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

Laurie Kilmartin , Karen Moline , Alicia Ybarbo , Mary Ann Zoellner
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (137 customer reviews)

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Book Description

September 1, 2012
Sh*tty Mom is 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.

Praise for Sh*tty Mom:

“A totally hilarious and uncensored look at some of the impossible situations we mothers find ourselves in.” —TheBump.com

“Smartly, brashly, nearly criminally funny. It also—no small thing—carries a powerful message to all parents, but especially moms, that distilled to its essence is this: chill.” —Time.com

“As the attachment parenting craze has hit a zenith in American culture, four very funny moms—comedy writers, TV producers, and a novelist—blast open a long-locked safe filled with frustrations faced by all modern mothers, with sympathetic and sharp humor. . . . The authors’ unfiltered candor is a welcome reminder for readers that they're not alone. . . .” —Publishers Weekly starred review

“Both funny and practical.” —Brooklyn Based.net

"Hilariously entertaining. A must-read survivor's guide for every mother!"
--Christy Turlington Burns, founder of Every Mother Counts

“Finally, Sh*tty Mom does for motherhood what Chelsea Handler does for female scatology. It’s a long overdue little burst of honesty from the supposed minority of mothers who are, in fact, not that maternal. . . . After a generation of supermoms one-upping each other in dead earnest on playgrounds and schoolyards, the emerging mass appeal of Sh*tty Mom is a welcome relief.” —The New York Observer

"Witty, wise, and wicked! With tongue planted firmly in cheek, these savvy moms dispense some much needed comic relief about raising kids in our crazy culture."?
--Dr. Harvey Karp, bestselling author of The Happiest Baby on the Block

“The most inappropriate parenting book I've ever read. Loved it. The perfect book for any mother who wants to laugh instead of cry at those cringe-worthy moments and the universal indignities we experience on a daily basis.”
--Jessica Seinfeld, bestselling cookbook author and founder of Baby Buggy

“An antidote to the hostage situation that is modern parenting…subversive, delicious, and spit-out-your-latte funny.”
--Pamela Druckerman, bestselling author of Bringing Up Bebe

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Editorial Reviews

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"Smartly, brashly, nearly criminally funny...it also carries a powerful message to all parents, but especially moms, that distilled to its essence is this: chill." (Time Magazine)

"Not often does it happen to me that I open up a "parenting" book and I find myself laughing, nodding and reading-out-loud to anyone who happens to be in the room with me." (babble.com)

"This book will have you in stitches...grab a glass of wine and enjoy--it's the antidote to a rough day on the front lines." (momtrends.com)

"Containing personal anecdotes from all four authors about navigating the minefield of motherhood, from scheduling conference calls while the kids are at home to successfully dropping the children off at camp, the no-nonsense tome hopes to help other mothers realize parenting is a challenge for everyone, but humor can help." (People)

"If you've having a bad Mom day, yelling at your kids because you're in a foul mood or ducking out during homework time because you'd rather play on your smartphone than tackle sixth grade math all over again, take heart: There are four women out there who know you're not perfect, and they're here to give you a break." (NBC Today Moms)

About the Author

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 Moline is 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.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Abrams Image (September 1, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1419704591
  • ISBN-13: 978-1419704598
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.8 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (137 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,442 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Made me feel like a great mom. Super Jaxxon  |  19 reviewers made a similar statement
A definite recommended read for every mom or mom to be! sandy  |  20 reviewers made a similar statement
This book made me laugh out loud. blushpink  |  26 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
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.
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21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Laugh Out Loud September 9, 2012
Format:Hardcover
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.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious August 28, 2012
Format:Hardcover
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!!!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious, quick read!
I bought this book based on the title alone. I could not put it down for pretty much the whole day and was so sad when I finally finished it! Read more
Published 22 hours ago by Jseg048
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Team Sh*tty
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,... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Peyton Price
1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible Book!
This book is intended to be a satire I think but it reads more like a manual of how to be a s*** mom! Read more
Published 2 days ago by Aron
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, super funny
I laughed out loud more than a few times. Seriously funny...good for moms at any stage. I have recommended it heartily.
Published 5 days ago by S. Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESEOME!
Very funny and sarcastic view of parenting. LOOOVE it! Not for the faint at heart and not to be taken literally.
Published 16 days ago by Brenda L. Gilpatrick
1.0 out of 5 stars Really a pointless book.
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... Read more
Published 23 days ago by Mother May I
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny
I was surprised on how funny and amused I was when reading this book. There needs to be more parental like this.
Published 27 days ago by Springs Family
5.0 out of 5 stars Very funny!
I loved it! My friend recommended it and I am glad she did. Very real, but not for easily insulted moms...very real and funny!
Published 1 month ago by Lania Rodgers
5.0 out of 5 stars OMG Laughed and Laughed some more
If you are offended by rough language,then just stop right now and do not buy this book. If your a mom with a since of humor please purchase because it make u laugh and want to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jackie3414
4.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
This is a great book with some comical relief on the not so pretty aspects of being a mom! You obviously have to have an open mind but it was nice reading something that wasn't so... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Adye
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