Mother Self - by Talia Gutin (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In this debut collection of poetry, The Mother Self guides readers along the raw and transformative path of early motherhood.

The Mother Self is a collection of poetry that poignantly unveils the journey of a new mother navigating the complexities of early motherhood. Accessible and engaging, each poem captures a mother's delicate dance as she embraces her new identity and grieves her past self, all while finding solace in the sacred bond with her son. Readers are invited to explore the beauty and challenges of this period of life with grace and authenticity and to linger in the quiet spaces of a mother's heart, where love and loss intertwine and a meaningful journey of growth unfolds.

This collection weaves the universal themes of presence, nature, loss, and transformation. It guides readers on a path of healing and empowerment and offers a comforting hand through the transformative power of words. More than a collection of poems, it is a companion for new and seasoned mothers as they turn each page, nodding in recognition.

Above all, this book is a poetic testimony to every incomparable and holy step of motherhood.

Review Quotes

"Gutin presents a poetry collection about the joys, challenges, and revelations of parenting...A sentimental and often beautiful homage to motherhood." -Kirkus Reviews

"Talia's poetry simultaneously takes your breath away while breathing life into you. The Mother Self honors and acknowledges the mother in the most profound of ways, offering you connection and understanding on a journey that can sometimes feel lonely and overwhelming for the modern woman."--Vienna Pharaon, national best-selling author of The Origins of You

"In beautiful prose and enchanting poetry, Talia offers a glimpse into the wilderness of the new mother's heart. She asks the tender questions, explores the mundane miracles, and reflects upon the woes and the wonders of an oceanic love. The Mother Self--a memoir, a meditation, and a marvel."--Vicki Rivard, author of the indie bestseller brave new mama

"The Mother Self is a portal into the heart-filling love that defines early motherhood. Each poem stops time, bringing you back to those raw and tender moments, awakening the cherished memories along each mother's unique journey. This collection showcases the power of stunning poetry."--Coby Kozlowski, M.A., author of One Degree Revolution: How the Wisdom of Yoga Inspires Small Shifts that Lead to Big Changes

"The Mother Self is a delightful, thoughtful collection of poetry--delicate, raw, and intimate. Talia's words, steeped in truth and beauty, capture the subtle and often indescribable emotions and experiences of early motherhood. Undoubtedly, mothers will return to her words time and again."--Bethany Saltman, best-selling book coach and award-winning author of Strange Situation: A Mother's Journey Into the Science of Attachment

"Talia put words to feelings I have only felt. Tender, visceral, breathtaking. Each word on every page. This book is for every mother."--Maggie Doyne, author of Between the Mountain and the Sky: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, Healing, and Hope and Co-founder/CEO, BlinkNow Foundation

About the Author

Talia Gutin is a writer, certified Life Coach (PCC), and mother. She received her master's degree from New York University, where she studied psychology and creative writing, combining her love of language with a deep curiosity for the human psyche. She is the lead coach at Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy, based in New York City, where she guides individuals and couples on their paths to emotional and mental wellness. Talia lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and two children.