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Over 90 percent of new mothers will have scary, intrusive thoughts about their baby and themselves.
What if I drop him? What if I snap and hurt my baby? Mothering is so hard. I don’t know if I really want to do this anymore. Gosh, I’m so terrible for thinking that! Yet for too many mothers, those thoughts remain secret, hidden away in shame that make you feel even worse. But here’s the good news: you CAN feel better!
Author Karen Kleiman, coauthor of the pioneering book This Isn’t What I Expected and founder of the acclaimed Postpartum Stress Center, comes to the aid of new mothers everywhere with a groundbreaking new source of hope, compassion, and expert help.
Good Mothers Have Scary Thoughtsis packed with world-class guidance, simple exercises, and nearly 50 stigma-busting cartoons from the viral #speakthesecret campaign that help new moms validate their feelings, share their fears, and start feeling better.
Lighthearted yet serious, warm yet not sugary, and perfectly portioned for busy moms with full plates, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts is the go-to resource for moms, partners, and families everywhere who need help with this difficult period.
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Discover the #1 bestselling series by Karen Kleiman. Honest, illustrated resources for postpartum healing, trusted by millions.
You Are Not Your Thoughts
Our #1 bestseller validates the scary thoughts moms face. Turn your “taboo” anxieties into a path toward healing, hope, and relief.
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Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: End the silence of postpartum anxiety.What About Us?: Heal your marriage after baby.Unchecked: Break the cycle of postpartum OCD.Desenfreno: OCD help now in Spanish!
“A reassuring companion in a challenging time.” —Publishers Weekly
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Why use comics for mental health?
Because when you’re overwhelmed, you can’t read a textbook. These comics provide instant clinical insight and relief in seconds.
Who is Karen Kleiman?
A world-renowned expert and founder of The Postpartum Stress Center, she has dedicated 30+ years to maternal mental health.
Is there a Spanish edition?
Yes! “Desenfreno” offers the life-changing insights of “Unchecked” specifically for our Spanish-speaking community.
Publisher : Familius
Publication date : March 1, 2019
Language : English
Print length : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 1641701307
ISBN-13 : 978-1641701303
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 7.35 x 0.75 x 7.3 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #7,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #3 in Postpartum Depression #17 in Depression (Books) #35 in General Women’s Health
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