{"title":"Merle Bombardieri","description":"\u003cp\u003eMerle Bombardieri’s works explore profound personal choices and emotional growth, offering insightful guidance for readers navigating complex life decisions. Her writing blends practical advice with compassionate understanding, making self-reflection both accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those seeking clarity and empowerment, her books provide thoughtful perspectives on personal development and the challenges that shape our paths. Readers will find meaningful encouragement to embrace change and cultivate inner strength.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-baby-decision-by-merle-a-bombardieri-msw-licsw-9780997500707","title":"The Baby Decision","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFROM CONFUSION TO CONFIDENCE IN FIVE STEPS\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSECOND EDITION COMPLETELY REVISED AND UPDATED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Baby Decision\u003c\/em\u003e is a clear, compassionate guide to making a parenting or childfree decision with confidence. Many women of childbearing age and their partners find it hard to make this life-changing decision. Without a crystal ball, what can you do? Some women say \"I like the idea of motherhood, but how do I know I'd really enjoy it? What will happen to my job, my relationship, my sanity?\" Or they say, \"I'm leaning towards being childfree, but will I be sorry later?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMerle Bombardieri, MSW, LICSW, has been helping people make this decision for over thirty years in her therapy and coaching practice and in her Baby Decision Workshops. With a depth that only a psychotherapist can provide, she shows you strategies for dealing with doubt and ambivalence and uncovering your deepest self-knowledge. Through anecdotes, exercises, guidelines, and checklists, she leads you to your best possible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine the relief of finally cutting through the tangled vines of pros and cons and seeing a clear decision emerge. Merle helps you not only to make a decision but to use it as an opportunity for you and your relationship to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will learn how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse dozens of \"Secret Doors\" exercises to uncover hidden feelings and wisdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeparate your own needs and preferences from societal myths and expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGive full consideration to the rewards and opportunities of living childfree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTalk constructively with your partner even if you disagree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManage work-life balance and keep your relationship strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMake decisions about one-child families, single and gay parenting, fertility and adoption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBorrow some of the benefits of the other choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will also learn how to trust your decision and make the most of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes resources and bibliography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBonus section: Preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpcoming Events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Baby Decision\u003c\/em\u003e Parenthood Decision Making Workshops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOctober 30, 2016, Cambridge Center for Adult Education (ccae.org)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47934279287020,"sku":"9780997500707","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780997500707-the-baby-decision.jpg?v=1783909368"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/merle-bombardieri.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}