This series of books has been created for new and expectant
mothers. Since becoming mothers ourselves our lives have changed
dramatically, it has been an amazing transformation and has been at
times overwhelming, exciting, challenging and rewarding - sometimes
all in the one day! We have learnt so much during this time about
the value of motherhood and the importance of the need for support
during this challenging and often isolating time. We are passionate
about helping mothers and believe that we can help children and
whole families by supporting, encouraging and empowering their
mothers. These books cover topics such as coping with post natal
depression, encouraging communication with your partner, ensuring
you have a strong support network and knowing when to ask for help
yet always in a positive and inspiring way.
Authors of 'What I wish I knew before I became a mother' Peace
Mitchell & Katy Garner
Peace and Katy are sisters who were fortunate enough to become
mothers at the same time. During their time at home with their
babies they found that motherhood was not as easy as it looks and
were inspired to help other mothers. Together with their friends
Peace and Katy established a number of local playgroups, campaigned
for improved parenting facilities, built a playground for local
families and established an award-winning non-profit organisation
called Mothers Helping Others. They are passionate about helping
families and believe that we can help young children by supporting,
encouraging and empowering mothers. Since becoming mothers their
lives have changed dramatically, it has been an amazing
transformation and has been at times overwhelming, exciting,
challenging and rewarding - sometimes all in the one day! They have
learnt so much during this time about the value of motherhood and
the importance of the need for support during this life changing
and often isolating time.
"The original idea for this series came from the realisation
that becoming a mother is not simply about giving birth and waiting
for your maternal instincts to kick in. The skills necessary for
motherhood are learnt. Times have changed and for many mothers the
first time they hold a newborn is when their own baby is born, our
society has lost many of the skills which were traditionally learnt
incidentally as part of everyday life in a large closeknit family
and our goal was to create a book with practical tips which other
mothers could relate to and hopefully make their journey a little
easier."
Author of 'Guilty Stories' and 'Overcoming Motherguilt' (the
next titles in the Love Being a Mother series) Claudette
Betterridge
Before losing the plot and endeavouring to find it again, Claudette
studied Psychology and Education, worked in Hospitality and as a
Research Assistant, taught in Primary Schools, Day Care Centres and
High School Wood Workshops and was Learning Support Officer for
several TAFE colleges. Being a Mum for even a short time has taught
her more lessons than could properly be described in any one tome
of work and it is her aim to help other Mums reunite with
themselves on their journey through motherhood and life. Claudette
is currently working on the next book in the ‘Love Being a Mother’
series.
Contact us by email: info@lovebeingamother.com.au or phone:
0448 684 379
