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Deliberate Motherhood presents inspiring ideas, poignant stories, and practical applications to help mothers find great success and personal growth in the beautiful and challenging work of raising the next generation.
List of contents
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. iii
FOREWORD.. v
INTRODUCTION.. ix
PART ONE: Peace
CHAPTER ONE: Bend With It
by Allyson Reynolds
(January - The Power of Acceptance)
CHAPTER TWO: Put Your Heart On
by Saydi Shumway
(February - The Power of Love)
CHAPTER THREE: A Deep Breath
by Catherine Arveseth
(March - The Power of Patience)
PART TWO: Purpose
CHAPTER FOUR: Celebrate Your Uniqueness.
by Chantelle Adams
(April - The Power of Individuality)
CHAPTER FIVE: Awake, Alive, and Present
by Chrysula Winegar
(May - The Power of Intention)
CHAPTER SIX: Growth Happens Naturally.
by Shawna Woodworth
(June - The Power of Progress)
PART THREE: Order
CHAPTER SEVEN: Balancing the Balancing Act
by Jennifer Cummings
(July - The Power of Balance)
CHAPTER EIGHT: Have a Deeper Yes.
by Sarah Turner
(August - The Power of Priorities)
CHAPTER NINE: Begin with the End in Mind.
by Saren Eyre Loosli
(September - The Power of Organization)
PART FOUR: Joy
CHAPTER TEN: Putting Extra in the Ordinary.
by Tiffany Sowby
(October - The Power of Fun)
CHAPTER ELEVEN: Someday I’ll Shower before Noon.
by April Perry
(November - The Power of Optimism)
CHAPTER TWELVE: Motherhood is Worth It
by Shawni Pothier
(December - The Power of Moments)
About the author
Power of Moms (www.powerofmoms.com) has become an online gathering place for more than one million moms since 2007. With regular podcasts, articles, videos, programs, and in-person retreats worldwide, they have created a haven for mothers who share in the same triumphs and struggles and are dedicated to doing their very best.
Summary
Deliberate Motherhood presents inspiring ideas, poignant stories, and practical applications to help mothers find great success and personal growth in the beautiful and challenging work of raising the next generation.
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"The mark of a great book is that it makes you think . . . and it helps you change . . . which in the case of this book, is an absolute guarantee!"
- Linda Eyre, New York Times bestselling author
"This book was written by 12 different moms and is just a great book of insights and thoughts. I was so glad to get this in print so no giveaway for this one cause I’m keeping my copy!!! Yup it was that good. Make sure you have a highlighter close cause you will be using it ALOT!"
—Crossroad Reviews
"I am glad I was able to read and review this book, and gain more power as a mom by reading it. It is a book I will be purchasing for other moms as gifts, so that they can also receive that confidence and power gained by reading it!"
—Michelle Pat, Enjoy Utah
"This is a book worth purchasing. I believe it's one every mother should treat herself to so she can refer to it regularly. When I having a rough mommy day I will often pick up this book to help me gain some perspective because often that's all I need to change my own behavior and attitude around."
—Cheryl, Cher-ing My Thoughts blog
"I love the collaborative community voice that emerges here, affirming that our backgrounds and beliefs may be different, but our love for these kids in our lives is fierce. . . . Deliberate Motherhood inspired me to sit down and think about the powers that guide my parenting—the attitudes or practices that I want to cultivate and pass on to my kids."
—Laura, Mothering Spirit blog
