The First 12 Months of Motherhood Book

The First 12 Months of Motherhood is a poignant and humorous look at the first year of trial and error as Susan Hassebrock shares her experiences on how to take care of the new arrival, as well yourself. Guiding you through the joys and conflicts of motherhood from month to month, Hassebrock helps the new mother deal with emotional obstacles: the pangs of guilt when leaving the baby with a sitter for the first time, even when you know it's important to have some time for yourself, to the traumatic move into baby's own room. Relationships with husband, mother, mother-in-law, friends with kids, and friends without kids will all change as a mother adjusts to her new role. This book will help you face your child's growing independence while, at the same time, evaluating how your own needs and goals will change as you become more comfortable in your life as a mother.

"...explores in detail all of mom's 'first,' starting with baby's first cold and subsequent first pediatrician visit...helps a new mother deal with emotional obstacles, and incorporates opinions of expert doctors."