{"product_id":"the-gift-of-a-happy-mother-isbn-9780143131564","title":"The Gift of a Happy Mother","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eA supportive guide that gives busy moms permission to care for themselves, from a popular parenting blogger with one million Facebook followers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Would you rather have a perfect mom, or a happy one?\"\u003c\/i\u003e This is the question that popular parenting blogger Rebecca Eanes couldn't get out of her head. So she asked her school-age son, who didn't miss a beat in responding: \"A happy one.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThus began a journey of reflection and repair work, as Rebecca asked herself an even harder question: \u003ci\u003eHow can I rediscover everyday joy amid the chaos of schedules, homework, and housework--not to mention the guilt, comparisons, loneliness, fear, and overwhelm?\u003c\/i\u003e In other words, \u003ci\u003ehow can I become a happy mom again?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this relatable guide, Rebecca walks readers through the process of getting back to happy, for your own sake as well as your family's. Going beyond the usual advice about finding balance, embracing gratitude, and not sweating the small stuff, her hard-won advice is written by a busy mom in the trenches. Topics include:\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Letting go of perfection (or anything close to it)\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Making peace with the past--including the pain of disappointment, loss, and the roads not taken\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Tuning in to your own wants and needs--and tuning out the comparisons, \"shoulds,\" and noise of social media\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Finding magic in the mess\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Choosing joy over fear and worry\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e  Creating healthy boundaries so that everyone in your life can thrive (including you!)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFilled with fresh insights, simple strategies, and aha moments, this is that rare book you'll want to read, share, and return to for a booster shot of confidence, connection, and joy.\"Inspiring, heartfelt, practical, and a delightful read! Rebecca’s gift to the reader is like a compassionate embrace of a wise friend who's\u003ci\u003e been\u003c\/i\u003e there. She understands the journey, tells you the truth, helps you find clarity, eases your mind, and always sticks up for you.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e --Janet Lansbury, author of \u003ci\u003eNo Bad Kids\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eElevating Child Care\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eToday’s moms are flooded with social media posts that perpetuate the false idea that they alone struggle with self-doubt, guilt, anxiety, and loneliness. Filled with gentle wisdom, honest revelations, and actionable steps, \u003ci\u003eThe Gift of a Happy Mother\u003c\/i\u003e reminds us that the greatest gift we can give our children is our own contentment. Inspiring, comforting, and wise. A wonderful read!\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--Susan Stiffelman, author of \u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003eParenting Without Power Struggles\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eParenting With Presence \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Finally, someone has tackled the stumbling blocks of motherhood—the fear, worry, guilt, sadness, stress and your own inner critic. \u003ci\u003eThe Gift of a Happy Mother\u003c\/i\u003e is sterling inspiration.... A happy mother is a gift to her child. Make this book a gift to both of you.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e--Susan Newman, Ph.D.,, social psychologist and author of \u003ci\u003eLittle Things Long Remembered: Making Your Children Feel Special Every Day\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Gift of a Happy Mother, \u003c\/i\u003eis the book we all need. One that lovingly reminds us that we must care for ourselves right alongside our children. This comprehensive look at today's \"joy stealers,\" along with easy to implement strategies to get it back, will help you feel like yourself again.\"  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Sarah MacLaughlin, LSW, author of \u003ci\u003eWhat Not to Say: Tools for Talking with Young Children\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Rebecca Eanes shares her wisdom and experience, emphasizing why it’s important for mothers to cultivate and embrace happiness and fulfillment. She offers self-affirming, practical strategies to help moms build their 'joy armor,' triumphantly navigate the reality, chaos, and challenges of parenthood—and, in turn, empower children to thrive.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e--Joanne Foster, Ed.D., educator and award-winning author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebecca Eanes\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Positive-Parents.org, creator of Positive Parenting: Toddlers and Beyond, and a contributing editor to \u003ci\u003eCreative Child\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. She is the author of \u003ci\u003ePositive Parenting: An Essential Guide\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Positive Parenting Workbook.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Tarcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302448189669,"sku":"NP9780143131564","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780143131564.jpg?v=1767739511","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-gift-of-a-happy-mother-isbn-9780143131564","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}