Juggling the multifaceted roles of individual, wife, and mother can be challenging. Kathryn Sansone’s book, “Woman First, Family Always,” offers a blend of encouragement and practical strategies to help women thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Sansone, a mother of ten, emphasizes the importance of self-care, asserting that a woman cannot effectively care for her family unless she first cares for herself. The book provides techniques for maintaining peace, order, and fun within the family, addressing everything from decluttering to revitalizing a marriage.
Sansone shares insights gained from 18 years of marriage and motherhood. She believes that neglecting any aspect of oneself—the woman, the mother, or the wife—negatively impacts the other two. The book offers guidance on thriving in each of these roles:
* **Self:** Sansone advises women to prioritize self-care by finding time for personal pursuits, exercising, delegating tasks, seeking support, and developing their style and beauty regimen.
* **Wife:** Addressing the common stressors in marriage, such as financial pressures and disagreements over parenting, the book offers ideas for creating a true partnership and maintaining intimacy.
* **Mother:** Recognizing the numerous outside influences on children, Sansone provides strategies for parents to effectively communicate their values, resolve conflicts, navigate the school system, combat childhood obesity, and cultivate a loving home environment.
Kathryn Sansone’s expertise has been recognized by America Online, where she served as a Chief of Everything Officer for their Life Management program. She has also been featured in various media outlets, including O Magazine, Inside Edition, and Oprah.