The Parenthood Primer - by Michael Deaquino & Angela Deaquino (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Wait, Pre-Parental Counseling?!

Actually, it makes perfect sense! If we encourage couples to prepare for marriage through premarital counseling, why don't we prepare for parenthood in the same way? Our babies might not come with an instruction manual, but this workbook is the next best thing. It's not about childbirth or sleep training; it's about you and your spouse exploring and discussing essential spiritual principles before your baby arrives.

In the pages of this workbook, you and your spouse will:

• Explore what it means to embrace parenting as a blessing rather than a burden
• Discuss how to prioritize and protect a strong marriage
• Work together to create a family vision and rhythms that strengthen your home
• Identify ways to build a trusted village of family, friends, and mentors
• And much more!

Why is this so important? The first three years of a child's life are the most formative, yet many parents only consider these important principles after that critical time has passed. Take the time now to build a strong foundation for your family, before your precious little one arrives!

Review Quotes

"Wow, what a valuable resource the DeAquinos have put together for expectant parents! I wish every new parent would be given a copy. The manual that we all wished would have come with the baby has finally arrived."

"We strongly encourage both expecting parents and new parents to read The Parenthood Primer. The DeAquinos have done an excellent job of addressing some of new parents' biggest challenges from a biblical perspective. Their emphasis on working on your marriage, building a village, examining your own faith, and thinking about how you were raised are all of paramount importance as you begin the God-given task of parenting. Even parents who are already well into the process of raising children would benefit from reading this book and reflecting on these significant points!"

"Michael and Angela DeAquino have put together a very practical guide to help parents and parents-to-be start the journey of mom and dad. I would highly encourage church leaders to use this primer with young married couples who are thinking about starting a family. It would be wonderful if older, experienced parents would partner up with young couples and work through the book together. This primer will help keep Deuteronomy 6:4-9 and Psalm 78 out in front of all parents."

"The Parenthood Primer is a great resource for every parent starting out. Is there any more important aspect of our lives on earth than raising these precious children for Jesus, and for the glory of God? As stewards for the Lord Jesus, every parent needs the tools and the equipping to the task. Thank you, Michael and Angela, for putting this essential introduction together!"