I Grew With You
By Sarah Molitor · Published by TAN Books
Overview
In this heartfelt poem, readers are invited along the journey of pregnancy, as mother and child grow together month by month from conception to baby’s first day at home. Through tender verse and inclusive illustrations, this book celebrates the miracle of life and the deepening bond between parent and child.
- Offers a gentle, poetic portrayal of the journey of pregnancy as a shared growth for mother and child
- Depicts a diverse range of mothers, reflecting women of various ethnicities, shapes, and sizes to affirm universal dignity
- Uses month‑by‑month imagery to help children understand the unborn child’s development in a simple, accessible way
- Serves as a touching keepsake for expecting families or a thoughtful baby‑shower gift
- Encourages a spirit of gratitude, wonder, and familial love rooted in the gift of new life
Intended Audience
For families expecting a child and for parents seeking a gentle, faith‑aligned way to introduce toddlers or preschoolers (ages 0–5) to the concept of pregnancy and the growth of new life. Also suited for gift‑giving at baby showers or for use in homes and family ministries.
Key Themes
- The miracle of conception and new life
- Growth of mother and child together
- Universal dignity of motherhood and family
- Wonder, gratitude, and bonding through birth
ABOUT SARAH MOLITOR
Sarah Molitor is most notably known as "mommy" to her six boys. Her role as wife and mother has shaped her more than any other title she has acquired. Along with raising her children, she also homeschools them full-time. Before starting a family, Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Linfield University. As a registered nurse, her passion was and still is helping others. Although no longer working as a nurse, Sarah has translated that passion into a different avenue – social media.
She is the creative force behind @modernfarmhousefamily, where she encourages, challenges, and inspires her community of more than 250K followers on a daily basis. For fun, Sarah considers herself a candy connoisseur, self-taught photographer, very amateur baker and, if given spare time, usually reads children's books to her kids with her entertaining voice impressions. Sarah lives with her husband Tim and their growing family in Washington. I Grew With You is her first book.
- Illustrator:
- Anastasia Sivura
- Reading Level:
- Picture & Board Books (0-5)
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 8.50
