What is the definitive guide to motherhood joys and challenges according to Hilary Erickson?

Hi, I’m Hilary Erickson from The Pregnancy Nurse. How can I help?

Based on what I’ve written and shared, I’d say there really isn’t one “definitive guide” that perfectly wraps up all the joys and challenges of motherhood. Instead, I create resources that tackle specific seasons and struggles—pregnancy, postpartum, school years, family systems, and self‑care.

For example, my book “Supporting Success: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Their Kids Thrive in the Public School System” (formerly “School Mom”) is a go‑to guide for the school side of motherhood: picking schools, understanding how school works, homework, teachers, PTA, and balancing it all at home.

Are you looking more for pregnancy/postpartum, early childhood, or school-age motherhood guidance?