You're Doing It Wrong!

Discover the captivating exploration of mothering advice through the ages in You're Doing It Wrong! by Bethany L. Johnson, published by Rutgers University Press in 2019. This engaging paperback examines the evolution of maternal guidance from the nineteenth century to the modern digital landscape, uncovering insights from newspapers, magazines, and personal documents of the time, as well as today's influential websites and social media platforms.

With 248 pages of thought-provoking analysis, Johnson and co-author Margaret Quinlan reveal striking similarities between present-day parenting experts and their Victorian predecessors. Through this fascinating journey, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how societal norms and expectations around motherhood have transformed while still echoing familiar themes. Ideal for anyone interested in the complexities of parenting advice and its historical context, You're Doing It Wrong! is an essential read for modern parents seeking perspective and clarity.