Resources
Books we suggest you read!
The National Organization for Women (NOW) has recommended several books for non custodial mothers to
read. Abused Swan has also added to the list. You can purchase them on Amazon
If you are representing yourself in court, there is a Court Rules book for every state.
Lundy Bancroft
is a wonderful author who works with abusive men and can help you understand how these men think and how
they use the system to get custody of our children.
Divorce Poison
by Dr. Warshak
Understanding, Preventing, and Overcoming Parental Alienation. Internationally renowned keynote speaker,
authority on divorce and the psychology of alienated children, media guest expert, and clinical professor at
the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dr. Warshak has consulted at the White House, written
2 books, and more than 45 professional articles
Managing Your Divorce:
A Guide for Battered Women
National Council of the Juvenile and Family Court Judges,
Dean Louis W. McHardy, Executive Director;
Family Violence Department Resource Center on Domestic Violence Child Protection and Custody, Meredith
Hofford, M.A., Director
This booklet is intended to be used by battered women who are representing themselves, without an
attorney, in court cases involving child custody. This is not a recommendation to go into court
unrepresented. In fact, we start the booklet with a piece on "How to Find an Attorney."
What we recommend strongly is that if there is any dispute or conflict about the arrangements for custody
and visitation, get a lawyer! Battered women have spoken repeatedly about the loss of custody as the
greatest threat in their lives, saying that it is more painful than the physical violence they have suffered. The
stakes are extremely high in custody disputes; get a lawyer.
Order these great books and more at Amazon.com
Deanna's Tools
Deanna has created special products to help non custodial mothers. She created a journal for moms to
document situations that happen and to document all contact with Child Protective Services or authorities.
She created a workbook so mothers can file their own motions in court. If you are interested in advocating
your case, she has a monthly news letter to get you thinking. Deanna is currently working on a new products
that will be available.
Don't forget Non Custodial Mother's Day! October 28th!
Check out these great product or Tools