Emma Barnett est une journaliste et animatrice britannique reconnue pour son approche incisive des questions contemporaines. Après une carrière dans la presse écrite, elle s'est imposée comme une voix de premier plan sur les grandes plateformes de diffusion. Son travail aborde fréquemment les préoccupations sociétales, offrant des observations avisées sur le paysage médiatique et le discours public. Elle adopte un style direct et analytique, garantissant une expérience claire et captivante pour son public.
'I wish this book had been written before I stopped having them. I might have enjoyed them more! It's brilliant, informative and funny. Period.' Jennifer Saunders 'I want to hear what Emma Barnett says about everything, and this terrific and timely book proves to be no exception.' Elizabeth Day
A Love Letter to Mothers from the Front Line of Maternity Leave
Maternity leave is portrayed as an intense, ongoing commitment rather than a restful break, as Emma Barnett reflects on her experiences during her second maternity leave. She highlights the collective forgetting that occurs after the first leave, which leads to unrealistic expectations. Rather than offering parenting advice, the book candidly explores the challenges and realities of maternity leave, likening it to a military tour of duty. Barnett aims to validate the emotional and physical labor involved, making this a vital read for mothers navigating this complex journey.