What Kids Need Most in a Mom

by Patricia H. Rushford

Superman is a fictional character. So what makes us think that "supermom" isn't? With hope, honesty, and humor, What Kids Need Most in a Mom provides direction on how each mom can make the most of the love, talents, responsibilities, and frailties that have been given to her. It focuses on essential motherhood know-how, such as trusting sons and daughters to God's care, instilling forgiveness in children, getting out of the "guilt factory," celebrating life, and sharing important discoveries with kids. This insightful book is perfect for baby showers, parenting classes, and Mother's Day. The new edition includes a new introduction and new writing from Patricia Rushford.

Genres: Nonfiction, Family

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Patricia H. Rushford, an award winning author and speaker, has extensive experience in writing and has authored over sixty books, both fiction and non-fiction. In addition to having a nursing degree and masters in counseling, she is also an artist and quilter.

The Jennie McGrady Mysteries for young adults have sold well over 500,000 copies. Silent Witness won the Silver Angel Award for Excellence in Media and was nominated for an Edgar Allen Poe Award by Mystery Writers of America. She also wrote the Max & Me Mysteries for middle grade.

The various mystery series for adults continue to receive great reviews. Her series include, The Helen Bradley Mysteries, The Angel Delaney Mysteries, The McAllister Files and her latest, the Artisan Mysteries.

Her newest releases are: Watercolor Dreams, Deadly Deception and The Quiltmaker's Daughter, both are romantic suspense novels featuring artists.
She has been awarded the Golden Quill Award by RWA- Desert Rose Chapter and earned honorable mention in the Silver Angel Awards.

Patricia is a member of ACFW and a number of other writing organizations. She has participated in such mystery events such as Bouchercon--the World Mystery Convention, Left Coast Crime, and other conventions for lovers of mystery and suspense. She manages a website and blog and has a presence on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Goodreads and Linked-in and also generates a newsletter. Called Mysterious Musings.

Additional info at www.patriciarushfordbooks.com

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

My Mom recommended this book, she read it when she was a young Mom.

This book reminded me of a lot of things I already know. Thankfully, I have been surrounded by many supportive Christian Moms who have loved me and accepted me just as I am- I have never felt pressure to be a Super-Mom and recognize my areas of weakness as well as my strengths. I have mourned for what I have lost not working out of the home anymore and have fully embraced being home with my kids (this took time). I want to live this season to the fullest- to look back with no regrets b/c someday my children will be grown up and I know I will miss these days. Finding contentment in this season of life is sometimes challenging- I think having supportive friends and family is essential- I need reminders now and then from other Moms that it's ok to make mistakes and raise your voice and to have days when you feel like you are going crazy. That doesn't mean I don't love my kids. Would recommend this book to Moms who need some encouragement and a little dose of laughter related to the ups and downs of being a Mom.

[Elizabeth Meadows · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a nice inspirational book that covers the seasons of motherhood as well as many different aspects of motherhood. My biggest take-away from this book is summarized in the last line of the book which says that what my kids need most in me as a Mom is me. I was reminded throughout the book to be an encourager to my children and to not be discouraged when everything doesn't go my way.

[Chantress · Rating 5 out of 5]

nice that is deep

[Kathy Robbins · Rating 3 out of 5]

Practical advice on mothering from a Christian perspective.

[Christine Hunt · Rating 3 out of 5]

worth the read.