- Poet and novelist Louise Erdrich captures the sheer wonder and awe of early motherhood.
- Self-described "hip momma" Ariel Gore reflects on the challenges of dealing with her daughter's adolescent rebellion.
- Journalist Joan Peters highlights the rise of the "Power Mom" and the risks of overparenting to our children and ourselves.
- Zen teacher Cheri Huber shares a spiritual perspective: sometimes it's us parents who need a "time out" so that we can be more fully present and loving with our children.
Previously published in hardcover under the title Your Children Will Raise You.