Misconceptions: Truth, Lies, and the Unexpected on the Journey to Motherhood

Naomi Wolf

Aug 2018 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Celeste Oliva

About this audiobook

In Misconceptions, bestselling author Naomi Wolf she demythologizes motherhood and reveals the dangers of common assumptions about childbirth. With uncompromising honesty she describes how hormones eroded her sense of independence, ultrasounds tested her commitment to abortion rights, and the keepers of the OB/GYN establishment lacked compassion. The weeks after her first daughter's birth taught her how society, employers, and even husbands can manipulate new mothers. She had bewildering post partum depression, but learned that a surprisingly high percentage of women experience it. Wolf's courageous willingness to talk about the unexpected difficulties of childbirth will help every woman become a more knowledgeable planner of her pregnancy and better prepare her for the challenges of balancing a career, freedom, and a growing family. Invaluable in its advice to parents, Misconceptions speaks to anyone connected-personally, medically, or professionally-to a new mother.

About the author

Naomi Wolf is the author of The Beauty Myth and Promiscuities, and she is a highly regarded speaker on the topic of young women and feminism.

Celeste Oliva is an accomplished actor of both stage and screen. Her television and film credits include Olive Kitteridge, November Criminals, Gone Baby Gone, 21, and The Women. On stage, Celeste has received nominations and awards for her performances in Grounded, Chinglish, Stage Kiss, and Arcadia.