This is the book every mum needs, and it hasn't been available until now. The Seven Stages of Motherhood looks at the experience of parenting not only in the first year or two of a baby's life, but right on through childhood and adolescence and even into adulthood. Ann Pleshette Murphy argues that women evolve as mothers throughout the lives of their children, and her book is intended as a guide through this remarkable experience. Practical, sensible and above all readable, it will be invaluable to first-time parents and absolutely relevant to mothers of growing families.

'A beautiful insight into the joys and sorrows of motherhood, an emotional lifeline to mothers everywhere as they journey through the confusing yet rewarding stages of motherhood. Not to be missed' William Pollack, author of Real Boys

'Heartwarming, witty and wise ... let Annie be your guide on this charming tour through motherhood' Harvey Karp, MD, paediatrician and author of The Happiest Baby on the Block