The Mother Load, Meredith Ethington
The Mother Load, Meredith Ethington
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The Mother Load
Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind

Author: Meredith Ethington

Narrator: Meredith Ethington

Unabridged: 4 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Dexterity

Published: 04/30/2023


Synopsis

Beloved author and blogger Meredith Ethington shares her experiences, heart, and wisdomfor mothers everywhere in her newest book, The Mother Load.
Taking an honest look at her own journey as a mother, Ethington presents pieces of advice for eachmoment of motherhood—the good, the bad, the ugly, and every part of the in-between. Filled withraw, honest anecdotes, Ethington’s portrayal of motherhood is fully transparent—at timeshumorous, at times painful—never shying away from the tougher subjects of motherhood that mayoften get pushed under the rug. While motherhood may often feel like an uphill battle, Ethington ishere to guide mothers inward, where they are encouraged to reflect upon their own journeys asmothers. Ethington’s book provides readers with insights on topics such as:
● Nurturing yourself and caring for your mental health● Letting go of the idea of a “road-map” for motherhood● Practicing gratitude● Releasing expectations● Prioritizing authenticity over perfection
Ethington draws from her own experience to present the lessons she has learned along the way,including the importance of self-care, balance, and grace amidst the busy day-to-day routine ofmany mothers. With Ethington’s poignant, vulnerable perspective on motherhood, motherseverywhere will be encouraged that the load they carry is one they never have to carry alone.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ritu on March 25, 2023

I enjoyed The M-Word, so getting to read The Motherload was great! It hit so many personal notes on so many levels. Lucy is back with her family of fellow musician husband, Ed, and two boys. She's struggling to build her cellist career again after motherhood, and Ed is trying his hardest to keep thing......more

Goodreads review by Tasha on April 17, 2023

As soon as I saw The Mother Load on Netgalley I had to request it! I was sent M is For Mummy last year and I absolutely loved it! It was a funny and relatable look at motherhood whilst also looking at the challenges being the parent of an autistic child can bring. The Mother Load picks up where the......more

Goodreads review by Charlotte on August 11, 2023

A really funny, easy reading story about Lucy, Ed and their boys. This is a story about a working mum living in London with her 5 year old son with autism, her baby son and her husband that has possible/likely undiagnosed autism. Lucy is struggling to keep her head above water being everything to ev......more

Goodreads review by Courtney on September 24, 2024

Katy Cox has nailed this on the head!! I grew up with my younger brothers who were diagnosed with autism and honestly watching my parents go through the changes and the upset of having two children who are autistic this book hits the nail on the head! I highly recommend this book to anyone who has be......more

Goodreads review by Rachel on May 19, 2023

Please tell me this isn't the last we will see of Lucy, Stanley, Jack and Ed. I absolutely adore this family, I loved them in the author's first book, and they have grown on me even more with The Motherload. Stanley is just adorable and so so intelligent, and I just want to give him a hug, but fear......more