Beck, Martha - Expecting Adam (Paperback)

In Expecting Adam: A True Story of Birth, Rebirth, and Everyday Magic, Martha Beck shares her deeply personal journey of unexpected pregnancy during her time at Harvard University. She and her husband, John, both deeply entrenched in the pursuit of academic success, are confronted with a life-altering decision when they discover their unborn son, Adam, has Down syndrome. Against the advice of peers and medical professionals, they choose to continue the pregnancy, leading them to reevaluate their definitions of success and happiness. Beck's memoir is a candid and often humorous exploration of the challenges and revelations that accompany the arrival of a child with special needs, highlighting the profound impact Adam has on their lives and perspectives.

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