Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children: Becoming a Mindful Parent (Paperback)

by Sarah Napthali (Author)

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"If you liked her first book, Buddhism for Mothers, you'll adore this one. It'll give you a new perspective on parenting and may even help you enjoy it more."  —Sunday Telegraph

"A lovely book for anyone who wants to become more present in their parenting."  —American Buddhist Net

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A combination of personal narrative and stories gathered from mothers, this guide shows how spiritual and mindful parenting can help all mothers—Buddhists and nonBuddhists—be more open, attentive, and content. By guiding mothers on a spiritual path, this evocation also helps them cultivate wisdom, open-heartedness, and a better understanding of themselves and their children. The Buddhist teachings and principles help answer questions that all mothers face, especially those with young children: Who are my children? Who am I? How can I do my best by my children and myself? What to do about all that housework? and Is this all? Written in a clear and engaging style, this warm and simple meditation facilitates parenting with awareness, purpose, and love.

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Product Details Paperback: 272 pages Publisher: Allen & Unwin (April 28, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1741754658 ISBN-13: 978-1741754650 Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #32,371 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: (What's this?) #51 in  Books > Nonfiction > Women's Studies > Motherhood

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 9 of 9 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars A celebration of motherhood as a meditation , May 18, 2008 By  Irisversicolor "Iris Versicolor" (Belgium, Europe) - See all my reviews I got this invitation to write a review while reading Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children: Becoming a Mindful Parent. I read Sarah Napthali's first book on Buddhism for Mothers and enjoyed it. I read this book with great pleasure as well. Napthali reflects on Buddhists principles from a recognizable point of view, that of a mother. A real 'I have been there and I have done that' mother. This makes the book a pleasure to read. You do not have to be a Buddhist to like this book and the author doesn't demand you to understand difficult Buddhist scriptures. You can even read this book while being interrupted by your child and I am quite sure that you will stay calm and kind. I like this book best because it helps you to celebrate motherhood not so much because of your kids (there are many other books on that subject) but because Napthali helps you to make it a long lasting meditation and gain wisdom and joy in the demanding years of parenting young children. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for keeping your mind, June 5, 2008 By  AKG "AKG" (New York) - See all my reviews I think this is a great book, the author's use of examples of what other parents have been through is very helpful. She is very realistic and honest about feelings you may go through when parenting. And then she gives good ways of dealing with these feelings. Very down to earth. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Motherhood as a Spiritual Path - Good for non-Buddhists too, February 5, 2009 By  Mommy Mystic "www.MommyMystic.WordPress.com" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews What I like about this book is that the author writes as both a practicing Buddhist and a hands-on mother, and her personal stories bring the two together. She doesn't write in the voice of a Buddhist 'teacher', or as a parenting expert. She shares stories from the trenches of her daily experience, and is very honest about how she feels in the moment. This makes it easy to translate into your own life. All of the chapters revolve around a question, such as 'Who am I?', 'Where am I going?', 'What does this moment require?' and even 'What can I do about all the housework?' The most meaningful chapter to me personally was 'Who are my children?', which addresses the ideas and projections we often impose on our children, out of concern or denial. I personally liked this book more than the prior, because it also covers the themes of mindfulness well, but branches out into more psychological issues associated with motherhood and ties them back to Buddhism. I think any parent can benefit from this book.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Transforming Excellent book. I can't recommend it enough. It has changed the way I parent and the way I treat myself and those around me. Read more Published 11 months ago by M. Huelmann 5.0 out of 5 stars Spiritual wisdom for bizzy moms wonderfully wise and supportive book for busy moms of all spiritual persuasions -- wish i'd had it when i was younger! Published 14 months ago by Paki S. Wright Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin (April 28, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1741754658
• ISBN-13: 978-1741754650
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #32,371 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A celebration of motherhood as a meditation , May 18, 2008

By	Irisversicolor "Iris Versicolor" (Belgium, Europe) - See all my reviews

I got this invitation to write a review while reading Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children: Becoming a Mindful Parent. I read Sarah Napthali's first book on Buddhism for Mothers and enjoyed it. I read this book with great pleasure as well. Napthali reflects on Buddhists principles from a recognizable point of view, that of a mother. A real 'I have been there and I have done that' mother. This makes the book a pleasure to read. You do not have to be a Buddhist to like this book and the author doesn't demand you to understand difficult Buddhist scriptures. You can even read this book while being interrupted by your child and I am quite sure that you will stay calm and kind. I like this book best because it helps you to celebrate motherhood not so much because of your kids (there are many other books on that subject) but because Napthali helps you to make it a long lasting meditation and gain wisdom and joy in the demanding years of parenting young children.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for keeping your mind, June 5, 2008

By	AKG "AKG" (New York) - See all my reviews

I think this is a great book, the author's use of examples of what other parents have been through is very helpful. She is very realistic and honest about feelings you may go through when parenting. And then she gives good ways of dealing with these feelings. Very down to earth.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Motherhood as a Spiritual Path - Good for non-Buddhists too, February 5, 2009

By	Mommy Mystic "www.MommyMystic.WordPress.com" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

What I like about this book is that the author writes as both a practicing Buddhist and a hands-on mother, and her personal stories bring the two together. She doesn't write in the voice of a Buddhist 'teacher', or as a parenting expert. She shares stories from the trenches of her daily experience, and is very honest about how she feels in the moment. This makes it easy to translate into your own life.

All of the chapters revolve around a question, such as 'Who am I?', 'Where am I going?', 'What does this moment require?' and even 'What can I do about all the housework?' The most meaningful chapter to me personally was 'Who are my children?', which addresses the ideas and projections we often impose on our children, out of concern or denial.

I personally liked this book more than the prior, because it also covers the themes of mindfulness well, but branches out into more psychological issues associated with motherhood and ties them back to Buddhism. I think any parent can benefit from this book.