Fear of Food: A Diary of Mothering
An illuminating story of motherhood, Fear of Food is Carol Bacchi's account of the first two years of her son's life. She battles his rejection of food, encounters dismissive health professionals, and struggles with sleep deprivation and the uncertainties of doing it alone. Provocative and deeply personal, Fear of Food is a compelling read.
2003 | ISBN 9781876756321 | Paperback | 200 x 130 mm | 145 pp
Reviews
‘Bacchi’s account has significant cultural meaning in that it draws attention to the wider culture of oppression and undervaluing of motherhood in contemporary society.’
–Sheree Gregory, Post Graduate Review
'It’s time to speak truthfully about the realities of parenting. Carol Bacchi’s candid and moving account of early motherhood reveals how lonely and harrowing it can be when things don’t go as expected. Her endurance, courage and unfailing tenderness will console and encourage mothers everywhere.’
–Dr Lisa Hill, Research Fellow, University of Adelaide
‘Amid the current flurry of public soul-searching about work, family, parental leave and childcare, Carol Bacchi tells the struggles of motherhood from the inside.’
–Marion Maddox, Victoria University