considers the long-term well-being and health of mothers

explains how women can become physicially depleted and actually ill as a result of the demands and stresses of raising a family today

identifies the Depleted Mother Syndrome many women experience

presents a comprehensive, integrated program of care for a mother's body, mind, and intimate relationships

tells in detail how a mom and dad can work together and share the load fairly

integrates the perspectives of a psychologist, acupuncturist/nutritionist, and obstetrician/gynecologist. This is more than another self-help book. With compelling evidence, clear logic, and heartfelt personal testimony, it is a manifesto for an idea whose time has come: that our society absolutely must take better care of its mothers - and by doing so, take better care of its fathers, children, and families.