whole motherhood thing? Well you are not alone, in fact most women feel the mixed emotions of wonder and worry just like you. Not everyone plans on getting pregnant and this can be shocking, even terrifying. Some people have waited to be pregnant for a long time and its finally happening and this too can be shocking, and even terrifying. How will your body change? What will delivery feel like? Are you confident in being a parent? Let's talk about it! Like all things in life there are a few simple rules we moms should all be aware of. If put into practice these rules can guide you through a road of hysterical heartwarming moments. You will laugh, cry, and bond with the journey of pregnancy and this book will serve as your tour guide.

A lot of people wonder how Chinese parents raise such stereotypically successful kids. They wonder what Chinese parents do to produce so many math whizzes and music prodigies, what it's like inside the family, and whether they could do it too. Well, I can tell them, because I've done it... Amy Chua's daughters, Sophia and Louisa (Lulu) were polite, interesting and helpful, they had perfect school marks and exceptional musical abilities. The Chinese-parenting model certainly seemed to produce results. But what happens when you do not tolerate disobedience and are confronted by a screaming child who would sooner freeze outside in the cold than be forced to play the piano? Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother is a story about a mother, two daughters, and two dogs. It was supposed to be a story of how Chinese parents are better at raising kids than Western ones. But instead, it's about a bitter clash of cultures, a fleeting taste of glory, and how you can be humbled by a thirteen-year-old. Witty, entertaining and provocative, this is a unique and important book that will transform your perspective of parenting forever.