MotherWho?

Personal stories and insight on juggling family, work and life

Motherhood doesn't come with an instruction manual that guides women through the maze of emotions, challenges and choices. Quite simply, there is no 'right way' to be a mum.

Every mother can relate to the range of emotions motherhood evokes - laughter, joy, fear, frustration - and the blistering speed with which they can change. On a good day motherhood can be euphoric, on another, totally draining.

And then you add work to the mix, so that a pressure arises to aciheve "work and family balance", to use the latest catchphrase. All mothers make slightly different choices and have different experiences, but balance appears universally elusive.

The amazing mums who generously agreed to share their stories and experiences in Mother Who? come from quite different backgrounds. They reveal a blend of perspectives and real experiences that should resonate with all mums-to-be.

From the entertainer to the sheep farmer, the elite athlete to the politician, the foster mother to the radio presenter, their thought-provoking and honest stories will provide encouragement to all mothers.

Their compelling stories are complemented with practical information on issues like support networks, childcare, working with employers, emotional and social pressures, starting a business, health and relationships.

Motherhood is an amazing journey. It can be rewarding, exhilarating, frustrating and stressful, often all in the same day.

Big Sky Publishing
Author: Diane Evans and Sharon Evans
ISBN: 9780980325102
RRP: $29.95