Bounceback Parenting: A Field Guide for Creating Connection Not Perfection

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An utterly original and irresistibly playful book that gives parents secret challenges to help them see things from a new angle. Combine the insights of a positive parenting guide with the playfulness of a kids' book, and you get The Parenting Secret Mission Society. - Substitute "should" for "could" - Take a step back and observe from a distance - Slow down to your child's pace - Develop a "kind voice" - Ask your child to teach you something about their world - Say "yes" more - Hold an impromptu kitchen dance party These are just a few of the many simple yet powerful "secret missions" in this playful book for parents who want to recharge, refresh and restart in a positive new way. Comprised of mission debriefings, journal prompts with room to write, and inspiring advice and insights, this is a game-changing resource for burnt-out moms and dads everywhere. Topics include- - Get Connected- Missions for practicing connection in the everyday. - Stay on Target- Missions to help you get re-centered, re-inspired and re-focused on what matters most to you and your family. - Operation Kindsight- Missions to get you speaking to yourself with compassion, and taking better care of you. - Lighten up- Missions to help you notice the perfectly imperfect moments that happen every day. We'll get you laughing more, controlling less. - Banish the Shoulds- Missions to get you focused on what is, not what ifs, so that you can enjoy the good and let go of should. These will encourage growth and flexibility. - Online Headquarters- Information on how to access exclusive bonus downloads just for readers.

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"Bounceback Parenting shows you how to foster strong bonds with your kids without having to be perfect. The secret missions will reduce your guilt and allow you to love more and yell less as you discover simple yet powerful ways to communicate and connect with your kids."
--Amy McCready, author ofTheMe, Me, Me EpidemicandIf I Have to Tell You One More Time


"I think its safe to assume many of us struggle with how to create connection with our children while also trying to maintain a household, honor our work and social commitments, and maintain our sanity. That may explain why I breathed easier every time I openedBounceback Parenting.Guided by Alissas gentle wisdom, relatable anecdotes, and practical strategies, I felt equipped and encouraged to lighten up, focus less on end results, and simply enjoy the journey. Alissa Marquess proves connection is possible, even in the chaos of daily life, and why it is worth the effort.
Rachel Macy Stafford,New York Timesbestselling author ofHands Free Mama,Hands Free Life, andOnly Love Today


"You don't have to be perfect to be the connected, loving parent your kids need.Bounceback Parenting's journal prompts and 'secret missions'will give you simple and actionable ways to reduce guilt, build on strengths and increasepeace in your home through connection, not perfection."
--Dr. Laura Markham, author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids and Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings


"Bounceback Parenting is one of those rare dog-eared gems. The journal prompts and secret missions provide ways to turn words and ideas into action, and the shift to a growth mindset in parenting is truly a game-changer! What a relief to parents everywhere to discover 'connection, not perfection!'
--Rebecca Eanes, author ofPositive Parenting


"Alissa begins this book remindingparents that 'everyone can learn and grow, starting right from where they are.' It really sets the tone for all parents to pick up and become stronger, no matter how confident they are today.Bounceback Parenting offers a beautiful combination ofwhyconnection (not perfection) matters and action steps to bring those ideas to life."
--Jill Riley, ConfidenceMeetsParenting.com


"Bounceback Parenting is the perfect antidote for the parenting guilt that a lot of us unwittingly build up in our quest to become 'perfect' parents. Through fun operations, secret missions, assignments and field notes, Alissa helps us let go of the need for perfection and control, develop a growth mindset and resilience, and get more connected with our kids."
--Sumitha Bhandarkar, AFineParent.com


"Human development isnt driven by checklists guiding our perfection, but rather by the quality of our closest relationships.Bounceback Parentingis a tremendousguide for parents who are ready to focus on those critical relationships rather than the alluring lie of perfection. This book is an ideal starting point to help you ditch the overwhelm and savor the joy in parenting."
--Amanda Morgan, educator, speaker, and creator of Not Just Cute


"Alissas book is the cure to guilt in perfectionist moms! She reminds us that no one is a perfect parent and, more importantly, that perfection is not our goal. Bounceback Parenting is a guide to connecting with kids -- which is giving them what they truly need -- and bouncing back when you lose that connection. Its interactive and fun format will make it a favorite on the parenting bookshelf."
--Chelsea Lee Smith, Moments a Day


"If you want to really enjoy parenting and feel more connected to your kids, this is the book for you!Bounceback Parentingoffers a step-by-step guide for your journey. Soon you, too, will be shouting, Connection, not Perfection!"
--Denise Roy, MFT, author ofMOMfulness

Author Bio

Alissa Marquess is a mom to three and the founder of Bounceback Parenting, where she helps parents build loving, resilient relationships with their kids. She has a built a large and loyal community of readers across many social media platforms.