Sh*tty Mom: The Parenting Guide for the Rest of Us

This book made me laugh until I cried..........Sh*tty Mom is what EVERY mother thinks (at SOME point in her motherhood), and don't kid yourselves Moms, you DO think this way! Nobody is perfect - least of all us mothers. We make mistakes, we learn from our mistakes, all the while trying to do the best we can with what we've got - trying not to screw up our kids along the way. Moms, this book will give you coping skills to get through your highest highs and lowest lows - with a laugh!

If you're looking for actual instruction on how to be a parent, this is not the book for you. It is a funny reprieve from all the other baby and parenting books you are probably reading though. I've enjoyed it, and it does make you laugh out loud.

This book was hilarious. I've seen a few people n other sites talking about how this book is horrible and no one should trea their kids that way, blah, blah, blah. In a world today where everyone is always trying to one-up everyone, feed your kid organic, put them in the most elite school and everyone keep up with the Jones's is so nice to be able to read something that can highlight what it is really like to manage kids. Now im not saying you should use this as an actual guide to RAISE your child but it is a comical read that ANY mom can relate to. It was a great read and I will reccomend it to other moms as well :-)

This book made me laugh throughout the entire thing. Although some of the 'ideas' are a little bit out there, im sure most mothers have wished they could leave there kid in the car while they dash into a 711, and more. I have never laughed so hard, and wanted to share so many pages with my friends. Great book.

This is such a fun book for moms of every age that have a sense of humor and are realistic about "momming" and have no inflated expectations of the experience. Love the way this is written and my favorite chapter is the one about having a gay child (I have one!) Laughed all the way through:)

This book is SO funny!!! But, only read this if you have a sense of humor. I don't do everything or believe in everything that she says... but it is really funny. I read some of it out loud to my husband and we were both cracking up. I am going to recommend this to all of my stay at home mommy friends. I LOVED this book and thought it was GREAT!!!

From the reviews, I expected this to be laugh out loud funny, but it wasn't. If I had borrowed it from someone I wouldn't mind it and might have enjoyed it, but I just don't feel like it was worth paying for.

This book cracked me up. It's a good read for anyone that is a mother or plans to be one. I'd even say its good for people that never wants kids. It takes a lighter approach to parenting and take some unnecessary pressure off. Plus you'll laugh a lot reading it.

I too am a sh**ty mom. Lol all millennium moms and beyond will be so as well. Get over it.!!! My kid is a sh##ty kid as well . Everything in his life is ez and touch screen this and that. Ne waysss. I love loveeee this book. Thank you ladies. Buy it. Read it. Share it. I do! :)

But I didn't like this book at all.
I'm far from being a perfect mom, so I thought I'd like this book a lot. But I didn't. Didn't like how it was written, the content... anything really. Regret the time I spent reading... I should have taken a nap instead...

First the pro's: I found myself shaking my head "yes" during a few chapters in this book. Specifically the one advising you to stop having kids after baby #1! However, the negative thing about this book is that there is not truly much advice as it is mostly comical. There were many chapters where I couldn't tell if the authors were being serious or not. For example, the chapter on leaving your baby in the car to run a quick errand. Yes, they advise doing this for 3 min. tops and although logically there should be nothing wrong with this, it's not a socially acceptable (and illegal in my area) thing to do. So overall I was disappointed in this book as I didnt really find it much of a "guide". Good for a laugh, but that's about it. Hence the 3 stars.

When I purchased this book I thought it would be a funny insight to the little things you try and get away with as parents. After I read it I felt like the auther does not like her kids and tries to justify really being a s***ty mom. Was not at all amused with the humor.

Wow! This book is so hilarious. It needs to go on everyone's baby shower/stocking stuffer/mom birthday gift list RIGHT NOW. i was howling with laughter from cover to cover. I just loved all the writing and the fact that even though it was so funny and unsentimental i could tell moms with heart wrote this book. buy it now- you will thank me for all the laughs.

I will be honest, I have only skimmed through the book...
Of what I did read: There were a few parts that made me laugh, but others seemed to take forever to get to a point.
Overall it is a pretty cute book
*The 4 stars is for the content of the book only. The book came in great condition and on time.

I was expecting this book to be a funny, lighthearted parenting book where I could relate to the issues in the book. This book really disappointed me. I didn't find it funny or agree to any advice they gave. I know I'm far from a perfect parent, but I am happy to know that apparently I'm not a completely S***ty Mom after all.

I'd read an excerpt online that was quite funny, unfortunately the book vacillated between boring and slightly off putting. The excerpt in huff post was definitely the highlight. There was some bizarre British English for a book written by Americans/ about the US that didn't ring true.

I thought this book would be cute and funny, and i stopped reading it after about 5 chapters. It is depressing and awful. It compares having two children to Hitler being one of two children and has other ridiculous analogies throughout. I'm sorry to say I would never recommend this book to anyone.

Hilarious. like all the awful stories Louise C.K. tells about his kids but better.

Yes, children are precious little angels sent from heaven in a basket, but its okay to make fun of them too. Made me feel like a great mom. And i'm a dad. So that's saying something.

This book is intended to be a satire I think but it reads more like a manual of how to be a s*** mom! I read it and as I did it maid any mother feel like the job they do is not good enough! It tells parents to do things that in my opinion would be a danger to their child. I tried to take it as humor but in the end the book just is not funny a waste of time and money and offensive!

this book is obviously written by children raising children. I did not glean any good advice and the laughter was short lived. There was no real value if you are looking for how to help with parenting. if you are reading for just entertainment it may serve that purpose. for those who think parenting requires foul language this book maybe for you.

The women who wrote this book might have been going for laughs but I found it just tragic. If they are so adverse to being mothers and taking adequate care of their children perhaps they should not be moms at all. I was completely appalled that one woman said in order to sleep in late on Saturdays she puts food out on the table for her kid the night before and just leaves the cartoons on and if her kid comes in the bedroom to get her she just ignores the child! I would not reccomend this to ANYONE!

I frequently buy books that will make me laugh...which is why I ordered Sh*tty Mom. The chapter headings sounded so promising...so intriguing...Sadly enough, they were the best part of the book. Instead of finding kindred spirits, I discovered women who were catty, condescending, selfish and uninspiring. Sh*tty. Not funny. I'm returning it.

Let’s face it, does the perfect mother actually exist? I doubt it, and yet most days I’m striving to be that woman who can do no wrong, so I jumped at the chance to read a book about a s***ty mother. I assumed I could relate, and I could. Some of this story is funny…FUNNY. One of the gems is Ten Second Rule: Pacifier on the Ground and the disclaimer: If you are the kind of person who thought to bring a backup pacifier, this book isn’t for you. Sorry. Brilliant stuff. But some of the brilliance is intertwined with some dark, and possibly inappropriate humour that won’t be for everyone. Section 8 is titled: You Aren’t Paranoid. Everyone Does Hate Your Baby. Yeah, I didn’t laugh.

So read it and rejoice in the fact that we all mess up, and it’s okay. S*** happens (and I have the poopy diapers to prove it!).

Freaking hysterical, I'm reading this in some seriously uptight suburban tea shop.Laughing so hard over my fancy schmancy tea and salad that I think the quinoa just flew out of my nose. Omg, I seriously might have peed in my lululemons. This is the book and essential guide for any Mom who can embrace and feel proud of her crappy parenting style . If you do not think this book is absolutely the funniest and most honest look at parenting then I do not like you and you deserve to be featured in this book as a really annoying Mom.

The tone is uneven. Some chapters are clearly written for purely comedic value, some actually have some real advice. The only useful thing for me was reading the description of a moms reaction to reading tragic news involving children. It definitely ran true.

I laughed out loud before I even finished reading the Contents!

Take the S***ty Mom Quiz...go ahead. You know what you'll learn? That you are, like most of us, a S***ty Mom. And this is ok. The first step is acceptance, but the difference between this book and other parenting books is that this one will help you to be a s***ty mom and come out the other side with good kids and a clean conscience.

This book isn't for everyone. For example, if you brought a back-up pacifier instead of wiping your shorts on the one you just dropped on the ground before sticking it back in your baby's mouth, this book is not for you.

S***ty Mom is broken up into twelve sections, each consisting of a few short chapters. The moms take you through it all - from the last thing you need to do before you give birth (yes, get your roots done) and how to sleep until 9 AM every weekend (preparation is key), to how to put a stop to the awful nickname your father-in-law gave your kid and what to do when it comes to your attention that your kid is merely average.

I was actually smacking myself in the forehead at how the S***ty moms prep the house for the kids on a Friday evening!

Every chapter is full of hilarious tips, tricks, and truths, but be warned, the moms aren't all jokes and f-bombs. They lend a lighthearted hand in some of moms' more important duties - how to make sure your kid doesn't become a PDA-hole, how to leave your kids to go on a business trip, and how to celebrate when you think your kid might be gay.

Throughout the book, the S***ty Moms have also put helpful tips every S***ty Mom should remember in a box with a light bulb. For example:

"Some moms make athletes, S***ty moms make fans. Somebody's got to yell at the TV on Super Bowl Sunday."

This team of authors pushes the envelope, gets their readers laughing, and reminds all of us moms, you don't have to be perfect to get it right.

I highly recommend this book as a gift for the new mom or a mom-friend in your life that needs to brush up on her S***ty Mom skills.

This is really one of my favorite books. It reminds me that I am not alone in the journey of motherhood and to remember that no matter which situation we are in as moms its freaking hard. We need to support each other rater than judge one another. This book is hilarious! It does have some foul language in it so if u don't like the title don't get the book!

As a soon-to-be mom, the title of this book immediately caught my attention at the bookstore. S***ty Mom has, as you probably guessed, inappropriate language and un-pc thoughts on parenting. If you get past that and have any sense of humor, you will love this quick read. S***ty Mom is laugh out loud funny. With chapters such as 'Organized Sports Might Be Great for the Kids, but they Suck for You' and 'How to Drop Your Sick Kid Off at Daycare Before the Teacher Figures It Out', it's obvious this isn't a true guide to parenting. But what this book truly is, is hilarious. I plan to share S***ty Mom with some of my mom friends because it briefly takes the seriousness out of parenting and makes light of guilty thoughts that most moms have had or will have, and lets you know that you are human and there's no such thing as perfect parenting. Sometimes you just get by and do the best you can.

If you've ever slipped a sickish kid into preschool, said something racially awkward on the playground, or guarded the identity of your first string babysitter like a state secret, you might be a sh*tty mom. Don't worry! This book offers exactly the absolution and advice you need to survive the years (and years and years) of parenting ahead. Whether you need to laugh at yourself or scoff at the other moms, this book does the trick like magic, page after page. I'm Team Sh*tty. You should be, too.

This book was laugh-out-loud funny. This is not a self-help, new-mommy book, but most moms will be able to relate (whether we admit it or not!) to at least some portion of the book. It's light-hearted, fun, and a whole lot of tongue-in-cheek humor and I highly recommend it for anyone who wants a laugh.

I received a NetGalley copy in exchange for an honest review.

I found this book while browsing in a random furniture/fun decorating store & cracked the pages to read a chapter. I am a mother of a 2 year old & the words "Sh*tty Mom" somehow caught my attention with laughter. I bought it after one chapter immediately won me over & read it with my husband that night & throughout the week. We both burst out with laughter as we read & chuckled & agreed with the many things this book points out & all of the helpful advice it gives to our common motherly situations we all face one time or another. . This book is honest. it says things we all think, but never say except to maybe our husbands or our bestest friends who are moms who are not able to judge us because they are in the exact same shoes we are in. Reading this book allowed me to feel liberated & giddy knowing other moms think, feel & face every day situations just as i do without knowing them personally. I would recommend this book to every mom who needs a laugh & sense of understanding every once in a while.

About The Book: Sh*tty Momis the ultimate parenting guide, written by four moms who have seen it all. As hilarious as it is universal, each chapter presents a common parenting scenario with advice on how to get through it in the easiest and most efficient way possible. With chapters such as "How to Sleep Until 9 A.M. Every Weekend" and "When Seeing an Infant Triggers a Mental Illness That Makes You Want to Have Another Baby," as well as a Sh*tty Mom quiz, this is a must-have, laugh-out-loud funny book for the sh*tty parent in all of us.

About The Authors: Laurie Kilmartin is an Emmy-nominated writer for CONAN on TBS, and, as a stand-up comedian, has appeared on CONAN, Last Comic Standing, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Comedy Central. She lives in Los Angeles with her son. Karen Molineis a journalist and author who has written more than two dozen nonfiction books, as well as two novels. Karen and her son live in New York City. Alicia Ybarbo is a four-time Emmy award-winning producer. She has worked on NBC's TODAY show since 2000. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children. Three-time Emmy award-winning producer Mary Ann Zoellner has worked at NBC news for 16 years. She lives in New York City with her husband and two daughters.

My Thoughts About The Book: I have to admit that I was less than thrilled about the title of the book. I believed myself to be a good parent....but had to admit that babies and children do not come with an instruction manual. It was because of that that I chose to review this book. It was hilarious! It was a humorous group of anecdotes at how to survive life with a baby in the house. The preliminary quiz brought tears to my eyes. One of the questions was, "if your kid does have a 100 degree fever do you debate keeping him at home. I was laughing uncontrollable at that moment. I had a child who thought of every illness under the sun to come home from school and one day I told the teacher, "don't call me unless she has a fever of 105 and is writhing in the floor in convulsions." The teacher did not appreciate my sarcasm. I thought I was a scream. This book was my kind of book.

This is a very funny book and parents will probably find it hilarious. I did, and certainly I can sympathize with much of what's said here. How to keep your sanity with small hands reaching everywhere & no sleep is always going to get a reaction from me. What surprised me so much is the swearing and sheer punch of it - not something I expected in a book on motherhood. (BTW, dads will find a lot to laugh at here too).

Very funny but not recommended if more than a few shock swears will put you off.

I LOVE this book. Having just had my second baby within 16 months I was on the brink of a meltdown. I found this book when I was truly feeling like a sh*tty mom - I had forgotten to change my newborn's poopy diaper for hours after being distracted by my toddler, and later that day forgot to pick up my step-daughter from the bustop. Luckily my less sleep-deprived husband and God-send neighbor stepped in just in time. I have cried with laughter at every single chapter. Full on guffaws. I also only get about 47 minutes of sleep every night, so it's possible you should take this all with a grain of salt...but I don't think so. Well worth it. To quote from the book, I needed to know its ok to sometimes declare "I can't do this anymore! And then go sit in the car and eat cheese."

This book is a quick read, that made me laugh out loud several times... Disturbing the passengers around me on the plane. I'm so happy that I chose to ignore work on this flight and read this instead. Although I have no time for friends, this book made me feel like I have some sisters out there somewhere!

This book had me literally laughing out loud, which in turn caused my husband to insist I share with him, and we both laughed out loud. This is the book that will make you feel better for not being perfect, and having a goal to think about more in a day that healthy snacks and diaper routines.

This is not for the serious-minded or for those who are wanting "real" advice. Incredibly funny, this book will keep you laughing about how having a kid doesn't have to change your self-indulgent lifestyle. I highly recommend it for a good, quick, fun read.

I want to like this book as it was funny, but there are a lot of racist one-liners that just erk me. Four white women writing about how affordable Mexican nannies are and the inability to tell Black children apart. The comment about Arab kids throwing rocks was also really low. Sad part is the book would have been equally good without those lines. Wish they had chosen not to be racist. I would not buy this book and I actively warn friends about how offensive it is.

I bought this book for my wife for Mother's Day (we're adopting our first child) and she told me she would get around to reading it. I started randomly reading chapters and ended up reading the whole book. The Chapter on "Children Sports/Atheltics" is hilarious. I'm a soon to be dad and I have had these thoughts when I look at my sibling go through parenthood. I would even reccomend this books to father to be's also. Amazing book.

So funny, witty, everything-you-need for those days when you actually DO feel like a S***ty Mom. I laughed all the way through this book and, unless you don't have a sense of humor, you will, too. Heavy use of the f-word, though, sometimes a bit too much, so be forewarned.

Saw this book in a gift shop last Fall and skimmed thru a chapter. It was HI-LARIOUS so I bought a copy for my friend at Christmas. When the book arrived, I started to read thru it and found that, while it was still very witty with a dry/sarcastic sense of humor (just my style) it was SOOOO very inappropriate and rude!

Lots of cursing - one chapter is even called "Motherf***ing Babies on the Motherf***ing Plane" (not bleeped out). Also, discussing a few topics in a very disturbing way. Like, why your kid plays on the iPhone so much - because he hasn't discovered he has a penis yet. And make sure to save the "I could have aborted you" argument for when your child really screws up - like having a party and trashing your house - don't waste it on the 3 y.o. that spills her milk.

I did end up giving the book to my friend anyway, but not before I went thru the whole book with whiteout!

Here's a review from a slightly different perspective - I'm a 31 year old single guy with no kids, and I loved it.

I came across Sh*tty Mom while browsing in a local bookstore and started flipping through it since several of my friends and acquaintances were due to have their first/second children soon and I was in need of a good (unique) baby shower gift to drop off while I entertained their respective husbands for the afternoon. After reading a couple segments (ex: Things Your 4 Year Old Son Will Learn if You Accidentally Bring them Into the Women's Locker Room Instead of the Family Locker Room at the YMCA) I was literally laughing out loud and found that I couldn't put it down.

For some context - I grew up as the oldest of four siblings (three younger sisters) and saw many of these scenarios play out in several variations over the years, so I could certainly relate (even if not from a mother's perspective). Even if you don't connect with all of the segments, you'll find that the majority of this book is spot-on. The advice and scenarios are *just* barely over-the-top enough where you'll catch yourself completely agreeing with the author, and then laughing out loud guiltily as you mentally tack on "but I would never actually do that... would I?" to the end of your thought. This makes a perfect gift for new and experienced parents, or just a really hilarious coffee table book for just about anyone that has experienced the child rearing process first- or second-hand.

If you can't answer 'yes' to at least one of the questions in the Sh*tty Mom quiz then I suggest you put this book down and walk away. It takes time to get a little perspective on the whole parenting thing so don't despair, in another year or two, or after another child or two, you will be ready to enjoy the irreverent advice and humour found in this tongue in cheek guide to motherhood.

Sh*tty Mom: The Guide for Good Enough Moms has a structure similar to the early parenting guides you read so intently while you were pregnant but with chapter headings such as "How To Hand Off the Newborn Who just Filled a Diaper" and "Stop Looking for a Great Babysitter and Settle for One who Shows Up", it lacks the traditional wise and scientifically proven judgements passed down from pediatricians whose own children were raised by their (bilingual) nannies.

Essentially this is a stand up comedy show script with lines written strictly for audience reaction. I couldn't help but snigger here and there and even laughed loud enough for my husband to ask 'what was so funny?' on occasion. There were scenes that went a little far, even for my relaxed mothering style, but I am sure a redneck somewhere thought they were hilarious.

Even though there is little in this book in the way of serious, or even legal, advice there is a kernel of wisdom buried under the snarky wit and carefree attitude of Sh*tty Mom. Parenting is, at times, exhausting, thankless, and insanely competitive. Sometimes "good enough" is the best you can do, and that's OK.

The comsummate baby shower gift, or consolation prize for a friend going through that mom guilt! Or dad: the Sh*tty Mom doesn't exclude him!

I love how this book is laid out -- it reminds me of those For Dummies Books, which is appropriate because it's not just a humor book of anecdotes about being a sh*tty mom; it's really a parody how-to book, which amps up the funny to the snort-into-your-martini-while-ignorning-the-baby level. Each main section ends with a concise tip on how to streamline your sh*ttiness and make it really work to your advantage. The issues at stake are highly relatable, e.g. the instructions on how to give your baby its pacifier back after dropping it in the street without making onlookers call CPS (answer: stick it in your mouth to "clean" it). I felt a little worried upon reading the section called "How to Leave Your Baby in the Car While You Run Into a Store for a Few Minutes" because my gut reaction was, wait, really, could I REALLY get away with this? It was deliriously appealing to think that I could (though I wouldn't dare, and the tongue-in-cheek reveal about how not-okay this is was the recommendation to hide the baby under blankets... that brought me back to reality).

Just a little humor book? True, BUT: this book is very well written. The humor is sharp, modern, intelligent. The pages even feel nice and heavy. This was a labor of love for the writers, editors and publishers, and it shows. Now hand your toddler your iPad so you can read it.

This book was hysterical. I can't tell you how many times I laughed through out it. I read some of the 1/2/3 star reviews and wow. Lighten up people! This book was written to make people laugh, not to be taken in a literal way. Some mothers have internal thoughts about raising children, but feel bad expressing them. Just because these things are written and thought of, doesn't mean they will actually carry them out.

I chose this book to read and review because I was intrigued by the title. I must admit, it was laugh out loud funny. My son would look at me and ask "what are you laughing at now?" while I was reading. Kids don't come with an instruction manual. This book is very tongue in cheek and will make you laugh, whether you have one child or five.

Surrounded by moms who work so hard to be perfect and knowing how impossible that is I found this book to be just the right dose of reality! I loved this book because it made me laugh aloud. A lot. I am a sh***y mom and I am proud!

I have always been a "NO KIDS" kind of woman! I'm not giving up my career, adult conversations, and girl's night for some needy, helpless, socially inept person who requires all my attention! If I wanted that, I'd date more. That being said, after reading Shitty Mom, I firmly believe I can have my cake and eat it too! I realize that I can stil have my career and life while being a parent. My kid will thank me for letting them be an only child and will learn how to occupy himself! The authors will be on my side when I have a conference call or webinar and give great advice as to how to handle this! For any woman who wants it all, read Shitty Mom. This is a hilarious and frank parenting book for the 21st century mom who wants kids but also wants her life!

Sh*tty Mom is so funny and true. I real treat. Sh*tty Moms are not sh*tty writers. Anybody who has a kid can relate to this spot on material. Thanks for writing such a funny book.
I'm working on the sequel, "Crappy Dad."

Having 4 children, ages 25-14, this book cracked me up. A very tongue and cheek approach to parenting. I do remember the alarm going off early enough on a Saturday morning to make the 8 AM soccer game, and thinking " Is he/she EVEN going to play today...will they REALLY miss him/her?" A great read for seasoned and new parents alike!!!!

I have nothing against swearing or the honest to god truth about how hard parenting can be. But this book was just pointless because it wasn't even funny! They wrote this book and tried to be as extreme as possible but it isn't believable. Do these writers even have kids?

I got this book expecting a lighthearted look at motherhood and some laughs. About 10% of the book was amusing/engaging, the other 90% made me wonder why the authors even had children. If I could give it 0 stars I would. Complete waste of money.

After reading the reviews I ordered this book with expectations to receive a book filled with funny stories about raising children. Instead I received a tasteless and offensive piece of garbage. I simply cannot explain what I read. I was mortified that this book has such high ratings. I was angered after reading the first chapter. This book picks fun of children, mocks them for their "stupidity" and teaches you how to take advantage of the trust an innocent child has for their parents. It is absolutely ABSURD! There was one line in the book stating how you can parent with only giving 40% effort. This is what's wrong with everyone today. Put your phones and computers away and interact as humans with your children!!!

I have nothing against swearing because I bought a book with swearing in the title but this book just cusses for "fake" cool momitis not for the honest truth about how hard parenting can be. This book was just a waste of money because it wasn't even funny! They wrote this book and tried to be as extreme as possible. Come on "Celebrate" that your kid is gay because they won't be in a truck somewhere getting pregnant. Sorry, but at my kids high school there are some boys having sex in the restrooms. How is this better???
I feel used by the authors...buy our book and we will hand you S***.

Page 46 paragraphs 2&3
"Before we contine, let's pause for a moment and consider those poor parents who have forgotten their babies in the car, only to return ten hours later to find that the worst has happened. This is truly awful, and they have our empathy. Most important: It's not their fault. The real problem here is that babies do not know when to cry. It would behoove them to learn.
How is it that babies can scream through the night but when you're about to leave them in the hot car, not a peep? Do they even want to live? Why hasn't the evolutionary process hard-wired an "I'M IN THE BACKSEAT" scream into all babies' DNA? It is a glaring onus soo. That completely undermines Darwin's credibility."
Disgusting!!

It isn't a humor book, it is a "let's complain about how much being a mom sucks" book. If you like listening to women carry on and on about how s***ty their life as a mom is then you'll like this book. It just made me feel sorry for the writers and especially for their children. The worst part was that it wasn't even funny.

Overrated. Waste of 10 bucks. First few pages are great but the LOL moments fade away as you keep reading. Authors make several references to Iran that I found to not only be offensive but have no relevance whatsoever in this context other than the fact that shitty mom authors also have shitty political views (like supporting a preemptive strike on Iran) that have no place in a book that's trying to be funny and mostly failing.

There were certainly some scenarios in this book that made me chuckle out loud. i.e. lining up sippy cups already prepared when you're on the phone instead of pouring it mid conversation, but all in all I was not impressed with this book. Every mom at some point tries to cheat the system, tries to get away with the least amount of work possible. At no point when reading this did I get the sense that these moms loved their kids or even enjoyed spending time with them. I have no doubt they do, but this book wasn't about working moms struggling to keep their kids first in their lives. Instead this book was about working moms struggling to keep themselves and their careers first. I read this book with the hopes of finding some unity with other working moms but walked away feeling sorry for the kids and families. The only people who should read this book are the ones who don't want to have kids.