Heads Up, momva

Lori Arnold is from a small Indiana town where her parents taught her the value of hard work the importance of helping others and the love of Jesus Christ She attended Purdue University where she competed as a 4 year division 1 varsity soccer player After earning her MBA Lori began her career as a researcher and capability builder at Procter Gamble She then followed her passion to the National Personal Training Institute where she gained certifications in the areas of nutrition and personal training This was truly divine intervention as Lori used this background to become a ketogenic diet guru and macronutrient wizard after her daughter was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder Lori readily admits her education and experience d Lori Arnold is from a small Indiana town where her parents taught her the value of hard work the importance of helping others and the love of Jesus Christ She attended Purdue University where she competed as a 4 year division 1 varsity soccer player After earning her MBA Lori began her career as a researcher and capability builder at Procter Gamble She then followed her passion to the National Personal Training Institute where she gained certifications in the areas of nutrition and personal training This was truly divine intervention as Lori used this background to become a ketogenic diet guru and macronutrient wizard after her daughter was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder Lori readily admits her education and experience did not prepare her for the role of mom In response she read dozens of parenting books over analyzed each challenge she faced and ultimately wrote Heads Up Mom to fill the gap in candid encouraging front line information readily available for new moms You can find out about Lori on her website lori arnold. Heads Up, momva com where she seeks to help moms win the long game site_link When mom thrives kids thrive Get the unfiltered truth on real mom life with baby toddler ditch the mom guilt and excel in the wonderfully complicated territory of early motherhood It s all solid advice Sleep while the baby is sleeping The dishes can wait They grow up so fast This too shall pass These clich s hint at a universal Being a first time mom is hard You don t need to be told it s just a season You need a clear view of early motherhood and tools to help With an unparalleled blend of encouragement and candor author Lori Arnold holds nothing back in providing just that This tell all prepares you not to take care of baby but for the new life stage baby brings Beautifully weaving personal experience with expert advice Lori prepares you Cope with unexpected emotional mash ups Manage the transition from Mr Mrs to Mommy Daddy Make career decisions with confidence Navigate toddler traffic jams Internalize what it really means to add mom to your resume Plus two entire chapters filled with tangible tips and strategies And a bonus comprehensive division of labor checklist The countless blessings motherhood brings should not be overshadowed by the substantial changes that accompany the shift to life with a little one Get ahead of the changes and challenges that are inseparable with welcoming a baby and teaching them through toddlerhood and never forget Jesus is walking with you through the soul building growth and messy awesomeness intertwined with it all Slash the struggle start thriving and pick up your copy by clicking BUY NOW What first time moms are Yes yes YES I ve bumbled through the early years wondering WHY didn t anyone warn me about xyz This chapter is a gift to future readers The tangible real life examples I could relate to nearly everything On Moms Can Do Hard Things Stephanie We had our sweet girl last month It has been a whirlwind for sure and I m so glad I was prepared from this book Mandy I found myself nodding time and time again at how similar and difficult it was to learn many of the lessons in the book as a new mom and time and time again as kids grow and change It helps the reader take heart knowing they are not alone in the journey Kelli As women we don t hear enough about the challenges motherhood brings Nobody really shares about their motherhood journey so candidly and honestly I especially liked how the ups and downs where addressed in such a positive solution driven mentality It made the whole motherhood topic a lot approachable and less intimidating One thing that stuck with me is to address expectations across the board with your partner from small chores all the way to the harder conversations like disciplining a child Eva This was sooo well articulated and sooo useful On the transition from Mr and Mrs to Mommy and Daddy Monica This will be a really helpful invaluable even guide for any new mother that makes the good decision to read it Melanie Heads Up Mom The Early Years With Baby and Toddler Are a Whole Lot Sweeter When You Know the TruthThis is a great book for moms While I didn t finish it no fault of the author I still wanted to share that it was extremely eye opening and a relief to read When you become a mom there are so many things that you don t know This book is a must read for new moms and moms that just need a reminder that they are doing a great job Heads Up Mom The Early Years With Baby and Toddler Are a Whole Lot Sweeter When You Know the Truth This book is full of information to help a new mom understand what mom life is really like But than that it s full of practical tips that actually help with some of the early motherhood challenges The author does a fantastic job of being 100% real As a person that works with mothers of young children it provided so many encouraging ideas that I can t wait to share Heads Up Mom The Early Years With Baby and Toddler Are a Whole Lot Sweeter When You Know the Truth This is a short and sweet read full of practical advice and encouragement for moms I already have a toddler but the book has a lot of good reminders and strategies for parents about to welcome a second child as well At first I wasn t sure if this book would have anything new to say that I haven t already heard or read but I was really impressed by how specific it was While the book doesn t offer prescriptive advice on things like sleep training or potty training it does a great job of preparing parents for difficulties they might encounter in childrearing and things to think through and talk through ahead of time Though the book has some religious comments pretty much all of the information is applicable even to non Christian parents I highly recommend it. Heads Up, momoland I read a free digital review copy through NetGalley thank you to NetGalley and the publisher Heads Up Mom The Early Years With Baby and Toddler Are a Whole Lot Sweeter When You Know the Truth Absolute MUST READ This book is seriously NO fluff and a must grab whether it s for you or a mama you know I m so thankful this came across my path as a mama to be baby will be here in less than 60 days and that I ll get to have it from now through the toddler ages of this baby on the way and however many future kids we have Seriously so practical Don t miss this gem Heads Up Mom The Early Years With Baby and Toddler Are a Whole Lot Sweeter When You Know the Truth