Being a mom isn't always easy. Spending time in God's Word with devotions for moms reminds you that you're not alone. Sometimes, between soccer practice or ballet class or trying to keep a healthy work/life balance, a minute is all moms have during the day. When looking after your kids becomes overwhelming, this book will remind you that God is with you every step of the way. Take some time for yourself with these 39 devotions by Melissa M. Berg,...

Who was Mary, the mother of God? As the mother of Jesus, Mary faced her fair share of challenges and heartache. Even today, we can learn a lot from her struggles and successes! In The Mom God Chose, you'll discover timeless truths for raising your children in God's grace. You'll also be reminded that motherhood is a blessing from your heavenly Father. In addition to 24 thought-provoking and inspiring devotions, this book also includes interviews...

"This book explores the practice of commercial surrogacy in Russia and Ukraine and unpacks the inner workings of this practice that is marked by secrecy, distrust, and (anonymous) business relationships. It illustrates how 'truths' accelerate market expansion into the intimate spheres of life that play out on women's bodies as mothers and workers"--

"What does motherhood mean today? Drawing on interviews with new mothers and intergenerational chains of women in the same family, this exciting and timely book documents the transition to motherhood over generations and time. Exploring, amongst other things, the trend to later motherhood and the experience of teenage pregnancy, a compelling picture emerges. Becoming a mother is not only a profound moment of identity change but also a site of socio-economic...