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Julia Hollander and her partner Jay relocate from London to the countryside to start anew. Expecting a joyful family life, Julia is soon confronted with serious complications during childbirth, revealing that their newborn is severely disabled. Over months of relentless hospital visits and consultations, Julia grapples with medical uncertainty and her own emotions, learning to translate maternal instinct into concrete decisions. This memoir chronicles her journey through loss, the difficult choices she must make, and the resilience, love, and courage she must summon as a mother facing the most challenging circumstances.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Julia Hollander
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