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Regretting Motherhood

A Study

by Orna Donath ...

A provocative and deeply important study of women’s lives, women’s choices—and an ‘unspoken taboo’—that questions the societal pressures forcing women into motherhoodWomen who opt not to be mothers are frequently warned that they will regret their decision later in life, yet we rarely talk about the possibility that the opposite might also be true—that women who have children might regret it. ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A provocative and deeply important study of women’s lives, women’s choices—and an ‘unspoken taboo’—that questions the societal pressures forcing women into motherhoodWomen who opt not to be mothers are frequently warned that they will regret their decision later in life, yet we rarely talk about the possibility that the opposite might also be true—that women who have children might regret it.
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The Postnatal Depletion Cure

A Complete Guide to Rebuilding Your Health and Reclaiming Your Energy for Mothers of Newborns, Toddlers, and Young Children

by Dr. Oscar Serrallach ...

Get rid of mommy brain, baby blues, and other symptoms that leave mothers feeling exhausted with this invaluable book on postpartum depression.Most mothers have experienced pain, forgetfulness, indecision, low energy levels, moodiness, or some form of baby brain. And it's no wonder: The process of growing a baby depletes a mother's body in substantial ways—on average, a mother's brain shrinks 5% ... Read more

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Get rid of mommy brain, baby blues, and other symptoms that leave mothers feeling exhausted with this invaluable book on postpartum depression.Most mothers have experienced pain, forgetfulness, indecision, low energy levels, moodiness, or some form of baby brain. And it's no wonder: The process of growing a baby depletes a mother's body in substantial ways—on average, a mother's brain shrinks 5%
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The World's Worst Mom

by Sona Movsesian ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of The World's Worst Assistant and co-host of the podcast Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, a hilarious, irreverent book about the expectations vs. reality of parenthood.Sona Movsesian never meant to become the World's Worst Assistant. But with Conan O'Brien as a boss, what else did we expect?Sona Movsesian never thought she'd be the World's Worst Mom, either ... Read more

$15.99 USD

From the New York Times bestselling author of The World's Worst Assistant and co-host of the podcast Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, a hilarious, irreverent book about the expectations vs. reality of parenthood.Sona Movsesian never meant to become the World's Worst Assistant. But with Conan O'Brien as a boss, what else did we expect?Sona Movsesian never thought she'd be the World's Worst Mom, either
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The Second Home

An addictive, page-turning psychological thriller with a killer twist

by Kathryn Sharman ...

'Oh my goodness this took over my entire life until I had finished it!... The twists and turns had my head spinning and just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was completely blindsided! What a perfect thriller!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Impossible to put the book down. The killer twist is jaw-dropping and unforgettable... A MUST-READ' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I feel the sea breeze on my face as I ... Read more

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'Oh my goodness this took over my entire life until I had finished it!... The twists and turns had my head spinning and just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was completely blindsided! What a perfect thriller!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Impossible to put the book down. The killer twist is jaw-dropping and unforgettable... A MUST-READ' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I feel the sea breeze on my face as I
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The Mango Tree

A Memoir of Fruit, Florida, and Felony

by Annabelle Tometich ...

**The Washington Post's Best Books of 2024Eater's Best Food Books to Read This SpringThis “witty, humorous, and heartfelt“ (Cinelle Barnes) memoir navigates the tangled branches of Annabelle Tometich’s life, from growing up in Florida as the child of a Filipino mother and a deceased white father to her adult life as a med-school-reject-turned-food-critic.**When journalist Annabelle Tometich picks ... Read more

$14.99 USD

**The Washington Post's Best Books of 2024Eater's Best Food Books to Read This SpringThis “witty, humorous, and heartfelt“ (Cinelle Barnes) memoir navigates the tangled branches of Annabelle Tometich’s life, from growing up in Florida as the child of a Filipino mother and a deceased white father to her adult life as a med-school-reject-turned-food-critic.**When journalist Annabelle Tometich picks
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Baby Brain

The surprising neuroscience of how pregnancy and motherhood sculpt our brains and change our minds (for the better)

by Dr Sarah McKay ...

If you think baby brain is bad for you, think again - because neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay (author of The Women's Brain Book) has looked at studies and talked to experts from all over the world and the proof is in: giving birth is one of the best things to ever happen to a woman's brain.Moreover, the positive effects of baby brain last well beyond the baby stage - even into old age, with elderly ... Read more

$7.99 USD

If you think baby brain is bad for you, think again - because neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay (author of The Women's Brain Book) has looked at studies and talked to experts from all over the world and the proof is in: giving birth is one of the best things to ever happen to a woman's brain.Moreover, the positive effects of baby brain last well beyond the baby stage - even into old age, with elderly
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The Explosive Child [Sixth Edition]

A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children

by Ross W. Greene, PhD ...

THE CLASSIC PARENTING GUIDE -- MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLDA revised and updated 6th edition of the groundbreaking, research-based guide to understanding and parenting challenging children who frequently exhibit severe fits of temper, from a distinguished clinician and pioneer in the field.What’s an explosive child? A child who responds to routine problems with extreme frustration—crying, ... Read more

$13.99 USD

THE CLASSIC PARENTING GUIDE -- MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLDA revised and updated 6th edition of the groundbreaking, research-based guide to understanding and parenting challenging children who frequently exhibit severe fits of temper, from a distinguished clinician and pioneer in the field.What’s an explosive child? A child who responds to routine problems with extreme frustration—crying,
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Hypnobirthing

Practical Ways to Make Your Birth Better

by Siobhan Miller ...

THIS BOOK WILL MAKE YOUR BIRTH BETTER. IT IS FOR EVERY PARENT AND EVERY TYPE OF BIRTH.Expert hypnobirthing teacher and founder of The Positive Birth Company Siobhan Miller has made it her mission to change the way we approach and experience birth. Through her teaching she seeks to educate and empower parents - and their birth partners - so that they can enjoy amazing and positive birth experiences ... Read more

$6.99 USD

THIS BOOK WILL MAKE YOUR BIRTH BETTER. IT IS FOR EVERY PARENT AND EVERY TYPE OF BIRTH.Expert hypnobirthing teacher and founder of The Positive Birth Company Siobhan Miller has made it her mission to change the way we approach and experience birth. Through her teaching she seeks to educate and empower parents - and their birth partners - so that they can enjoy amazing and positive birth experiences
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5 Minutes Daily Devotional for Busy Moms: 90 Days of Scripture, Reflection, and Renewal for Christian Mothers

by Levina Lanza ...

You love God, and you love your family deeply. But somewhere between the cold cup of morning coffee, the endless laundry piles, and the third permission slip you can't find, your quiet time with Him keeps slipping away.If you've ever sat down at the end of a chaotic day feeling spiritually depleted wishing you had time for God but feeling completely overwhelmed by the length of your to-do list you ... Read more

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You love God, and you love your family deeply. But somewhere between the cold cup of morning coffee, the endless laundry piles, and the third permission slip you can't find, your quiet time with Him keeps slipping away.If you've ever sat down at the end of a chaotic day feeling spiritually depleted wishing you had time for God but feeling completely overwhelmed by the length of your to-do list you
... Read more
When Good Moms Feel Bad

An Empowering Guide for Transforming Guilt, Anxiety, and Anger into Compassion, Confidence, and Connectedness

by Jessica Tomich Sorci, LMFT, PMH-C, Rebecca Geshuri, LMFT, PMH-C ...

“This is a brilliant adaptation of the IFS model of therapy; addressing ‘Mom Parts’ is a groundbreaking way to help mothers improve their mental health. When Good Moms Feel Bad is a must-read.”—Richard Schwartz, PhD, creator of Internal Family Systems and author of No Bad PartsIn a first-of-its-kind practical guide rooted in the groundbreaking IFS therapeutic model, two maternal mental health ... Read more

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“This is a brilliant adaptation of the IFS model of therapy; addressing ‘Mom Parts’ is a groundbreaking way to help mothers improve their mental health. When Good Moms Feel Bad is a must-read.”—Richard Schwartz, PhD, creator of Internal Family Systems and author of No Bad PartsIn a first-of-its-kind practical guide rooted in the groundbreaking IFS therapeutic model, two maternal mental health
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I'll Show Myself Out

Essays on Midlife and Motherhood

by Jessi Klein ...

An instant New York Times bestseller, I'll Show Myself Out is the eagerly anticipated second essay collection from Jessi Klein, author of the acclaimed debut You’ll Grow Out of It.Longlisted for the PEN Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay“Sometimes I think about how much bad news there is to tell my kid, the endlessly long, looping CVS receipt scroll of truly terrible things that ... Read more

$14.99 USD

An instant New York Times bestseller, I'll Show Myself Out is the eagerly anticipated second essay collection from Jessi Klein, author of the acclaimed debut You’ll Grow Out of It.Longlisted for the PEN Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay“Sometimes I think about how much bad news there is to tell my kid, the endlessly long, looping CVS receipt scroll of truly terrible things that
... Read more
Your Pregnancy and Childbirth

Month to Month

by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ...

Take charge of your pregnancy. For trusted advice, turn to Your Pregnancy and Childbirth: Month to Month from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.This fully revised edition of Your Pregnancy and Childbirth: Month to Month offers the latest medical guidelines in straightforward, easy-to-read language to help you make the best decisions for you and your pregnancy. You can trust ... Read more

$15.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Take charge of your pregnancy. For trusted advice, turn to Your Pregnancy and Childbirth: Month to Month from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.This fully revised edition of Your Pregnancy and Childbirth: Month to Month offers the latest medical guidelines in straightforward, easy-to-read language to help you make the best decisions for you and your pregnancy. You can trust
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All Joy and No Fun

The Paradox of Modern Parenthood

by Jennifer Senior ...

Thousands of books have examined the effects of parents on their children. In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior now asks: what are the effects of children on their parents?In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior tries to tackle this question, isolating and analyzing the many ways in which children reshape their parents' lives, whether it's their ... Read more

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Thousands of books have examined the effects of parents on their children. In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior now asks: what are the effects of children on their parents?In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior tries to tackle this question, isolating and analyzing the many ways in which children reshape their parents' lives, whether it's their
... Read more
Matrescence

On Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood

by Lucy Jones ...

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION • From the acclaimed author of Losing Eden (“Powerful, beautifully written”—Anthony Doerr) an important, moving, passionate and passionately written inquiry—personal and scientific—into what happens—mentally, spiritually, physically, during the process of becoming a mother, from pregnancy and childbirth to early motherhood and what this profound ... Read more

$4.99 USD

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION • From the acclaimed author of Losing Eden (“Powerful, beautifully written”—Anthony Doerr) an important, moving, passionate and passionately written inquiry—personal and scientific—into what happens—mentally, spiritually, physically, during the process of becoming a mother, from pregnancy and childbirth to early motherhood and what this profound
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Unmaking Mary

Shattering the Myth of Perfect Motherhood

by Chine McDonald ...

'Astute, smart, witty and brave. A radical, deeply thoughtful and essential intervention'Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence'A deeply valuable reflection on motherhood'Rowan WilliamsFor two thousand years, the Virgin Mary has been depicted throughout art, literature and culture as symbolising the perfect mother: chaste, beautiful, meek, mild and white. These supposed virtues and symbols have ... Read more

$11.99 USD

'Astute, smart, witty and brave. A radical, deeply thoughtful and essential intervention'Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence'A deeply valuable reflection on motherhood'Rowan WilliamsFor two thousand years, the Virgin Mary has been depicted throughout art, literature and culture as symbolising the perfect mother: chaste, beautiful, meek, mild and white. These supposed virtues and symbols have
... Read more
Parenting Life Now

by Kelly J. Welch, Victor W. Harris ...

With its conversational tone and blend of theory and application, Parenting Life Now offers an informative and practical introduction to the study of parenting, rearing, and educating children. Authors Kelly J. Welch and Victor William Harris illustrate the ways in which parents, and professionals who work with parents—from teachers and healthcare providers, to therapists, sociologists and ... Read more

$100.99 USD

With its conversational tone and blend of theory and application, Parenting Life Now offers an informative and practical introduction to the study of parenting, rearing, and educating children. Authors Kelly J. Welch and Victor William Harris illustrate the ways in which parents, and professionals who work with parents—from teachers and healthcare providers, to therapists, sociologists and
... Read more
The Chalice and the Blade

Our History, Our Future---Updated With a New Epilogue

by Riane Eisler ...

Now with an updated epilogue celebrating the 30th anniversary of this groundbreaking and increasingly relevant book."May be the most significant work published in all our lifetimes." – LA WeeklyThe Chalice and the Blade tells a new story of our cultural origins, tracing humanity’s long-forgotten history into deep prehistory. This landmark work of feminist history shows that warfare and the war of ... Read more

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Now with an updated epilogue celebrating the 30th anniversary of this groundbreaking and increasingly relevant book."May be the most significant work published in all our lifetimes." – LA WeeklyThe Chalice and the Blade tells a new story of our cultural origins, tracing humanity’s long-forgotten history into deep prehistory. This landmark work of feminist history shows that warfare and the war of
... Read more
Raising Sons: The Keys to Raising Healthy Sons and Helping them Become Extraordinary Men

A+ Parenting

by Joseph R. Parker ...

Series series A+ Parenting
Have you wondered if you're making the right decisions when it comes to raising your son?Over the last years, there has been a lot of confusion about the role of boys and men in our society. It's easy to see why parents are left with lots of unanswered questions when they're raising their sons.Raising boys the right way through positive parenting can help them become responsible and balanced ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you wondered if you're making the right decisions when it comes to raising your son?Over the last years, there has been a lot of confusion about the role of boys and men in our society. It's easy to see why parents are left with lots of unanswered questions when they're raising their sons.Raising boys the right way through positive parenting can help them become responsible and balanced
... Read more
Expecting Better

Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know

by Emily Oster ...

Series Book 1 - The ParentData Series
**Fully revised and updated for 2025, from the bestselling author of Cribsheet, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected“A revelation for curious mothers-to-be whose doctors fail to lay out the pros and cons of that morning latte, let alone discuss real science.” —The New York Times“Emily Oster is the non-judgmental girlfriend holding our hand and guiding us through pregnancy and motherhood. She has ... Read more

$8.99 USD

**Fully revised and updated for 2025, from the bestselling author of Cribsheet, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected“A revelation for curious mothers-to-be whose doctors fail to lay out the pros and cons of that morning latte, let alone discuss real science.” —The New York Times“Emily Oster is the non-judgmental girlfriend holding our hand and guiding us through pregnancy and motherhood. She has
... Read more
Breastfeeding Solutions

Quick Tips for the Most Common Nursing Challenges

by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, FILCA ...

Even when mothers are highly motivated to breastfeed, when faced with obstacles—like pain, worries about milk production, and difficulty pumping—they may begin to question their good intentions. In situations like these, is weaning the best answer? Or are there simple ways to overcome challenges and meet their breastfeeding goals?Breastfeeding Solutions is the perfect book for any new mother who ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Even when mothers are highly motivated to breastfeed, when faced with obstacles—like pain, worries about milk production, and difficulty pumping—they may begin to question their good intentions. In situations like these, is weaning the best answer? Or are there simple ways to overcome challenges and meet their breastfeeding goals?Breastfeeding Solutions is the perfect book for any new mother who
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Adventuring Together

How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids

by Greta Eskridge ...

A modern, practical, and inspiring guide to creating deep heart connections with kids by regularly creating new experiences and intentional adventures together.Parents today complain of fragmented relationships with their kids. What parents yearn for--and their kids too--is deep, heart-to-heart connections. But how can parents compete with all the other noise fighting for their kids' attention?The ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A modern, practical, and inspiring guide to creating deep heart connections with kids by regularly creating new experiences and intentional adventures together.Parents today complain of fragmented relationships with their kids. What parents yearn for--and their kids too--is deep, heart-to-heart connections. But how can parents compete with all the other noise fighting for their kids' attention?The
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Nurture

A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood—and Trusting Yourself and Your Body

by Erica Chidi ...

An all-inclusive pregnancy and birthing guidebook that gives soon-to-be mothers and their partners the information they need to make decisions, feel confident, and enjoy the beauty of creating new life.A comprehensive and judgment-free pregnancy companion, Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach. ... Read more

$12.99 USD

An all-inclusive pregnancy and birthing guidebook that gives soon-to-be mothers and their partners the information they need to make decisions, feel confident, and enjoy the beauty of creating new life.A comprehensive and judgment-free pregnancy companion, Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach.
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Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn

The Complete Guide

by Penny Simkin, PT, Janet Whalley, BSN, IBCLC, Ann Keppler, MN, Janelle Durham, MSW, LCCE, April Bolding, DPT, CD ...

Feel informed and empowered with this thoroughly updated, full-color pregnancy guide, which recognizes that “one size fits all” doesn’t apply to maternity care.Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the comprehensive guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period–decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Feel informed and empowered with this thoroughly updated, full-color pregnancy guide, which recognizes that “one size fits all” doesn’t apply to maternity care.Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the comprehensive guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period–decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities,
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Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness

by Alexandra Fuller ...

“Fuller brings Africa to life, both its natural splendor and the harsher realities of day-to-day existence, and sheds light on her parents in all their humanness—not a glaring sort of light, but the soft equatorial kind she so beautifully describes in this memoir.” —BookpageA story of survival and war, love and madness, loyalty and forgiveness, Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness is an ... Read more

$12.99 USD

“Fuller brings Africa to life, both its natural splendor and the harsher realities of day-to-day existence, and sheds light on her parents in all their humanness—not a glaring sort of light, but the soft equatorial kind she so beautifully describes in this memoir.” —BookpageA story of survival and war, love and madness, loyalty and forgiveness, Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness is an
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