More Christmas Gift Ideas for Moms

Yesterday I recommended some Christmas-flavored books and CDs. Today, I suggest some terrific stocking stuffers for the reader in your life.

A Treasury of Adoption Miracles
Adoptive mom and bestselling author Karen Kingsbury compiled 12 heartwarming stories about adoption for this little volume. The true stories were submitted by adoptive parents, birth parents and adopted people. You can savor the book one chapter at a time or gobble the whole thing in one sitting, like I did. Regardless of how you read it, you’ll return to this book time and again. A review of this book is at my web site. Karen Kingsbury fans can also read a 3-part profile about her at my site.

The Velveteen Mommy: Laughter and Tears From the Toy Box Years
You’ve probably read the classic Velveteen Rabbit, the story of the well-loved stuffed bunny who becomes Real. Now, Jenn Doucette  offers inspiration just for Real moms. Although Jenn’s writing is slanted towards moms who gave birth to their children, she’s also sensitive to adoptive moms (I made sure – I helped critique her manuscript!). All moms, especially those in “the toddler trenches” will relate to Jenn’s laugh-out-loud funny escapades, and you’ll come away refreshed and encouraged. A review of this book is at my site and you can read an excerpt at Crosswalk.com.

10-Minute Time Outs for Moms and 10-Minute Time Outs for Busy Woman
Grace Fox’s down-to-earth writing is a godsend for devotionally-challenged women (like me). I always have a hard time finishing those “365 devotions” books, because I miss days and then I feel guilty. Grace’s books make devotions easy and inviting. They’re organized by chapter, rather than by calendar year, so you can pick up her book any time you need a breather and enjoy a brief, meaningful meditation. You don’t even need to crack open a Bible, because each chapter is self-contained with a Scripture verse, a prayer, a real-life inspirational message, a couple of thought-provoking questions for meditation or journaling, an intercessory prayer, and a concluding Scripture.

Parenting Power in the Early Years: Raising Your Child with Confidence – Birth to Age Five
A final plug for Brenda Nixon’s book. I haven’t had a chance to read it yet, but I’ve read articles Brenda has written, and I know she’s a respected parenting expert. Her handbook covers critical issues such as when to start toilet training (for your child, not you) and how to handle tantrums or biting (again, these tips apply to your child). Brenda is currently offering autographed copies of Parenting Power for only $10 with free shipping and handling if you order from her directly. She also makes her book available to nonprofit groups at 60 percent off the cover price (plus shipping handling) on a minimum order of five books. To order, contact Brenda at parentpwr1@juno.com.

Merry Christmas, everyone!

The Pink Ladies: Jenn Doucette, Grace Fox and Laura Christianson at the 2005 International Christian Retail Show.

Comments

[Bernadette]

please add infos on how to make a do-it-yourself gift for our mothers

[Bernadette]

i love my mom so much but i am too shy to prove it to her, i sometimes yell at her or hurt her but in the end i fill myself with regrets, what gift should i give to best say how much i care for my mom without uttering a single word??

[Bernadette]

please help me to become a better daughter by helping me how to choose the best gift for a mother