Every August countless women find themselves faced with the excitement and the challenge of children going off to college and the empty nests they leave behind.
Beyond the Mommy Years, written by Dr. Carin Rubenstein after she struggled to get through this period herself, is meant for every mom between the ages of 40 and 60 facing their newly empty homes. Dr. Rubenstein identifies three stages that a woman must go through to come out thriving on the other end of motherhood – grief, relief, and joy.
With poignant stories, advice and guidelines, and genuine concern and reassurance, this book will help any woman going through any stage of this process, no matter how she might be feeling. From menopause and marriage to work and friends, Beyond the Mommy Years is a comprehensive guide to successfully navigating your way through the changes in your life. With the knowledge that comes both from having a PhD as well as having gone through this herself, Rubenstein is like a friend with all the answers who can help you love and appreciate your life and yourself again.