Mothers are Made

A deeply personal essay collection that explores how mothers grow alongside their young children into the strongest, most resilient people in the world.

Motherhood is full of ups and downs, with plenty of moments where a mom might think, “I don’t know if I can do this.” Danielle Sherman-Lazar has had this thought many times as she’s raised her four daughters. But she’s always found a way forward–because overcoming the trials of motherhood has given her tremendous inner strength, resilience, and confidence. In Mothers are Made, she reminds her readers that they, too, have the knowledge and tenacity to persevere through any obstacle.

Through a series of deeply personal and inspirational essays on motherhood and mental health, Mothers are Made shows how moms aren’t instantly born along with their babies—mothers are made through time and experience. Danielle shares the challenges she faced that made her feel like a mom, from her struggles with breastfeeding to two of her daughters’ stay at the NICU.

Mothers are Made will help moms realize that they can handle crises as they arise—large or small. As they tackle each trying situation, it will get easier to handle motherhood’s many ups and downs. By sharing in Danielle’s imperfect and ongoing journey, other moms can take heart knowing they are not alone. Danielle’s vulnerability will help readers find the courage to keep going through the uncomfortable parts of motherhood, knowing they’ll get to the other side—a better, happier, and stronger mom.