4 AM Madonnas : meditations and reflections for mothers and mothers-to-be by Barton, Rachel instant download

4 AM Madonnas : meditations and reflections for mothers and mothers-to-be by Barton, Rachel instant download

1 online resource (x, 134 pages) :, Pregnancy can be a strange process. Having a baby alters your life like nothing else. It is a time when friends, relatives, magazines, and doctors all vie for your attention, telling you what you must have, what you need to do, what you should be feeling. In the midst of this whirlwind it is important to find a sense of inner calm. You can transcend the madness and find something spiritual, something of God, in all of this. It is possible to pay positive attention to your feelings, to enjoy exploring your inner experiences, and to clearly discern what is right for you, your baby, and your new family, Originally published under the same title by the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, London, 2007--T.P. verso, Includes bibliographical references (pages 131-134), What can your baby show you about God? -- Prayer and responding to feelings, thoughts, and memories -- Creative expression following prayer or reflection -- Where do we find our support and inspiration? -- New parental roles and adapting to family life, Print version record