Loving the Little Years: Motherhood in the Trenches

Written by Rachel Jankovic

Narrated by Gentry Rench

I didn't write this book because mothering little ones is easy for me. I wrote it because it isn't. I know that this is a hard job, because I am right here in the middle of it. I know you need encouragement because I do too. This is not a tender reminiscence from someone who had children so long ago that she only remembers the sweet parts. At the time of writing this, I have three children in diapers, and I can recognize the sound of hundreds of toothpicks being dumped out in the hall.

This is a small collection of thoughts on mothering young children for when you are motivated, for when you are discouraged, for the times when discipline seems fruitless, and for when you are just plain old tired. The opportunities for growth abound here but you have to be willing. You have to open your heart to the tumble. As you deal with your children, deal with yourself always and first. This is what it looks like, and feels like, to walk as a mother with God.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Canon Press
• Release date: Oct 13, 2016
• ISBN: 9781987136548

Reviews for Loving the Little Years

[Mike Harrelson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very practical and encouraging to love the work that must be done. A refreshing and joy filled pick-me-up!

[Jessica Turner · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great, easy to digest, book and so helpful! Like an older sister, Rachel comes alongside with suggestions and encouragement for raising little ones, teaching obedience alongside the Gospel, while making things enjoyable for mom and kids. Some tough love reminders, but listeners will leave with a strong feeling of “I can thrive through this good work that God has given me called motherhood.” I plan to buy a physical copy now that I can highlight and refer back to easily; highly recommend!

[Andrea · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such a great book! Quick and practical! Easy listen. Definitely full of good ideas.

[bertina · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Convicting, challenging and encouraging this momma of little ones in the trenches

[Lebo Chindongo · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Encouraging book, short chapters, truth filled, laughter guaranteed and very relatable

[Tiffany Kamau · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved listening to this brief yet very profound audio book. I will certainly listen to more of Rachel’s writings.

[Mary Gatungu · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A wonderfully practical book l! I could hear myself being described in some of the chapters, and I loved the reminder to enjoy our children as the precious gifts they are!

[lucy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Funny, honest, convicting and encouraging. Highly recommend it! Very good!

[Alexis Houston · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Just finished it… starting it over ?♥️??♥️?? so freaking good.

[Danielle Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is the second time I’ve read this book and I look forward to rereading it again and again! There’s so much practical wisdom, encouragement, and conviction that helps me be a better mom and Christ follower. I cannot recommend this book enough!