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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 306.856 EAN: 9780812922462 Edition: 1st ISBN: 0812922468 Label: Three Rivers Press Manufacturer: Three Rivers Press Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 272 Publication Date: 1994-05 Publisher: Three Rivers Press Release Date: May 10, 1994 Studio: Three Rivers Press Accessories:
Editorial Review: Product Description: The first handbook for the rapidly growing number of American women choosing single motherhood, written by the director of the national organization Single Mothers by Choice. Mattes presents an accessible and personal analysis of the available options and examines the problems, questions and rewards. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - A must read for any thinker or tryerI'm a tryer now, but as soon as I realized I wasn't the only single woman thinking about having children on my own I bought this book. Ms. Mattes is the brave woman who made our cause a public one and opened the doors that I am able to freely walk through in my journey. Her detailed examination of the subject, and practical answers to many of the worries that plagued me in the thinking stage are what make this book one of the must-haves on the subject. I think she might want to publish a new edition ... Read More Rating:  - Only for women with exceptionally good resourcesI'm a single mother, and daily, I speak with other single mothers. My sense is that this book softpedals the financial vulnerability of single motherhood to a degree that is less than responsible, and women considering this option should understand that the mere fact of being a mother can damage the financial security they have as childless women. It's an important consideration if you're going to be raising a child on your own. While it's true in general that mothers have a tough go balancing ... Read More Rating: - Consider Your OptionsHere's a helpful book for women who might be considering parenthood, even if they aren't currently married or in a committed relationship. The author highlights pros and cons of single mothering, although she tends to view the process from a highly positive, at times naive, viewpoint. Useful as you consider your options. Interesting and well-written. See below for a book about raising your kids as a single mom. Barbara Sheldon, M.S.W. I also highly recommend: Raising Great ... Read More Rating: - Single Mothers by ChoiceI found this book to be very informative and helpful. It was easy to read and understand. Rating: - Detailed InformationThis book opens your eyes into the world of Single Mothers. It gives step by step information on how to deal with the process of becoming a single mother. It talks about the avenues one faces to get pregnant and beyond. 
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