When Mothers Talk is an intimate book about early child development and motherhood which offers an extraordinary view of the first three years of life and practical information that rarely gets talked about.
Ilene Lefcourt's unique experience leading groups for over 35 years with mothers, their babies, and toddlers informs every page. Lefcourt sensitively links mothers' childhood memories with current mother-child interactions, and exquisitely details mothers' unfolding insights. Vivid examples of mothers' memories, with hidden answers to typical questions and concerns, trigger the reader's own memories, self-reflection, and new ideas. The narrative approach of When Mothers Talk speaks directly to the reader and activates an experience similar to being in a supportive mother-baby-toddler group.
"Ilene Lefcourt’s When Mothers Talk is a treasure - an original, creative window into the experiences of mothers, babies and toddlers… Bravo!"
- Beatrice Beebe, Ph.D.
Yes, there is an inner world with fantasies and emotions in babies, toddlers, and their mothers! Ilene Lefcourt gives the readers quite a feast revealing this fact, sharing with us her vivid experience leading mother-baby-toddler groups. Her insights don't come from theory, but from real life examples, told in a sensitive way.
- Susan Coates, Ph.D.
I highly suggest When Mothers Talk as a number one choice for mothers. Readers will remember and reflect on their own experiences as they absorb the well-detailed research findings Lefcourt offers. Lefcourt’s careful rendering of the life of a mother and her child is bolstered with exemplary examples from enlightening conversations with mothers."
- Laurie Hollman, Ph.D.
