Taking Care of Me: So I Can Take Care of My Children [Paperback]

Geared toward young and first-time parents,Taking Care of Meexplains that parenting style and skill are influenced by temperament, childhood experiences, basic needs, knowledge, and family goals. It suggests the many ways parents can make and sustain positive changes in caring for themselves so they can better care for their children. This profusely illustrated book argues that by taking care of themselves well, parents can take even better care of their children.

Barbara Carlsonis a parent educator and is the director of health education at Kaiser Permanente.Margaret Healyis a former Sister of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, as which she taught middle and high school. She is now a parent educator.Glo Wellmanhas taught parenting courses at Santa Rosa Junior College and in community programs, and is a frequent speaker at conferences and to parent groups, including foster parents and those dealing with special-needs children. They all live in Santa Rosa, California.