Book description
An August 2023 Washington Post article reported that "one in five new mothers in the U.S. suffers from mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and up to a year after giving birth--about 800,000 mothers yearly." Yet studies show that a large majority of women who suffer from maternal mental health disorders aren't able to get help. Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts is the help mothers need. 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! For too many mothers, these thoughts remain secret, hidden in a place of shame that can quickly grow into anxiety, postpartum depression, and even self-harm. But here's the good news: you CAN feel better! Author Karen Kleiman--coauthor of the seminal 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 Moms Have Scary Thoughts is 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.
About the Author
Karen Kleiman is a well-known international maternal mental-health expert with over thirty-five years of experience as a psychotherapist, teacher, and writer. As an advocate and author of several groundbreaking books on postpartum depression and anxiety, her pioneering work has influenced personal and professional populations within the perinatal mental health community for decades. In 1988, Karen founded The Postpartum Stress Center, a treatment and training facility for prenatal and postpartum depression/anxiety disorders where she treats individuals and couples. Molly McIntyre is an artist, illustrator, and animator living in Brooklyn, New York, with her family. Her work has been featured in the upcoming Netflix series Worn Stories, the book Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts (Karen Kleiman, Familius), Bitch magazine, Everyday Feminism, Scary Mommy, and Psychology Today, and shown in exhibitions throughout the US and in Japan.
Tall Honey
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WanderWord
Seamless integration of audiobooks β this app's ease of use is impressive. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Mindless Bobcat
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections.
MuseMaster
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Baked ZD
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Yellow Menace
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PepperBurst
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content.
Shivers
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
EchoExplorer
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New York Winder
Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
FireBerry
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Murmur
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Winded On Friday
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Midnight Bat
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Old Man Winter
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Serendipity
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SprkR
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Clang Glyph
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Criss Cross
ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Midas
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience