As mentioned by some others, your husband may be in slight denial.  Generally, it is up to Mum's to gather all the information and then highlight the important parts that pertain to your situation.  This is probably the best way to compromise for now, and ensure that they are somewhere they can easily be found if he decides to read them.

I note that you specifically mentioned that he has too many Amway books to read... Hmmm ths is a tricky one, you need to play this very carefully.  He has a pile of dreams that they are encouraging, and this is fine, no doubt they include you and the family and how he can improve your lifestyle.  If you are negative in anyway regarding this pursuit, he could well turn on you, as you will be seen as someone who is stopping him from being all that he can be and following his dream.  He will turn more and more to those involved in Amway, and although it is very much centred upon building a better life for your family etc.  If you aren't seen to be 110% behind his push to become one of the 10% of people in the world, who hold 90% of the wealth in the world, it could really drive a big nasty wedge in to your relationship.

Be patient, bide your time and be as supportive as you can, even if you find it frustrating.  How about suggesting that he concentrate on reading them and learning and growing in that area, (after all, he is the man, the provider and all that and he is in pursuit of your financial independence).  You concentrate on learning as much as possible about the things that can help your son, then make a special time once a week or so to sit down and discuss your progress together. 

Remember, Amway may or may not be his saviour - however it is up to him to find out whether it is or not.  You guys both have the same goals in the end, however you have chosen different methods to achieve those.

Best of luck, get back to me if you want to talk about it any more.

Cheers - Lui

Did you say amway books to read?  Personally, that would infuriate me.   Through personal experience (friends who have gotten involved with amway) the only winners are the people at the top of the pyramid.  Its a no win situation.   I'd read the medical magazines myself,  highlight what interests you and then have your partner look at it.  I know my opinions are a little strong with the Amway thing, but I just hate how people put their time, effort and money into it, only to have the end results always be the same....other people success with your hard work and money. 

i would make the materials available but i would not push it.  he might need more time to come to terms with the full consequences of the accident.  he also might be concerned about the added expenses involved--which might be why he is more worried about amway right now.  i would insist that he help with doctor's appts and general care, since you are both in this together.

maybe your partner has not quite come to grasp, and he needs time before he wants to get into learning about the issue...give him some time and he will come to his senses

um a bit tricky but i say yes, if he is going to be in your lives then he needs to know what it is all about and how to deal with what may come with the problems he may be suffering with!

so with that i'll just say go for it, don't give up so easily because your son is going to need so much attention and if he doesn't want to read the books your mum has given you then what is he going to be like when something pops up and your son needs you more than ever, will he be stuffed then?

sorry to be blunt but he needs to pay attention on this one and i think he is being selfish, good luck and all the best in the future

If there are specific articles in these magazines, then prompt him on those articles, he may read others, however to try and get him to blindly read every article in every magazine is a bit to far as he will learn a lot by ozmosis from you and your friends.

If your partner is ignoring your boy or in denial over him then that's a different matter.

Firstly how long have you been together? If its a long lasting relationship then yes he should be more interested!
Also does he show interest in your son usually? If not that isn't a good sign.
A future permanant fixture in yours and your sons life should be interested in your son as well as you and be interested in how to help him more.

I think that your partner may be in slight denial and will come around and read then in his own time and way.

I don't think pushing this issue will help at all.Does your partner have a problem with your little boy in general?or does he shy away from all sickness and injuries?not every-one knows how to cope in these situations.You could possibly give him excerps from the book at relevant times,this may spark an interest especially if he asks how you acquired the information in the first place.Have you and your partner been together before the accident or after?If he knew your son previously he might be having a hard time dealing with his problems.You may just have to let him come to you and ask about the literature.Do you feel un-supported?If so perhaps you could explain this fact to him.He may be able to support you in other ways.regards Merle

I would say that it depends on how long you have been in the relationship... it is a huge step for someone to take, and to take that step they need to be ready and not pushed into it.

How long have you been in the relationship together??

maybe have a read if them first your self,  if you find them very helpful, maybe say to him, heey you should read this magazine you should see all the ideas and information i got out of it, give him an example maybe if he knows there is stuff in there worth reading he will give it a go good luck hope this has helped you out Britt xx