Baby Changes Everything: Embracing and Preparing for Motherhood after 35 [Paperback]

Beth K. Vogt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2007

More and more women are becoming mothers after age thirty-five whether by choice or due to circumstances beyond their control--after years of longing or as an unexpected blessing, through childbirth or adoption. But with many resources geared toward younger mothers, these "Mommy-come-latelys" need encouragement and wisdom from someone who has been there. Beth Vogt became a mother again at age forty-one. With humor and practical advice based on her own experience and that of others, she encourages and guides late-in-life moms in emotional adjustments, medical issues, and changes in their relationships with others. The wisdom, perspective, and resources offered here will help women welcome and embrace life as a mom. Includes a foreword by Twila Paris.

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From the Back Cover

The face of motherhood has changed. More mothers of preschoolers are in their midthirties and forties than in previous decades. If you're a late-in-life mom, you may not feel old, but you know the medical community's label for a pregnant woman who is over 35: "Advanced Maternal Age." You also know you have unique needs and concerns--medical, emotional, and practical. Beth K. Vogt understands--she became a mom again at age forty-one. Now she encourages you to embrace your status as a "mommy-come-lately." Whether you're planning, pregnant, or adopting, you'll find expert advice on • understanding medical concerns • keeping yourself healthy before and during pregnancy • adjusting to changes in your relationships • parenting your "caboose baby" • and much more You'll also benefit from true stories of moms who've been there. And because having a baby is a family affair, Baby Changes Everything includes interviews with late-in-life dads and children of older parents. Whether you chose to be a mommy-come-lately or were surprised by your unexpected blessing, you will treasure and enjoy the encouragement and wisdom found in Baby Changes Everything. "Beth Vogt offers just the right blend of personal experience and professional expertise to encourage and equip women to embrace their roles as later-in-life moms."--Dr. Kevin Leman, author, Making Children Mind without Losing Yours "The perfect blueprint to consult on your new adventure called 'mid-life mothering.'"--Jane Jarrell, author, Simple Hospitality Beth K. Vogt is a writer whose work has appeared in Discipleship Journal, MOMSense, and Crosswalk.com. She and her husband live in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and they have four children from ages 6 to 24.

About the Author

Beth K. Vogt is a writer whose work has appeared in Discipleship Journal, MOMSense, and Crosswalk.com. She lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with her family.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Revell (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800730674
• ISBN-13: 978-0800730673
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,352,346 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Novelist Beth K. Vogt is a nonfiction author and editor who said she'd never write fiction. She's the wife of an Air Force physician (now in solo practice) who said she'd never marry a doctor -- or anyone in the military. She's a mom of four who said she'd never have kids. She's discovered that God's best often waits behind the doors marked "Never." Beth writes inspirational contemporary romance because she believes there's more to the happily ever after than the fairy tales tell us. She lives in Colorado with her husband and their 10-year-old "caboose kiddo." She and her husband enjoy any time their adult children come by for game nights, BBQs or just to hang out.

Customer Reviews

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Surprised by Christian "Flavor", June 7, 2008

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Allie (Oakland, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Baby Changes Everything: Embracing and Preparing for Motherhood after 35 (Paperback)

As I read the introduction, with its bible reference and multiple mentions of God and prayer, I found myself looking again at the cover and title to see if I had missed something that would have told me this was a Christian book. I did not. That left me feeling duped, in a way. While the author goes "light" on her own references to God, church, prayer and "ministry," they ARE in the text, which to me personally was a turn off. Had I known this was the writer's perspective, I must admit I would not have bought this book. There were other subtle aspects of the text that, I felt, were influenced by a Christian perspective, such as multiple personal stories and examples of mothers who chose not to have prenatal testing because they would "accept the baby no matter what" and at least two who had babies with Down's Syndrome and viewed them as gifts that were supposed to happen. Now, I don't have a problem with that, but I do have a slight problem with those being the ONLY examples provided. There are many over 35 moms whose personal values and positions do not reflect this - had the book been obviously labeled as Christian in its perspective, it would be more legitimate for it to present only one perspective.

The other complaint I have about this book is that the author spends way too much time talking about her personal situation and family. Makes for a somewhat interesting read, but feels more like a memoir at times than a universally applicable book that focuses on general issues of older motherhood in a conceptual sense which is what I was looking for.

Overall, this was not the book I was expecting or hoping to read. I'll keep looking!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hopeful reading for women of any age, August 16, 2007

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Shellra "M B." (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baby Changes Everything: Embracing and Preparing for Motherhood after 35 (Paperback)

As a woman who passed 35 several years ago, but still hopes to have children, I found this book inspiring. Without sugar coating, this book explores the risks and rewards of many new moms. Be ready to laugh out loud at some of the personal stories, and maybe wipe away a tear or two as Moms and Dads share that life changing experience that is parenting.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, August 6, 2007

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Linda Harris (Colorado Springs) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Baby Changes Everything: Embracing and Preparing for Motherhood after 35 (Paperback)

As a mom who had my children after 30 (but before 35), I can say this book is practical and immensely readable. Any mom will find helpful advice in this book. Beth is candid and includes her own experience as well as those of numerous late-in-life moms and dads.