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Introduction 1. "What's Happened to My Head?": "Mom Brain" and How CBT Can Help 2. "What's Happened to My Heart?": Understanding the Emotional Roller-Coaster Ride of Motherhood 3. "Who Am I Now That I'm a Mom?": Redefining Who You Are and How You Work 4. "Why Can't I Stop Worrying?": How to Cope When You Sweat the Small (and Big) Stuff 5. "Why Don't I Feel Safe?": Managing Fears about Germs, Illness, and Other Threats 6. "How Can I Possibly Find Time to Shower When I Have to Take My Toddler to Her French Lessons?": Taking Care of Yourself While You're Taking Care of Your Kids 7. "Why Can't My Life Be More Instagrammable?": Coping with Comparison-Making and Social Media 8. "Why Can't I Mom Perfectly?": What to Do When You Expect Too Much of Yourself 9. "How Can I Nurture My Relationship When I'm Busy Nurturing This Kid?": Navigating Changes and Challenges with Your Partner 10. "Who's the Mother Here?": Coping with Extended Family 11. "Where Has My Social Life Gone?": Fitting Friendships into Your New Life 12. "Why Isn't Anyone Having Fun?": Navigating Vacations, Holidays, and Special Events with Young Kids Appendix: Values Worksheet Resources