Ain't That a Mother: Postpartum, Palsy, and Everything in Between

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Motherhood is no easy journey, and for Adiba Nelson, it began with unexpected challenges and profound questions for God. Witty and bold, Afro-Latina Adiba grew up navigating survival mode, shaped by her complex relationship with her vibrant, religious mother. A chance meeting with a tall, brown-skinned man at Ruby Tuesday's led to an unplanned pregnancy, thrusting her into familiar relationship patterns she had vowed to avoid. As a new mother to a baby with significant medical needs, Adiba faces relentless hardships that prompt a deep personal reckoning intertwined with generational struggles. Throughout her journey, she maintains her heart and humor, crafting a love story centered on self-acceptance and transformation for herself, her child, and the women in her lineage. This memoir transcends typical narratives of motherhood, exploring themes from postpartum depression to family secrets. Adiba's story shines in its messy, honest moments, revealing the complexities of love and the satisfaction that comes from embracing one's true self amidst the chaos of parenting.