{"title":"Grace Farris","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrace Farris writes with warmth and insight, exploring the joys and challenges of parenting through heartfelt storytelling. Her books, including titles like \u003cem\u003eMom Milestones\u003c\/em\u003e, capture the tender moments and milestones that define family life, resonating deeply with readers navigating parenthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to parenting themes, Farris’s work often embraces the wonder of childhood, crafting stories that speak to both children and adults alike. With a gentle voice and thoughtful perspective, her books offer comfort and encouragement to families at every stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mom-milestones-by-grace-farris-9781523511471","title":"Mom Milestones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA humorous celebration of mum milestones big and small across all parenting stages from newborn to elementary school, with warm and relatable illustrations from cartoonist, doctor, and mum Grace Farris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMum records her baby's milestones, but what about \u003cem\u003eher own\u003c\/em\u003e? Where is the celebration of mum's transformation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with one-day-old mum, who may feel like she is learning a new language, \u003cem\u003eMom Milestones\u003c\/em\u003e is a love letter to the myriad ways mums grow and adapt to motherhood. Here are significant firsts: First sleepless night. First walk with baby. First mum friend. Skills learned – how to soothe baby (sometimes); how to coax a preschooler into taking medicine. Mum's likes (adapting pop songs to lullaby format; gathering intelligence from other mums) and dislikes (emptying the lunch box with mystery smells; requests for video games). There's Bedtime: The Board Game; crafts mum enjoys (no glitter or glue, thanks!); and the ABCs of motherhood (E for ennui).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there might not be a road map for motherhood, \u003cem\u003eMom Milestones\u003c\/em\u003e tracks both the memorable and slightly forgettable guideposts along the way – sunrises, snack plates, cuddles, laughter, and astonishment – because, as the saying goes, the days are long, but the years are short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47487146557676,"sku":"9781523511471","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781523511471-mom-milestones.jpg?v=1775735393"},{"product_id":"more-than-a-million-by-grace-farris-9781547617913","title":"More than a Million","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLove you more than a million blueberries on the floor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cem\u003eLove you more than a million goodbyes at the school door\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cem\u003eLove you more than a million jackets in the lost and found\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cem\u003eLove you more than a million high-pitched shrieking sounds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring every moment, through the ups and downs, parents’ love is boundless. From the morning rush to the preschool goodbye hugs, at the playground and at home, your grownups will always love you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell known for her popular \"Weekend Mom\" comics, cartoonist Grace Farris makes her picture book debut with this heartwarming and hilarious picture book about unconditional love and contemporary parenthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47496326742252,"sku":"9781547617913","price":51.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781547617913-more-than-a-million.jpg?v=1775796873"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/grace-farris.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}