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It Takes a Village

It Takes a Village

And Other Truths About Motherhood

Summary

It takes a village to raise a child, but how do you find your village?

This is the book for every new and expecting mother who is trying to navigate motherhood without the village they thought would be there. It brings together insights from hundreds of Peanut users around the world on what they wish they had known about motherhood before they become a mum. Written by mothers for mothers, plus expert advice from Peanut Pros, this book offers answers to the unspoken questions on every new mum's lips:

Does anyone ever feel ready for motherhood?
Why do I feel so shit?
When am I supposed to take a shower?

Do I hate my in-laws?
Will this baby ever sleep?
Is this who I am now?


Rich with the tenderness of real women's stories, this is a warm, truthful and vital resource for all mums to turn to in times of need. Although the village may not look the way it used to, the stories in this book will show you how to build your own - one that will empower you to be the mother, and the woman, you want to be.

About the author

Peanut

Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest-growing social networking apps for women, listed as Apple’s Trend of the Year 2021 and TIME100’s Most Influential Companies 2022. It Takes a Village is her first book, written and created alongside hundreds of Peanut users from around the world.
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