The Pond Beyond the Forest
Reflections on Childhood Trauma and Motherhood

An unflinching debut memoir about the lasting effects of childhood emotional neglect and the transformative journey of motherhood. With honesty and vulnerability, Shigeko Ito confronts the hidden wounds of her early life and traces a hard-won path toward self-acceptance, healing, and belonging. Quietly powerful, this story of resilience offers hope for anyone seeking to reclaim their life and sense of self.