Overview

An Embrace Woven from Truth, Compassion, and Love Step into the world of motherhood with Swaddled, a heartfelt collection of twelve poignant real-life stories that illuminate the journey of becoming and being a mother. From the weight of perfectionism and the sting of comparison to the heartbreak of infertility, the joy of adoption, and the trials of balancing work, family and self - this book invites you to explore the challenges and triumphs that shape motherhood. Through moments of strength, solace, and self-discovery, these stories offer a compassionate reflection on the realities mothers face, inspiring confidence and connection along the way. Whether you're a hopeful mother dreaming of what's to come, a new mother navigating uncharted waters, or a seasoned mother looking back, Swaddled will remind you: you are not alone, you are the perfect mother to your baby, and your life will come back to you. Find yourself in the stories. Feel the embrace. Celebrate the sacredness of motherhood.

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Reviews

""Swaddled, an empathetic manual with tangible guidance and empathy from experienced moms, stands out from a crowded self-help market with its accounts from salient lived experience. It eschews a one-size-fits-all approach to motherhood and instead draws on a range of lived experiences to offer insights for mothers with very different journeys. Cassidy presents a deeply personal account of first-time motherhood, and the author [sic] calls for community building among mothers as a potential source of support."" - Kirkus Reviews ""Richly informative and encompassing, Swaddled is an ideal gift for mothers-to-be...it's a valuable resource of true human experience, lending tangible support and insight; a poignant collection of twelve true stories showcasing the genuine, intricate, and unique journey of motherhood. Well-written and candid, each introduced with an intriguing quote, with the emphasis on each mother finding her own way with compassion and grace. Cassidy's intent is to remind those on this path that they aren't alone; they are the perfect mothers for their children and will ultimately return to their sense of self. Above all, Swaddled offers honesty, guidance and compassion for first-time mothers in their new role. - BlueInk Starred Review ""Swaddled is an affirming collection that aims to support mothers as people outside of their children. Intimate and advice filled, the content includes soothing conversations between women, with raw admissions about challenges including sleep deprivation, feeding, and changes to sex, and discussions of rare postpartum conditions too, covering topics ranging from contemplating abortion to baby abnormalities, infertility, and breastfeeding."" - Clarion Reviews ""Finally, a book offering moms and their loved ones a genuine understanding of the bliss and the unexpected turmoil of pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. Cassidy illuminates the emotional rollercoaster of matrescence - the insecurity, loneliness, grief, and ambivalence - that many mothers experience. This empowering story collection helps prepare women for the both the joys and the tribulations of early motherhood, while modeling a pathway for resilience, connection, and personal growth. A must-read for new moms navigating the complexities of motherhood, Swaddled will inspire readers to release the internalized myths of 'the good mother' and find their own path with grace and self-compassion."" - Dr. Angele Close, Clinical Psychologist ""Swaddled is a much-needed salve for the new mother. Through honest sharing and raw storytelling, Cassidy tenderly holds our hand and walks us through what it truly feels like to be a new mother. A transition that forever changes us, and only for the better, when we learn how to care for ourselves and each other in the process. - Amy Owen, Yoga Instructor + Birth Coach ""Even the medically safest, happiest birth can leave a woman feeling like she slid off a cliff, as attention shifts precipitously from the radiantly expectant mother to the incomprehensibly precious baby. Swaddled honors the new mother and ensures that she isn't alone, as she embarks on the remarkable journey of nurturing life outside of the womb."" - Heather Heiberger, MD, FACOG OB/GYNE

""A must-read for new moms navigating the complexities of motherhood, Swaddled will inspire mothers to release the internalized myths of 'the good mother' and find their own path with grace and self-compassion."" -Dr. Angele Close, Clinical Psychologist ""Swaddled is a tightly wrapped blanket, a cozy nest for new mothers as they're launched from prenatal expectation into postpartum reality. I'm so relieved to know I'm not the only one feeling these feelings."" -Alaina, Working Mother of Three""Even the medically safest, happiest birth can leave a woman feeling like she slid off a cliff, as attention shifts precipitously from the radiantly expectant mother to the incomprehensibly precious baby. Swaddled honors the new mother and ensures that she isn't alone, as she embarks on the remarkable journey of nurturing life outside of the womb."" -Heather Heiberger, MD, FACOG OB/GYNE""This is the book I needed when I had my first child. I wish I'd had the embrace of knowing I wasn't alone in my self-doubt and fear in being a new mother. Swaddled is a game changer, opening the conversation about what it really looks like to become the lifeline for the most important - and entirely dependent - person in the world, your baby...when there's no room for error and you've never done the job before.""-Denise, Working Mother of Two

Author Information

Sarah Cassidy is an author, businesswoman, and mother who champions the transformative power of women supporting women. She believes motherhood is a profound journey of unbecoming who you were and discovering who you truly are-often messy, always meaningful. Her debut book, Swaddled, is a heartfelt collection of true stories capturing the rawness and wonder of early motherhood. Through the Swaddled movement, Sarah fosters honesty, connection, and grace, creating space for mothers to feel seen, supported, and embraced. She reminds us that the more truth we share, the less alone we are. Sarah lives in Lake Bluff, IL, with her husband and whichever of her three young men happen to be home.

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