On the Whole

In On the Whole, Ona Gritz candidly shares her experiences navigating motherhood with cerebral palsy, revealing how her understanding of her disability deepened with the demands of caring for her newborn. Through lyrical and heartfelt storytelling, she explores the physical challenges she faces and her longing to fulfill the universal desire to be the perfect mother. The memoir offers an honest and intimate look at the intersection of identity, disability, and parenthood.