The Parenthood Dilemma
Decisions in Our Age of Uncertainty
Format:Paperback
Publisher:The Indigo Press
Published:7th Sep '23
Should be back in stock very soon
In The Parenthood Dilemma, Gina Rushton confronts the complexities of deciding to become parents, exploring societal and personal challenges.
The question of whether to become parents is a profound one that compels individuals to confront their deepest loves and fears. In The Parenthood Dilemma, journalist Gina Rushton delves into this complex decision, revealing that the choice is often not as straightforward as it might seem. Through her exploration, she illuminates the myriad factors that influence our thoughts on parenthood, including societal expectations and personal histories.
As Rushton navigates her own contemplation of parenthood, she uncovers the intricate layers that complicate the decision. How do race, gender, and class shape our experiences of pregnancy and parenting? What role does the looming threat of climate change play in our willingness to bring new life into the world? These questions challenge traditional narratives and invite readers to reflect on their own beliefs and circumstances.
Drawing from her extensive background as an award-winning journalist, along with her personal experiences, Rushton crafts a narrative that seeks to transform the discourse surrounding parenthood. The Parenthood Dilemma is not just a personal account; it is a call to consider the broader implications of our choices in the context of a rapidly changing world, ultimately urging readers to engage in a deeper dialogue about the future of family and society.
Extract: Why Would Anyone Want To Have Kids When It Feels Like The World Is Ending?
-- Gina Rushton * Junkee *Review: The easiest—and hardest—decision
-- Melody Tan * Mums at the Table *Review
-- Rebecca Whitehead * Books + Publishing *Review: The Most Important Job In The World shows that parenting really can be a giant motherload!
-- Natalie Salvo * The AU Review *Review
-- Jackie Tang * Readings (ANZ) *When is the right time to freeze your eggs?
* Harper's Bazaar Australia - syndicated to Harper's Bazaar Arabia *Interview: Gina Rushton on writing The Most Important Job in the World
-- Sharon Green * She Defined *The case for not having kids: Why women are putting the conversation on ice
-- Kelley Dennett * Stuff NZ *The question around having children: a nine month long study!
* RNZ *Panel on The Drum with Ellen Fanning
* ABC *Nature and grief, rethinking motherhood on Life Matters
* ABC *Ten Terrifying Questions
* Booktopia *Why the question 'do you want kids' tears women open like nothing else
-- Gina Rushton * Body + Soul *The Millennial Anxiety Of Having Kids In A Climate Crisis
-- Alex Bruce-Smith * Elle *What comes after guilt when family planning in a climate crisis? Anger.
-- Gina Rushton * Sydney Morning Herald *Show Your Working: Gina Rushton
-- Gina Rushton * Kill Your Darlings *The best Australian books out in April
-- Donna Lu * The Guardian *As a science journalist I’m reconsidering having kids. I’m not the only one
-- Donna Lu * The Guardian *The most anticipated books of 2022
-- Melanie Kembrey * Sydney Morning HeraISBN: 9781911648536
Dimensions: 216mm x 135mm x 20mm
Weight: 400g
272 pages