Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco, PhD, is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Summit, New Jersey. She specializes in helping women use cognitive-behavioral therapy and related evidence-based strategies to navigate the myriad challenges of motherhood. Her writing has been featured in Motherly, Motherwell, Psychology Today, Today Parenting, [...], and The Washington Post, as well as on her own blog, [...]. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two sons.

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 Injury, 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?": Surviving Vacations, Holidays, and Special Events with Young Kids
Appendix: Values Worksheet
Resources
Index