It Gets Easier! . . . And Other Lies ..., Claudine Wolk
It Gets Easier! . . . And Other Lies ..., Claudine Wolk
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It Gets Easier! . . . And Other Lies We Tell New Mothers
A Fun, Practical Guide to Becoming a Mom

Author: Claudine Wolk

Narrator: Claudine Wolk, Frances Quiles

Unabridged: 4 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: AMACOM

Published: 11/22/2022

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

"An absorbing, contemporary, and resourceful guide to childbirth and motherhood. This audiobook is a must-have guide for new mothers." - Readers FavoriteFeaturing interviews with hundreds of moms and candid stories from author Claudine Wolk’s own experiences as a mother, It Gets Easier! . . . and Other Lies We Tell New Mothers employs a healthy mix of humor, honesty, and insider strategies to give new and expecting moms a “leg up” on the challenging task of first-time motherhood.This fun, frank, and prescriptive guide strives to make motherhood easier by addressing issues such as:“The Talk” you need to have with your husband before you give birth,What you really need to know about labor and delivery,The importance of a baby schedule (no matter what anyone else says),The 6 Baby Commandments that can foster good eating and sleeping habits,The five new mom mantras that will help keep you sane,Body image after giving birth,And how to keep housework to a minimum. This funny, irreverent book will help ease every new mothers’ frustrations by reminding them that they are not alone and providing tangible, easy-to-follow tips for parenting success.Resources for further exploration and a glossary are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Shannon on February 26, 2011

I liked this one. It did seem practical, it wasn't politically correct, and most of the advice seemed to match up with what I've seen in my child care experience. The only part I didn't like was the section about self-actualization. I believe we can only really be fulfilled with Jesus at the center......more

Goodreads review by Lacey on September 08, 2014

I found this to be very useful while going through my first pregnancy. She provides great advice for situations that I would never have known to ask about. And I really valued her sleep routine...it ended up working great for our son! It is a very quick and easy read and not too overwhelming. And be......more

Goodreads review by meg on February 10, 2020

This was wonderfully honest, even if that honesty isn’t what people want to hear. It was definitely geared to brand new/expectant mothers. It was nice that she was retelling from personal experience, not just so-and-so but names have been changed to protect blah blah. It wasn’t overly negative just......more

Goodreads review by Claudine on July 18, 2012

So...I wrote this book. Of course I love it! Hope you do too. Come visit me at [URL not allowed] and share your thoughts, too!......more