Publisher's Note WINNING CUSTODY is a practical guide to child custody that is geared specifically toward women. Written by an experienced psychotherapist, this book offers practical advice on how to navigate the complicated legal maze of the custody process, while holding on to your sanity and selfesteem throughout this difficult time. Offering step by step guidance, WINNING CUSTODY tackles such topics as: How to find a good and affordable lawyer; What to wear to court it's more important than you might think; How to effectively communicate with your ex; How to parent your child firmly, lovingly, and consistently throughout this crisis time; How to defuse your fears of losing your children.