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Randi Latzman is a Speech-Language Pathologist turned stay-at-home mom and influential mommy author. Latzman started her blog, Surviving Mom Blog, in the summer of 2020 to share her story and support other moms through her empowering words.

Latzman’s blog writing quickly evolved into poetry writing about her journey through motherhood and the trials and tribulations that comes with being a parent. Her writing has continued to gain attention and shows exponential growth each year since its debut in 2020.

Randi Latzman lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and 11-year-old daughter.   

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Raw and Powerful Poetry for Mothers**Author and maternal inspiration, Randi Latzman, uses her own journey through motherhood to guide fellow mamas through the rollercoaster ride of raising a child. This is poetry for mothers, by a mother who has seen it all.** 

Not just surviving motherhood, but thriving through it. Whether you’re a new mom or a total pro, you’ll learn how to soak up every moment in motherhood, while still leaving room for your own growth. This is poetry about healing, evolving, learning, and living as a mother in these current times.

Read beautiful poems about motherhood, and learn how to navigate the hardest job in the world. This is poetry for first time moms figuring everything out, for long-time moms rediscovering themselves, and for every mother in between. It’s motherhood poetry in its realest form. One of the rare books about motherhood that doesn't shy away from the good, the bad, and the overwhelming.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Guidance on how to navigate your emotions while performing the toughest job on the planet
• Real-life inspiration for moms at all stages of motherhood
• Poetry for mothers who need to know they aren’t alone on their journey

If you liked From One Mom to a Mother, The Sweetest Little Blueberry, or Dear Motherhood, you’ll love From the Heart of a Mother.

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Writer and maternal inspiration, Randi Latzman, uses her own journey through motherhood to guide fellow mamas through the rollercoaster ride of raising a child. This is poetry for mothers, by a mother who has seen it all.

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Firstborn


 It was you

whose flutter in my belly

left imprints in my heart. 

 It was you

whose kick awakened

something deep within my soul. 

 It was you

who grew within me

as I grew too. 

 It was you

that felt so unknown,

but also so familiar. 

 It was you

that showed me

the miracles of my body. 

 It was you

that left me breathless

as I held you in my arms. 

 It was you

whose cry from trembling lips

left me in waves of despair. 

 It was you

who showed me

how deeply I could love. 

 It was you

who first locked eyes with me

and whispered “Mama.” 

 It was you

who gave me

the most humbling and awe-inspiring role. 

 It was you

who left me with crippling doubt

and endless uncertainty. 

 It was you that forever changed me.

It was you.

My firstborn. 



Holding On


 I know I have to let you go as you get older,

but I’m focusing on holding on. 

 Holding on to being your biggest fan and cheerleader.

Holding on to the warmth of your smile and the sound of your laughter.

Holding on to feeling so deeply, no matter your age.

Holding on to how grateful I am to be your mom. 

 Holding on to the twinkle in your eyes when I tell you that I love you.

Holding on to the promise that I will always offer you guidance, advice, and support.

Holding on to carrying you in my heart, wherever you may go.

Holding on to the beauty of the past, the gift of the present, and the joy of the future. 

 Holding on to the feeling of your head gently resting on my shoulder.

Holding on to the unconditional love between a mother and a child.

Holding on to the privilege of raising an amazing person.

Holding on to the reality that letting you go doesn’t mean that I can’t hold on to all of these things. 

 So I can let go.

But know I will always be there holding on. 



Inhalt

Foreword 
 From This Mother’s Heart 
 Section I: Moms-to-Be and Early Motherhood 
 Section II: Trials and Tribulations of Motherhood 
 Section III: Moms of School-Age and Older Kids 
 Final Musings of My Heart 
 Acknowledgements 
 About the Author