Synopsis Filled with humor, sarcasm, and biting criticism of the mind-boggling amount of mothering advice available, Stefanie Widler-Taylor’s hilarious collection of essays present the darker side of becoming a mother. From drinking during pregnancy to dreaded Mommy and Me classes, Widler-Taylor touches on just about everything with panache and flair.
Friends, family, colleagues, the delivery guy--suddenly everybody is a trove of advice, much of it contradictory and confusing. With dire warnings of what will happen if baby is fed on demand and even direr warnings of what will happen if he isn't, not to mention hordes of militant "lactivists," cosleeping advocates, and books on what to worry about next, modern parenthood can seem like a minefield. In busy Mom-friendly short essays, Wilder-Taylor delivers the empathetic straight dirt on parenting, tackling everything from Mommy & Me classes to attachment parenting. She combines practical tips with humor and honesty, assuring women that they can be good mothers and responsibly make their own choices. This antidote to trendy parenting texts and scary case studies provides support, encouragement, and common-sense advice.--From publisher description.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2006-03-28 |
| Size | | Length: | 218 pages | | Height: | 8.3 in | | Width: | 5.5 in | | Thickness: | 0.5 in | | Weight: | 9.6 oz |
Publisher's Note A lighthearted and reassuring reference for new mothers offers counsel on how to sift through intimidating and contradictory "expert" advice, sharing straightforward and real-world principles on everything from Mommy and Me classes to attachment parenting philosophies.
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