Reparenting Myself: A memoir to my daughters on growing up, getting it wrong, and giving my best by Anony Mom MD
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
Reparenting Myself is a memoir and a series of journal letters to the author’s two young daughters. These are the author’s thoughts on growing up, getting it wrong, and giving her best parenting advice to her family.
As a mother myself, I could relate to some of the worries, issues and events in this book. However, much of the writing is very personal to the author and her family, so not all the chapters were of general interest. I liked how she wants to do her very best by her family and give them every opportunity to grow-up with confidence, and to be kind, thoughtful humans; I’m sure that this resonates with many parents.
It should be noted that the author lives in America, so some points are not quite the same for parents in other parts of the world, but it is easy to get the general idea if medical and financial matters differ.
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Book description:
A heartfelt and funny collection of journals illuminating the joy, uncertainty, and complexity of modern motherhood. Journey with Anony Mom through her social awkwardness, failed romances, and cycle breaking, as she attempts to embrace her imperfections and murder her inner people-pleaser who just won’t die.
Through both cautionary tales and unexpected inspirations, the author dissects her perceived shortcomings, the challenge of nurturing good humans, the importance of authenticity and self love, and the healing nature of parenting. Most of all, this book is a love letter to her daughters, an apology for any parenting flaws, and a declaration of hope for their futures.
A good read for any mom or daughter who struggles, apologizes, over-thinks, and keeps trying despite her imperfections; for any wounded inner child still wishing for the loving guidance and genuine apologies that they deserve; and for any soul still finding their footing who might feel alone.
Rosie Amber 