Give someone a hint and show them this book selection for all types of mums. From gooey motherley, reflections to honest and hilarious confessions, to humour and, of course, books to pamper you because this is your special day – there’s something for everyone!
There are times when mother really does know best and this selection of books has been written with just that in mind.
Women’s wisdom – motherhood by Jo Godfrey Wood – this beautiful book is a collection of images and words of wisdom from mothers around the world. The result is an inspirational, warming and informative book to be enjoyed by all mothers regardless of their child’s age. Available from Ryland Peters and Small
My Mother’s Gifts – filled with beautiful photography, this book reflects on the gifts mothers give to their children such as love, wisdom, security and happiness. Grown-up children share the words of advice and wisdom given to them by their own mothers and show how these words helped them through their childhood. Available from Ryland Peters and Small
Chicken soup for the Mother’s soul by John Canfield – this compilation of stories about maternal love, courage, devotion, and triumph is immensely comforting and inspiring and will help you appreciate all the wonderful things that happen every day in a mother’s life. Available from Amazon
A Mother’s love. There is nothing more powerful than the love of a mother as these books demonstrate
Mummy loves me by Dawn Sirett – The enchanting ‘mother and baby’ photographs combined with gentle rhymes make this a tender little keepsake book to share with your baby. Available from DK books (www.dk.com)
Mothers with Love by Helen Exley – This exquisite photograph book demonstrates the intimate moments and treasured memories shared between a mother and her child. Absolutely stunning. Available from Exley publishing
A Mother’s cuddles
Everyone remembers being held by their mum and for mother and child there
is no better time for cuddles than sharing a comforting book.
One magical morning by Claire Freedman – Gentle rhymes, beautiful illustrations and a tender, loving tone exudes warmth as Little Bear goes for a magical morning walk with his mummy. A beautiful story about mother-child bonding that any mother will enjoy reading aloud with her own child. Available from Little Tiger Press
See Saw Nursery Songs, Pat-a-Cake Nursery Rhymes, Peek-a-Boo Nursery
Games illustrated by Annie Kubler – a beautifully illustrated compilation
of songs, rhymes and games for Mother and child to enjoy together, guaranteeing
lasting memories of sharing. Available from Childsplay
Blanket babies by Sue Baker – this collection of four tactile board books
allows mum and baby to share everyday experiences. Beautiful, simple stories
that make cuddling up together all the more enjoyable. Available from
Childsplay
A Mother’s humour
There are some things that most mothers share – and a good sense of humour
is essential to get you through the often embarrassing, infuriating and
frustrating trials of motherhood. These books will have mothers everywhere
laughing knowingly.
Confessions of a Bad Mother: In the Aisle by the Chill Cabinet No-one Can Hear You Scream by Stephanie Calman – For every mother who feels her best just isn’t good enough, read this book and you’ll know you’re not alone. Stephanie Calman’s brutally honest and hilariously frank account of motherhood will have you laughing almost from page one. She has broken every rule in the book from giving birth with her pants on to sitting her children in front of the telly with chicken nuggets for tea. Mothers will love it. Available
from Pan Macmillan
Mother’s Day by Kirsty Scott – Funny but warming book about three
different mums with three different backgrounds all learning to deal with
playground politics. For mothers with school age children you will laugh
- and cringe – in sympathy. For those yet to experience the school run
days you have been warned. Very funny read that you won’t want to put
down. Available from Hodder & Stoughton
Just for Mum
Of course, there are times when Mum could do with some spoiling of her
own and these affordable but elegant books are just the thing.
Home spa, revive by Liz Wilde – being a busy mum often means no time for
recharging your batteries which is why this book by international life
coach Liz Wilde is a must-have for mothers everywhere. Alongside beautiful
photography, this book is full of simple tips and techniques to make you
look and feel brighter without ever having to feel guilty about spoiling
yourself. Available from Ryland Peters and Small
A Passion for Perfume address book – no woman’s handbag is complete
without an address book and this pocket sized hardback version is beautifully
decorated with illustrations from A passion for perfume by Jo Glanville-Blackburn. Guaranteed to remind even the most devout mother that she is a woman as well. Available from Ryland Peters and Small
A little book for my mother by Helen Exley – this book is a tribute
to mothers and motherhood, with words from children of all ages from young,
middle-aged and old. It reflects what mothers mean throughout life and
is a book for mums to treasure. Available from Exley publishing (http://www.helenexleygiftbooks.com/)
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