Baby Out of Wedlock

Praise for Baby Out of Wedlock

“SKILLFULLY OUTLINES HOW TO PREPARE for and raise a child out of wedlock … and the authors tackle all of those complications with warmth, sympathy, and a very approachable style. Readers dealing with these kinds of issues will find this book invaluable, particularly with regard to negotiation.”
– Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/jim-braz/baby-out-of-wedlock/

“WINNER GOLD BOOK AWARD and 5 STAR REVIEW - Baby out of Wedlock is the right book for you if you are expecting a child with someone you have no intentions of settling with. The authors use facts and statistics to support their arguments and are friendly and honest allowing the reader to feel like they are not alone. They advise against thinking of the pregnancy as a mistake, especially if things fail to work out with your partner. The authors are practical and share nuggets of wisdom for both young and seasoned co-parents.” 
– Literary Titan Reviews https://literarytitan.com/2021/04/29/baby-out-of-wedlock/

"5 STAR REVIEW: Baby Out of Wedlock is a handy tool that will help millions of new or soon-to-be-mothers or fathers who are not in a conventional marriage. The tips in the book are a good way for parents to understand their parenting rights while doing what is best for their child and provide answers that they are looking for efficiently and straightforwardly. Regardless of race or socioeconomic background, the authors also tackle the basic questions about co-parenting relationships, paternity tests, child custody laws, visitation rights, support payments, and much more.”
– Readers’ Favorite Book  Reviews 
www.readersfavorite.com/book-review/baby-out-of-wedlock

“I highly recommend Baby Out of Wedlock to anyone who wants to learn the complicated dynamics of co-parenting while emphasizing the child’s needs first..”
— Kevin Falkenstein, Family Law Attorney and Partner, Moustakas Nelson LLC

“My work focuses on what can eventually happen in a worst-case situation. Unmarried parents who read Baby Out of Wedlock are taking a first step in the right direction..”
— Ginger Gentile, Director & Producer of the documentary Erasing Family and one of Maria Shriver’s Architects of Change

“In my behavioral health practice, I often see the emotional toll that custody battles have on unmarried parents and their children. Baby Out of Wedlock can make a difference in both parents’ and their children’s long-term mental health..”
— Francesca Santacroce, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Owner, Serenity Behavioral Health

“When a client is knowledgeable about the basics of family law, it makes my job easier, and everyone benefits. Baby Out of Wedlock is a great primer for anyone navigating the pregnancy-to-custody continuum..” 
— Jessica E. Smith, Family Law Attorney and Partner, JSDC Law Offices

“Pregnancy out of wedlock can be an incredibly scary experience. This book, with its emphasis on the importance of mental health, is a great guide. It helps readers know they are not alone..”
— Rachel Cohen, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor, The Soho Center in New York City

“Baby Out of Wedlock provides answers to all the basic questions that inevitably challenge a co-parenting relationship. If both parents read this book, they can work together with less stress and anxiety while limiting the cost of lawyers.
— Andrew Keegan, Actor and Co-Parent

“My work is all about how people get through adversity, and Baby Out of Wedlock has nailed its topic. Jim & Jessica Braz have written stories of who people need to be in order to navigate this experience. With their guidance, both parents and kids can live free of hostility, pain, and anguish..”
— Bob Litwin, Performance Coach and Author of Live the Best Story of Your Life

“Custody battles can spiral out of control if you let them. Baby Out of Wedlock helps both parents realize that compromise is always the best way forward..”
— Michael Schwartz, CFP, AEP, CEO of Magnus Financial Group LLC, and Divorced Father

“I have been a licensed psychologist for over twenty-five years specializing in relationship and parenting issues, and I have known Jim and Jessica for over a decade. Their experience is real and their advice is practical. I highly recommend Baby Out of Wedlock to anyone who finds themselves in this situation..”
— Lenore Perrott, MS, Psychologist

“I highly recommend Baby Out of Wedlock for anyone looking for honest, fair, and real-life experience during the stressful time from pregnancy to custody and beyond. It is an excellent resource as it places the child’s best interest paramount while working toward the all-important co-parenting relationship..”
— Patricia A. Cummings, Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical, Maryland Court Certified Parenting Coordinator

“I’ve known Jim for over twenty years, and I remember when his daughter was born and how hard he had to struggle for parenting rights. His story is real, and his advice comes from experience..”
— Lisa Benson, Vice President, IMG Models

“Jessica made her share of mistakes in the early days, but since then she has clearly figured out how to make her co-parenting relationship successful. Read her book if you want to learn what works..”
— Olena Zinshtein, Stepparent and Owner of Key Nutrition LLC

“A great book that will clearly help anyone in a similar situation. The potential cost alone in navigating the process can be overwhelming, but this guide delivers sound advice and lessons learned. Well written and comprehensive.”
— Patrick Donohue, US Army Pilot and Father

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