Stories to warm your heart, make you nod in understanding, and remind you of the extraordinary blessings that come with being a boy mom.
Life in the Estrogen-Free Zone is a delightful compilation of laughter, love, and godly advice from moms who proudly navigate the wild terrain of raising boys.
In this heartwarming collection, Michelle Rayburn and eighteen other moms of boys come together to share their unique experiences, offering a refreshing perspective on the joys and challenges that, for some, come with being the sole estrogen ambassador in a household full of testosterone. Through amusing anecdotes, relatable tales of mischief, and practical biblical insights, these moms shed light on the rollercoaster ride of boyhood. In the pages, mothers share:
- Laughter and tears as they recount their hilarious encounters with mud, bugs, and an endless supply of boy energy.
- Real-life strategies for tackling the messiest situations, teaching life lessons with finesse, and finding the beauty in the chaos.
- A touch of humor and a wealth of heartfelt wisdom from the vibrant world of boy moms.
- If you’re a boy mom craving a dose of camaraderie, a bellyful of laughter, and a reminder that you’re rocking this estrogen-free adventure, this book is the perfect companion. Let these humorous and inspiring tales uplift you and remind you to embrace every messy, joy-filled moment.
The 19 contributing authors include:
Abigail Wallace, Avonlea Q. Krueger, Becky Melby, Betty Predmore, Christina Ryan Claypool, Denise Loock, Gina Stinson, Ginny Dent Brant, Joni Topper, Kim Cusimano, Kolleen Lucariello, Maureen Miller, Melissa Meyer, Michelle Rayburn, Pam Farrel, Pam Fields, Rhonda Stoppe, Stacy Sanchez, Valerie Mc Nulty
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Foreword
LITTLESThe Birth of a Boy Mom
If You Know a Tired Mama
A Stitch or Two in Time
My Plans Meet God’s Double Plot Twist
Stumbling, Fumbling Mom
Building Faith-From What-Ifs to What Is
Bubble Wrap, Broken Bones, and Blessings
Wearing the Dad Hat-Or Face
GROWING BOYSFrom Foster to Forever
You’ve Been Drafted
This Rough Patch, Then Strawberries Come June
I’m Raising a Boy and Have Oodles of Questions!
10 Things I Love About Being a Boy Mom
Video Games, Bad Dudes, and Mom Anxiety
Raising, Rivaling, and Resolving
Moving, Moods, Mudbugs, and Maturing
It’s the #Boymom Life for Me!
TEENSFour by Camper and Three by Canoe
Defusing Fear and Exploding Faith
Where the Wild Things Were
Head Held High
So-and-So’s Mom
Midnight Snacks
Holey Socks, Holy Work
YOUNG MENShort Time, Far-Reaching Influence
A Sparkling Surprise for a Single Mom
The Winking Elvis and a Type A Soldier
Forgiveness Sets Us Free
Learners and Leaders Who Love God
From Nest to Next
Final Thoughts