Even God Had Bad Parenting Days

Even God Had Bad Parenting Days offers ancient Jewish wisdom for new parents, providing humor, self-reflection, and comfort to soothe the frazzled and lift spirits. It helps caregivers see beyond the day-to-day challenges and recapture a sense of wonder at raising small humans. The book is based on Rabins' experience and draws on her popular series of articles on parenting for Kveller.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2022
Publisher: Behrman House Inc.,U.S.

Alicia Jo Rabins' book, "Even God Had Bad Parenting Days," is a deeply relatable and comforting guide for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the challenges of parenthood. It doesn't shy away from topics such as postpartum depression, loneliness, and financial strain, setting it apart from other parenting books. Rabins' authenticity and honesty make the book resonate with readers, as she shares her personal experiences and insights.

The book offers a multidimensional approach to parenting, combining meditation and love. Rabins' musings on both heartening and cringe-worthy biblical examples of parenting can help caregivers see beyond the daily struggles and recapture a sense of wonder at the process of raising small humans. Through humorous and self-reflective essays, Rabins encourages parents to embrace a vital concept called the "good enough parent," which emphasizes that perfection is not the goal.

This supportive and inspirational book draws on Rabins' years of experience as a writer, Bible scholar, and feminist Jewish educator. It is based on her popular series of articles on parenting for Kvell and offers valuable advice and insights for anyone embarked upon the wild and sacred work of parenting. The book's message is that the only transcendence is fully embracing the ups and downs of parenthood, and Rabins' gentle parenting approach provides a roadmap for navigating these challenges with grace and resilience.

Dimension: 228 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781681150710