I'm sure you'll notice that I'm reviewing a lot of children's books these days. Honestly, it's because I'm excited for all the stories I now get to read to my new Little One. It's taken time and effort to curate a small collection of books that I think he will not only enjoy, but also find uplifting and powerful forms of representation. I'm certain there will be times that being born to interracial, interabled, Queer parents isn't easy, and I want him to have aspects of himself and his family represented in the books he reads -- especially because he is unlikely to find many people in his circles who share his experiences at home.
My Moms Love Me has beautiful, pastel illustrations and a sweet message that love is love -- and this child's life is full of love. Each mother expresses love in their own way, from bedtime snuggles to family outings, from bathtime to playtime. The feelings of love, acceptance, and appreciation are exactly the type I hope to see grow in my own family. Books like this one are valuable tools in communicating these ideas to our children, and it's important that he sees his own mothers when he looks at the pages of this book.
This book is short and sweet, and perfect for bedtime. If you want to add this book to your own home library, here are a few links below. I'll also note that WorldCat and LibraryLink are both useful tools for searching for books at nearby libraries. Learn more about the author, Anna Membrino on her website, here.
Image Description: The front cover of the children's book, "My Moms Love Me." The title stands out in deep pink and purple against a pale, soft background of light purple and blue. In the foreground, a light-skinned baby with tufts of short, brown hair smiles gleefully. Two women kiss each of the baby's cheeks. The Caucasian woman on the left has long, brown hair, and the Black woman on the right has short, black hair.
Credit: Taken from Amazon store listing.
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