Mothers typically prioritize the needs of their children first. A new book suggests this is the last thing mothers should be doing. Instead the book suggests ways moms may confidently assert their independence from their families and looking after themselves first. Following this advice may make moms more grateful, patient, and appreciative, which is beneficial to both mom and family.

Key Takeaways:

• Genevieve Shaw Brown tried something radical. She decided that she would eat as well as her children did.
• The notion of a mother making her own care as important as her children’s is what turned into the new book
• I caught up with the mother on what she learned about taking care of herself

“The notion of a mother making her own care as important as her children’s is what turned into the new book The Happiest Mommy You Know: Why Putting Your Kids First Is the Last Thing You Should Do.”

http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1132099/why-you-need-to-put-yourself-first