I am a mother of a “college age” son and daughter. I am well beyond the child bearing years. You might wonder why I’m reading and
reviewing The Christian Mama’s Guide to
Baby’s First Year by Erin MacPherson.
Well, I know a lot of expecting mothers, and have been invited to many
baby showers this year. I've been
looking for a book to include as a gift that is practical, encouraging, humorous,
and Christ based. I am so happy to say
that I've finally found all that in this book; a perfect gift for a “mama-to-be”!
As I read this book, I was so excited to learn that this guide
is written in the spirit that believes a child is a gift from God. We are not meant to raise a child all on our
own. It is so helpful to partner with someone
who has walked a similar path. This guide
is that companion. It touches on
subjects such as breast feeding (including breast feeding FAQs), diaper choices
(and wow, there are a lot of choices now), and finding some “me” time (when you
feel overwhelmed and utterly exhausted). Oh how I wish I had this book 23 years
ago!
I really like the eye catching cover of this book. My only
negative feedback is that I wish the cover was a bit sturdier. If a new mom continues to reference this book
during their child’s first year of life … it may not hold up quite as well.
I received this book
free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers
program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have
expressed are my own.
