Prayers for New and Expecting Moms

by Michele Howe (LaSalle, Michigan )

• ISBN13: 9780787967727
• ISBN10: 0787967726
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-12-01
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Summary

Spend a few quiet moments with these uplifting and heartfelt true stories of women who have discovered the joys, unpredictability, and humor of new motherhood. The book's prayers will give you the strength and comfort you need to face the daunting challenges and extraordinary rewards of motherhood. "In this wonderful book, Michele wraps hope-filled words around the wild variety of thoughts and feelings women experience before giving birth. Her inspirational stories will stimulate your mind and bring peace to your heart as you await the arrival of your precious gift from God." - Pam Vredevelt, best-selling author of the Espresso for a Woman's Spirit series, the Letting Go series, and Empty Arms: Emotional Support for Those Who Have Suffered a Miscarriage, Stillbirth, or Tubal Pregnancy

Author Biography

<b>Michele Howe</b> is a book reviewer for <i>Publishers Weekly, CBA Marketplace,</i> and <i>CCM Magazine</i>. Michele has published over 700 articles and reviews and is the author of <i>Going It Alone: Meeting the Challenges of Being a Single Mom, Pilgrim Prayers for Single Mothers, Successful Single Moms</i>, as well as <i>Prayers to Nourish a Woman's Heart and Prayers for Homeschool Mom,</i> and <i>Prayers of Comfort and Strength</i> (from Jossey-Bass.) She is the mother of four children and has been homeschooling for thirteen years.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements.

Part One: Life Transitions.

1. He or She?

2. Ball Baby.

3. Weighty Matters.

4. Just Concerns.

5. Options, Please.

6. Late Notice.

7. Difficult Reminders.

8. Body by Design.

9. Sanctuary.

10. Double Duty.

11. Stay-at-Home Mom.

Part Two: The Littlest Big Adjustments.

12. New Moves.

13. Desperation Detour.

14. Body Wars.

15. The Most Precious Commodity.

16. Decisions, Decisions.

17. Deep Breath, Please.

18. Separate Ways.

19. Costly Investment.

20. By Grace I Stand.

21. Picture Perfect.

Part Three: Different Dreams.

22. A Real Mess.

23. The Opposite Sex.

24. Minor Inconvenience.

25. Detour Ahead.

26. Two Views.

27. The Perfect Child.

28. Clockwatcher.

29. A New Tradition.

30. Wise Ways.

Part Four: Nurturing a Joyous Spirit.

31. Swing Shift.

32. Instructive Introspection 104

33. The Tough Good News 107

34. Rest Stop 110

35. In Sync 113

36. Operation Baby 116

37. Vital Information 119

38. Remembering You 122

39. Another Bug 125

40. Rod of Correction 128

Part Five: Living Outside the Box and Loving It!

41. Double Take.

42. Showers of Blessing.

43. Little Differences.

44. Super Mom.

45. Imitate Whom?

46. Setting Sail.

47. Under Debate.

48. Shoptalk.

49. Anniversary.

50. Sequencing.

51. Baby Lovers Wanted.

52. First Petition.

Sources.

The author.