The M Factor: Memoirs by Mothers by Anubha Doshi

Across these essays, you will find:

• Parenting through multiple lenses: From the structured insights of child psychologists to the creativity of dance and yoga teachers, the book showcases varied approaches to nurturing children.
• The evolving role of mothers: A look at how women’s identities transform across different stages of a child’s growth—from pregnancy and infancy to adolescence and beyond.
• Conversations around difficult emotions: Essays that don’t shy away from sensitive topics such as grief during pregnancy, struggles with adoption, or finding balance between personal identity and motherhood.
• Mindfulness in parenting: Reflections on how practices like yoga, meditation, and mindful living can help mothers stay grounded, present, and compassionate.
• Autonomy over authority: A recurring theme across the essays is the shift from authoritarian parenting models to mindful, empathetic, and autonomy-driven parenting styles.
• Whether you’re a new parent, an experienced mother, or simply curious about modern Indian motherhood, The M Factor offers wisdom, comfort, and inspiration in every essay.

By choosing this book, you’re not just buying another parenting guide, you’re joining a conversation about what it means to be a mother today. You’re stepping into a community of voices that affirm, challenge, and inspire you to embrace your own unique motherhood journey.