Newborn Mothers: When a Baby is Born, so is a Mother.

by Julia Jones

The last thing Newborn Mothers need is another book. Endless experts and advice undermine your intuition and confidence. Information overload doesn't help when you feel isolated, exhausted and overwhelmed. What you really need is a hot cup of tea, a good night's sleep and a laundry fairy. (Sadly, these things can't fit inside a book!) But Newborn Mothers is about doing less, not more. It answers your real questions about the transformation to motherhood including... - Is baby brain real? Are you actually losing your mind?
- You heard it takes a village to raise a child, but what does that look like in the 21st century? And how do you build yours?
- You were told these are the best days of your life. Are you the only one finding it this hard? You planned for the birth, then realised those books and classes did nothing to prepare you for the rest of your life as a mother. Whether you are pregnant for the first time or your babies are growing up too fast, this book is your invitation to join a gentle, internal revolution in your heart and in your home. This book is a sanctuary for your birth as a mother. Free audiobook edition included!

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction

144 pages, Paperback

Published December 10, 2018

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Reviews

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really wanted to love this book, and in a way I did, but still I was a bit disappointed. Hence 4 stars.
I read this book in 3 days. Firstly, because it is written in a very easy manner, it’s pleasant to be reading it. But the other reason is simply because the book is very short. Furthermore, I felt like the chapter names don’t always correspond the contents. Finally, I expected more facts, more research-based content. The vague phrases like “many studies show that...”, especially in the field of neuroscience make the book sound less credible. But maybe it’s the researcher talking in me, while the book is targeted to pregnant women and newborn mothers. Otherwise, I liked the stories, the first-hand descriptions of traditional care and the summary in the end. It is obvious that the author really loves what she is doing.

[Yvette · Rating 4 out of 5]

"You don't need to be rescued by an expert. You are the hero of your own motherhood adventure and you can find your own way out of the confusion by getting comfortable with the messy reality of motherhood, and getting hands-on with your baby."

[Lisanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would recommend every mom (to be) to read this book, and (hopefully) be more prepared and relaxed for motherhood. 🫶🏻

[Morgan Bownick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Left me feeling reassured and confident to go into motherhood. Relieved some pressure about learning all the information out there and instead focusing on peace and joy and my own intuition.

[Gina]

Read this for work but ended up getting a lot out of it.

[candide_in_ohio · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and sweet book about postpartum recovery. New mothers-have your partner or support people read it too!