When Namulanta became a mother, she felt overwhelmed with the prospect of raising a daughter in today’s world. From establishing boundaries with men and contending with unrealistic beauty standards, to navigating the pressure to have a successful career as well as be the homemaker – the expectations that a young woman must face are daunting. 
 
  
 
  Realising that it truly takes a village to raise a child, Namulanta turned to her family and friends for advice, capturing their wisdom in heartfelt letters addressed ‘Dear Daughter. . .’ 
 
  
 
  What started as a personal project blossomed into a successful podcast, touching thousands of listeners around the world. Women from all walks of life shared invaluable lessons, inspired to forge a positive path for young women to follow. This book is a powerful collection of that wisdom, exploring the themes every young woman encounters as she grows: sex, marriage, femininity, spirituality, body image, career, prejudice, grief, safety and friendships. Within the pages, there is space for you to add your own letters and answer questions prompted by Namulanta’s thoughtful guidance. Over time, you’ll create a beautiful collection of memories and wisdom to pass down through generations – a family heirloom in the making.