Detoured: The Messy, Grace-Filled Journey from Working Professional to Stay-at-Home Mom
Jen Babakhan
Jul 2019 · Harvest House Publishers
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Does having it all even exist?
Former marketing executive turned third-grade teacher, Jen Babakhan never expected her transition to stay-at-home mom would bring feelings of grief and loss. She felt God was calling her to be home with her newborn son, and she wanted to be with him—yet she felt conflicted about giving up her career.
Detoured chronicles the often-bumpy path Jen took to contentment and peace in her new role at home. She honestly shares the struggles and joys of being home, and the truth she uncovered about “having it all.” She invites you to walk beside her on this journey and find:
Former marketing executive turned third-grade teacher, Jen Babakhan never expected her transition to stay-at-home mom would bring feelings of grief and loss. She felt God was calling her to be home with her newborn son, and she wanted to be with him—yet she felt conflicted about giving up her career.
Detoured chronicles the often-bumpy path Jen took to contentment and peace in her new role at home. She honestly shares the struggles and joys of being home, and the truth she uncovered about “having it all.” She invites you to walk beside her on this journey and find:
- a new confidence and peace in your decision to place your career on hold
- an invitation to discover your true identity that has nothing to do with your job title
- a sense of community and the knowledge that you are not alone in your motherhood journey
Stay-at-home motherhood isn’t easy—but it can be the most beautiful detour you ever take.
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Ariel Romo
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March 26, 2023
Gave words to all my thoughts and feelings.. I highlighted in almost every chapter. this book has been what I needed in this season...to help me feel at peace in finally making the decision to stay home. I have wrestled with this for a very long time. And again this feeling built up strongly after having my third child and I just kept making all the escuses.. I cannot express how thankful I came across this book!!! it was filled with wisdom that hit this mommas heart!!! the first few chapter made me cry! Thank you Jen!
About the author
With a degree in public relations and a background in marketing and education, Jen Babakhan left her career to take on motherhood. Her writing has appeared in Reader’s Digest, and has been featured in MSN, Yahoo, and AOL. She lives in California with her husband and two young boys. JenBabakhan.com
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