It Takes a Village - And Other Essential Truths for New Mothers

This is the book for every new and expecting mother who is trying to navigate motherhood without the village they thought would be there. It brings together insights from hundreds of Peanut users around the world on what they wish they had known about motherhood before they become a mum. Written by mothers for mothers, plus expert advice from Peanut Pros, this book offers answers to the unspoken questions on every new mum''s lips:

Does anyone ever feel ready for motherhood?
Why do I feel so shit?
When am I supposed to take a shower?
Do I hate my in-laws?
Will this baby ever sleep?
Is this who I am now?

Rich with the tenderness of real women''s stories, this is a warm, truthful and vital resource for all mums to turn to in times of need. Although the village may not look the way it used to, the stories in this book will show you how to build your own - one that will empower you to be the mother, and the woman, you want to be.<>

Product details

• Authors: Peanut
• Publisher: Penguin Life
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 11.09.2025
• EAN: 9780241709986
• ISBN: 978-0-241-70998-6
• No. of pages: 256
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 234 mm x 20 mm
• Subjects: FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Babysitting, Day Care & Child Care, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Life Stages / General, HEALTH & FITNESS / Women's Health, Pregnancy, birth & baby care, Pregnancy, birth and baby care: advice and issues, Relationships and families: advice and issues, Child care and upbringing: advice for parents, Coping with / advice about anxiety and phobias