Auténticas soluciones para madres atareadas: Su guía para el éxito y la sensatez

by Kathy Ireland

¿Quieres soluciones auténticas?Eres madreÉ y eso significa que a veces te sentirás abrumada y poco apreciada. Tratas de balancear tu matrimonio y la crianza de tus hijos con la responsabilidades de administrar tu casa, el presupuesto familiar y tu carrera. Necesitas ayuda. Necesitas soluciones auténticas ¡ahora mismo!Kathy Ireland entiende tu situación. Es esposa, madre de tres hijos y Directora Ejecutiva de una compañía internacional. Kathy ofrece esperanza, aliento y respuestas prácticas basadas en su experiencia personal, su genuino interés por ayudar a las familias y las preocupaciones que le cuentan madres de todo el país con las que conversa.Prudencia en las finanzas...un hogar feliz...salud y bienestar...lo mejor de ti mismo...una fe renovada...todo eso lo hallarás en este libro.Auténticas soluciones para madres atareadas es una fuente de consulta que ayudará a ti y a tu familia a lograr el éxito y el equilibrio en la vida diaria...a partir de hoy.

256 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 18, 2009

About the author

Kathleen Marie "Kathy" Ireland is an American former-model, actress, entrepreneur, CEO and designer of her eponymous brand product marketing company, Kathy Ireland Worldwide.

Reviews

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t know much about Kathy Ireland, other than knowing she was a super model. I knew she had a business and wow, when you look her up- her net worth is quite a bit. So her business must be thriving and honestly, she must be doing something right.

Nothing was really new to me in this book; however her insights are shared in such a calm and easy demeanor. She presents her ideas in an attainable way that I’m thinking “I can implement that.” She’s reachable. Her writing is down to earth. She knows she has a lot of gifts and is uber blessed but doesn’t throw it in the reader’s face. Her insight is on point.

Page 154 really moved me- I have a ton of self doubt about my “mom skills.” It really hit home.

I appreciate her Christian take. I’m Catholic and her candid use of the Bible resonated with me.

Easy, relaxing, and supportive read. Recommended for all the parents out there.

[D · Rating 3 out of 5]

The only reason why I gave this book an average rating was because I knew most of the information in it, when it came to cleaning house and financial advice. However, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that Kathy is a Christian, and seems to know how to handle so many personal situations in life the Christian way. If I was only rating on that perspective (and the last chapter concentrates heavily on that), I would have rated it 5 stars. Kathy gave so many good examples of what to do when in a bad situation, that I would highly recommend this book to be read, especially by young mothers starting out.

[Kristi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I bought this book from the dollar store for a buck, and I got my money's worth! While the information and solutions weren't at all new to me, I really did enjoy Kathy's perspective. She comes across as a truly genuine, kind, positive, caring Christian woman who lives her life for Christ and it was nice to read an uplifting, motivating little book. She inspired me to continue to live my life for Him.

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

I did not have high expectations, but found that some of the tips were fairly helpful despite this being an older book. The writing style was not excellent, but she's a businesswoman, not a writer so that's to be expected.

[SKN83 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would say that moms as well as dads should read this book at least once!

[Tanya · Rating 2 out of 5]

From her Christian perspective, Kathy Ireland shares her tips on money, a happy and healthy home environment, keeping kids safe including information about computer safety and current trends in substance abuse, and making oneself a priority. Not much new here, but a useful reminder of the need to have your priorities in order and then make choices based on those priorities.

p 41 - "What does having it all really mean, anyway? Your "all' needs to be just that -yours. You need to define it. Don't allow someone's fantasy to become your blueprint for living. Your life, like your fingerprints, will be different from someone else's. It's your unique gift from God. Be careful that you don't let another person's definition of happiness substitute for yours."

Throughout the book, she shares what is working for her, but is not overly preachy until the last chapter, which is to be expected since it is all about faith. I found that the story of her husband and his boating crisis off the coast of the Channel Islands was a true testament of her faith in the power of prayer.

p 91 - "Your family interactions will be most effective if everyone strives to meet three goals: communicate clearly, communicate directly and communicate with love."

I can see in my own life that I can strive for these goals of effective communication and I will need to let go of my expectations that others can embrace the same ideals. Perhaps this will help me to be more forgiving in the relationships I struggle with the most.

p 100 - "You are your own brand. you might be thinking, The girls' gone crazy. I'm not a brand. I'm a person. Yes, you are a brand. We all are, whether we like it or not. Every encounter we have with someone leaves a lasting brand impression. The question is, what kind of brand are we? Are we kind, loyal, innovative, efficient? Do we get results? Do we consider showing up for work or an appointment ten minutes early as being on time? Or are we perpetually late? Are we negative? Do we have trouble getting along with others? Are we complicated? Do we bring "personal stuff" with us wherever we go? If we need to make a change, let's do so today.

I have long thought that one of the things we truly "own" is our personal integrity. That's why the above paragraph stuck with me. It's something my husband and I try to impart to our children. Again, it still comes back to priorities and those must be in order first so actions can be intentional.

[Holly (2 Kids and Tired) · Rating 3 out of 5]

After her modeling career, Kathy Ireland focused on her family and building a business. Here she shares some simple ideas for balancing your life. Based on Christian principles she offers up a casual, easy to read book about being the best wife and mom you can.

For the most part, there is nothing new or groundbreaking here. But, as I read, I found myself being reminded of those obvious things we sometimes forget: better ways to manage money, communicating with our children, making our home a place of happiness. I loved her thought of "every home needs happiness".

Kathy talks as if she's your good friend, dispensing advice and offering comfort. Each chapter has sections on real life, with solutions to problems. It's a book that offers hope and help together. It's easily read in one or two sittings and it's a book you could go back to again and again.

An honest, practical book about being a mom.

[Lanette · Rating 1 out of 5]

After seeing that the very first chapter didnt' apply to me, I decided to skim the pages until I found something applicable. Before I knew it, I'd come to the end of the book without finding anything to catch my attention. I found the advice to be too general and sugar-coated. I did not find one tidbit or piece of wisdom to take away from this book that hasn't already been said in every other 'mothering' book out there. Like many moms, I struggle with organization and keeping the house clean... but there wasn't any practical advice on either of those topics... It seemed to me that most of the 'questions' dealt with older children, not preschool or elementary aged. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this one...

[Susie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kathy Ireland will be speaking this month at the Mothers of Preschoolers meeting I attend, so I thought I would preread her book.

I enjoyed this book, and thought that parts of it were very insightful. Most of it reiterated common sense and common advice. It is a very Christian-based book; keep that in mind if you plan to read it.

It turns out that I will be missing the meeting when she is speaking; I was really looking forward to meeting her. =(

[Asher · Rating 1 out of 5]

I could not finish reading this. I got about half way through and stopped. I thought there would be more substance - how to build a stronger foundation or stepping stones to where you want be or achieve in life and still be a great parent. I was greatly disappointed because that is not this book. It's a of a Q & A type of book and nothing in it that I don't already know or haven't already tried. Too bad.

[Elissa Barbosa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did not read this book cover to cover but I do admire Kathy Ireland, she's beautiful inside & out, loves the Lord and is genuinely happy and has great balance in her life...she uses great ideas and puts them in a nice read to remind you of practical things to help a busy mom, such as myself! I will go back & refer to this when I need some mom role support and refreshing reminders! Thanks to my mom for this great read & addition to my Library :)

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good advice. Personally I had to get thru the financial info at the beginning since I already knew that info, then it got interesting. I esp. liked her comment that whenever you add a responsibility, you're giving something up time-wise. She also had good thoughts on defining a happy life and your dreams. This helped me to define my expectations for myself as a mom and then I was happier with what I accomplish each week.

[Yara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Christian perspective on motherhood. Nothing ground-breaking, but I liked her analogy of anchors and engines. "What happens when the speedboat's anchor is resting on the bottom of the lake? No matter how much you gun the engine, the boat goes nowhere. Too many of us . . . are stuck because we're trying to drag an anchor along behind us."

[Howard Books]

Dubbed a "best friend to working mothers" (The Times, London), former supermodel and a supermom herself, Kathy Ireland maintains that moms "can do it all, just not all at once" in this invaluable resource.

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was kind of common sense stuff. I agreed with most stuff in the book but didn't get much out of it. Not worth the read really.

[Tawni · Rating 2 out of 5]

okay, more about the finances of a mom not so much life as I was thinking it would be...