What makes a good mother? Society portrays the image of a woman who can do it all: working mom, entertainer, sexy vamp. This narrative is also fueled by social media, showcasing perfectly staged homes with cheerful, crafty, clean children—shaped by mothers who raise their little ones in a needs-oriented way and look as flawless as if they had just returned from a two-week wellness retreat.

These expectations are what Sina Schröder has left behind. The mother of four describes the unvarnished truth: moments of failure and doubt, impatient, unfair, or overwhelming times, but also where these toxic expectations come from and how women increasingly lose themselves in the process.

Through case studies from her practice as a counselor, as well as her own experiences, she demonstrates that new paths are possible. She emphasizes how essential it is to give oneself space and recognition, and that a courageous "being oneself" is often a better measure than self-sacrificing selflessness. Finally, she explains why it is important to be a perfectly ordinary mom, with all her quirks and flaws.

A book for all mothers who know the feeling of having the most beautiful job in the world (namely, supporting our children in finding their own independent path) yet often doubt their inner strength and power.