Author and blogger Meredith Ethington shares her experiences, heart, and wisdom for mothers everywhere in her newest book, The Mother Load: Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever Loving Mind.
“The pressure on moms today is unrelenting,” says Ethington. “We deal with keeping up with other mothers online; we deal with unwanted comments on how motherhood today ‘should’ be. We face an overwhelming mental load to keep up with all the demands required of a woman to work, be a mom, and ‘have it all.’ And some of us—probably most of us—also struggle with mental illness. I believe that’s why there are so many forums, online groups, TikToks, and Instagram accounts out there trying to bring women together in this unique experience of motherhood. We want to be seen. Yet at the same time, few people in our worlds know the real us. The intense need by every human to be seen and understood is what connects us to each other. Women raising babies need this..“
I had a chance to review a copy of the book. It's fresh, honest, and easy to read, with short little chapters. It covers the good, the bad, and everything in between. With an anecdotal, friendly style, the book tackles tough subjects as well, including mental health and trying to measure up to others. By deconstructing myths and misconceptions, or sharing experiences of a mother who's been through her own share of chaos, the book is relatable and can provide peace of mind to readers that you aren't alone. Emphasizing self-care, balance, and grace, it's a comforting and entertaining book to read.
ABOUT MEREDITH ETHINGTON
MEREDITH ETHINGTON is a mother, author, and founder of the Perfection Pending blog, which presents mothers with encouragement, humor, and heart. Her debut book, Mom Life: Perfection Pending was published through Absolute Love Publishing and debuted online as the #1 choice in the motherhood category. She is the co-owner and editor at FilterFreeParents.com, and in 2017, Meredith was honored as the Blogher Voices of The Year Award Winner for her piece on mental health, “Why I Take The Pill.”
Meredith resides in Salt Lake City, Utah, and you can find her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, where she encourages mothers to laugh at themselves and admit that while parenting is the best thing ever, it’s also the hardest job on earth.
Connect with Meredith Ethington at:
Website:perfectionpending.net
Facebook: @PerfectionPending
Twitter: @PerfectPending
Pinterest: @PerfectPending
Instagram: @perfectpending
TikTok: @perfectpending
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