The Mother Code: My Story of Love, Loss, and the Myths That Shape Us
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In this propulsive memoir, an award-winning journalist blends history, science, and cultural criticism to uncover whether motherhood outside of society’s rigid rules and expectations is possible—and whether she fits the mold for what a mother should be.
“This tender, generous book does the hard work of redefining ‘motherhood’ and ‘family’ so that they honor all aspects of a woman’s life.”—Christie Tate, author of the New York Times bestseller Group
AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
Ruthie Ackerman...
“This tender, generous book does the hard work of redefining ‘motherhood’ and ‘family’ so that they honor all aspects of a woman’s life.”—Christie Tate, author of the New York Times bestseller Group
AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
Ruthie Ackerman...





























