Loving the Little Years

Motherhood in the Trenches

I didn't write this book because mothering little ones is easy for me. I wrote it because it isn't. I know that this is a hard job, because I am right here in the middle of it. I know you need encouragement because I do too.

This is not a tender reminiscence from someone who had children so long ago that she only remembers the sweet parts. At the time of writing this, I have three children in diapers, and I can recognize the sound of hundreds of toothpicks being dumped out in the hall.

This is a small collection of thoughts on mothering young children for when you are motivated, for when you are discouraged, for the times when discipline seems fruitless, and for when you are just plain tired.

The opportunities for growth abound here but you have to be willing. You have to open your heart to the tumble. As you deal with your children, deal with yourself always and first. This is what it looks like, and feels like, to walk as a mother with God.

©2010 Rachel Jankovic (P)2011 Canon Press

Fantastic

I have older kids so I don't read "little years" books any more but this book is useful for all the seasons. I love Rachel and Bekah Merkle's work and am systematically devouring everything they produce. :)

The right perspective about motherhood

Very encouraging and down to earth. Loved it! As a mom of two, this book gave me a new perspective on motherhood. Rachel is an effective mom who wants to glorify God and does it with grace and courage. Loved her ideas and her way to see life

Fantastic read

This is the best parenting book I've read for the toddler years. Great Christian perspective.

Great Perspective....

Trigger: Spanking. This book mentions spanking several times.

We do not spank and it was shocking to hear it in the book.

Otherwise, the book was short and to the point. It reminds moms of the light perspective we should keep as our child grow. A reminder to love them for who THEY are and take it easy.....

Relatable!

The author put into words many relatable moments that I hadn’t even realized I was experiencing and offered applicable advice for tough scenarios. I laughed and teared up. The narrator was pleasant to listen to, which I often find myself displeased with on audio books.