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Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy
Written by Jennifer Pepito and Sally Clarkson
Narrated by Lisa Larsen
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About this audiobook
Becoming a better, happier mom starts with the stories you tell your kids
As a mom, you want to nurture a strong family, but fear steals your joy. Sometimes you wonder if you're failing your children or whether you're cut out for this.
Beloved writer and mom of seven Jennifer Pepito understands. She was intent on loving her children well, but fear and worry pushed her around. Ultimately, she found her joy in a most surprising place: the pages of classic literature she was reading aloud to her children every day. These stories helped her reclaim the wonder of childhood for herself and her children.
In Mothering by the Book, Jennifer takes you on a fascinating, whimsical journey that will bring freedom and fun to your parenting-one great book at a time.
As a mom, you want to nurture a strong family, but fear steals your joy. Sometimes you wonder if you're failing your children or whether you're cut out for this.
Beloved writer and mom of seven Jennifer Pepito understands. She was intent on loving her children well, but fear and worry pushed her around. Ultimately, she found her joy in a most surprising place: the pages of classic literature she was reading aloud to her children every day. These stories helped her reclaim the wonder of childhood for herself and her children.
In Mothering by the Book, Jennifer takes you on a fascinating, whimsical journey that will bring freedom and fun to your parenting-one great book at a time.
Author
Jennifer Pepito
Jennifer Pepito is the host of the Restoration Home podcast, author of Mothering by the Book, and founder of ThePeacefulPress.com. Jennifer is on a mission to help moms overcome fear and live with wonder and purpose. Her resources help create joyful memories among families, which lead to deeper connections and lasting relationships. Jennifer lives with her beloved family in the mountains, where she enjoys reading aloud, working in her garden, and watching the sunset.
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Reviews for Mothering by the Book
Rating: 4.615384615384615 out of 5 stars
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Beautifully written and helpful in so many ways! Will be purchasing a hard copy to share!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Life-changing, amazing book. Every mom must read! This is definitely a read and re-read for moms. My heart is deeply grateful for Jennifer Pepito’s honesty, transparency, incredible depth, authenticity, and the treasure trove of wisdom she is and what she brings. Beautiful book for soul care for mama and walking in true freedom, so our children can walk in freedom too❤️