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Ann Pleshette Murphy Discusses Maternal Growth
Let Ann be your guide to tackling all of the challenges that come with being a new mother and raising a family.
- How do I stop my kids from whining for things?
- Are we sending mixed messages to our kids?
- How do I get my partner to help out more?
- Is it normal to feel bored with my own kids?
- As new parents, how do we keep our romance alive?
- 'The 7 Stages of Motherhood': Love at First Sight
- 'The 7 Stages of Motherhood': A Child's Eye View
About Ann Pleshette Murphy
Ann Pleshette Murphy, author of 'The 7 Stages of Motherhood,' is the parenting contributor to ABC TV’s 'Good Morning America.' Since joining GMA in November 1998, more than 300 of her 'American Family' segments have aired before five million viewers. A well-known magazine journalist and editor, Ann was Editor-in-Chief of Parents magazine from 1988 to 1998 and a Contributing Editor from 1998 to 2002. She wrote a monthly column for Family Circle magazine from 2002 until 2005 and currently, her ParentSmart column appears bi-weekly in USAWeekend magazine. Ann is a cum laude graduate of Harvard University, where she majored in psychology.
Praise for Ann
"If Murphy’s experience has taught her anything, it’s that empathy and solidarity among mothers can be more
valuable than any advice."
—The Washington Post
"If raising kids is indeed a journey, then I highly
recommend you pack ['The 7 Stages of Motherhood'] at the top of your suitcase."
—Meredith Vieira
"Reassuringly, Murphy isn’t shy about revealing her own experiences as a parent to dispel the notion of the perfect mom. . . . A comforting book for uncertain mothers."
—Publishers Weekly
Buy Ann's Book
Ann's new book 'The 7 Stages of Motherhood' explores how mothers can grow and mature along with their children.
Burning Questions
- How can I maintain my love life after having kids?
- How can I feel fulfilled at home with the kids?
- How can I expect to feel after giving birth?
- How can my kids help me become a better person?
- How do I balance both roles of mom and employee?
- How can I help my child be less forgetful?
- How do I talk about sex with my teenager?
More From Ann
Learn more about the intricacies of motherhood.
- Visit Ann's Web Site
- Share Your Experiences on Ann's Forum
- Listen to Ann Reading From Her Book
- More Answers From Ann
- Catch Ann on 'Good Morning America'
- Invite Ann to Speak
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