Boys will be boys--always.And no one has a more powerful impact on them than you, Mom. Surprise Your boy wants to please you, and he cares deeply about what you think. Those driving needs will stay with him throughout his lifetime. That gives you, Mom, a lot of influence over your son. You can set him up for success in life. In What a Difference a Mom Makes, the New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman reveals how you can make a positive imprint on your son--from the moment you first hold him in your arms until the moment he leaves for college. And the best news? It's never too late to start, no matter what age your son is now. Through Dr. Leman's expert advice, you'll understand who your son is on the inside, the truth behind sibling squabbles (and how to handle them), a secret for discipline that works every time, and how to navigate the critical teen years. You'll also discover how your parenting style impacts your relationship with your son and how you can respond in a healthy way to his growing interest in sex and relationships. Want to capture your boy's heart? Want a man you'll be proud to call your son? You can make a difference, because you are the one who matters most in your boy's world.Even if he won't admit it.


Dr. Kevin Leman, an internationally known psychologist, humorist, radio and television personality, and speaker, has taught and entertained audiences world-wide with his wit and common-sense psychology. He has made hundreds of house calls for radio and television programs, including The View, Fox & Friends, Today, CBS’s The Early Show, Janet Parshall’s America, CNN’s American Morning, The 700 Club, Life Today with James Robison, and Focus on the Family. He has also served as a contributing family psychologist to Good Morning America. A New York Times best-selling and award-winning author, Dr. Leman has written nearly 40 books about marriage and family issues, including Have a New Kid by Friday, Have a New Husband by Friday, The Birth Order Book, Born to Win, Making Children Mind without Losing Yours, Sex Begins in the Kitchen, and Under the Sheets. He is also featured on seven video series on marriage, parenting, blended families, and single parenting.