SheKnows.com Presents - The Mommy Files: Secrets Every New Mom Should Know

by Jen Klein, Betsy Bailey (Foreword), Nancy J. Price (Foreword)

And Jen Klein knows motherhood. She's survived changing a soiled diaper in a truck-stop bathroom while suspending a baby in mid-air. She's witnessed the judgment of the so-called Mommy Mafia." She's found dried applesauce on her shirt. And in her hair. And the baby's hair. And the dog's fur. Here she reveals secrets she's learned along the way about mastering the art of motherhood, from how to handle strangers who ask how much weight you've gained to (finally!) getting them on the big yellow bus--on time and with clean underwear. Inside "SheKnows.com Presents: The Mommy Files" you'll find:


Your mom didn't know what she was doing either
A pediatrician is your partner, not your adversary
Playgroups are for moms more than they are for kids
Just because they can talk doesn't mean they can reason
Being a supermom is all about asking for help
Disclosed here in a friendly, wry look at motherhood, Jen Klein takes you through each lovable (and less than enjoyable) step toward that coveted title that will be screamed at you so many times in the years to come: "Mommy!"

Genres: Nonfiction

224 pages, Paperback

First published March 18, 2010

Reviews

[Freda Mans-Labianca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Being a mother, when I saw the opportunity to review a parenting book I jumped on it. However I was not able to connect with any of the content. Both of my children are teenagers, and this book and its information, pertains to pregnancy and up to 5 years old when the child starts school. Since I am way past this stage, it was irrelevant to me.
I, do however, believe that if you are considering pregnancy or are pregnant, especially if this is a first child for you, you should definitely get a copy of the book. Even husbands should read it too! They can use all the same information to help on the wonderful journey of parenting!

[J. Andar · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a cute book, and I finished it, but I didn't learn too much from it which was my main problem with it. At the same time it was somewhat reassuring to hear feedback from other moms who've had the same thoughts and feelings as I have. I also liked some of the quotes. Worth browsing and borrowing. Not sure I'd say it's worth buying and bookshelf space.

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

My sister wrote this book.