The Bathtub Is Overflowing but I Feel Drained: How to Defeat Mommy Stress

by Lysa TerKeurst

Lysa TerKuerst, mother of five and President of the Proverbs 31 Ministries, knows about the bouts of “mommy stress” that come with parenting and managing a home and a life. From her own experience and conversations with hundreds of other women, Lysa shares how mothers can release their mommy guilt when they— Overflowing with practical ideas, short Bible studies, and plenty of encouragement, this inspiring resource will help overwhelmed mothers turn to God’s grace as their lifeline.

Genres: Parenting, Religion, Christian Non Fiction, Nonfiction, Spirituality

208 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2006

About the author

Lysa TerKeurst is president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the New York Times best-selling author of Univited, The Best Yes, Unglued, Made to Crave, and 18 other books. Her newest book, It’s Not Supposed to be This Way, is scheduled for release in November of 2018. Lysa was recently awarded the Champions of Faith Author Award and has been published in multiple publications such as CNN and Fox News online. Additionally, she has appeared on the Today Show as one of the leading voices in the Christian community.

Each year, Lysa is a featured keynote presenter at more than 40 events across North America, including the Women of Joy Conferences and the Catalyst Leadership Conference. She has a passion for equipping women to share their stories for God's glory through Proverbs 31 Ministries' annual She Speaks Conference and writer training program, COMPEL: Words That Move People.

Connect with Lysa on social media @lysaterkeurst or at http://lysaterkeurst.com/.

Reviews

[Go2therock · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes, this has taken me a while to finish, but that's because of Life. During times when I couldn't get to this book, the title alone offered me a warm hug of empathy and encouragement. Lysa is always refreshingly honest and relatable, and my times with her on those morning when we've shared scripture and reflections have been full of edification, conviction, growth, and lots of humor. Personally, my life has taken some major dips during this season, so her examples have missed the depth mark for me every so often. That's ok, God's word has always been exactly what I've needed, and the lessons and applications have aligned perfectly with my personal challenges. Great devotional for all Moms in all seasons.

[Dana · Rating 4 out of 5]

I started reading this book with a MOMs group that I was apart of, but we quickly found that it wasn't a great "group discussion" type of book. I did, however, treasure each chapter as I was going through it the last few months on my own. It seems like every time I picked it up, I had already thought and prayed about that particular issue or idea that the author was describing in her book. This was just a great book that had wonderful "words in season" for my life.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Um...hello!? This is SO my life right now! Lysa TerKeurst reminds moms of why they are truely put here on this earth while hysterically relating her "mom-mishaps" to mine. I love her voice throughout the book.

[Heidi Shearer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like the format of this book for moms with young children - short chapters and a page or two of questions. Good for group or individual. Luda has a hospitable style that invites people in. She is a practical, Biblical writer.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really good book.
Lysa talks about things she has went through.
She has prayers and questions in this book.
A really great read.

[Jacobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is by far the best "past-time" to Mommy stress and peace of mind, I have seen in a long time!!

[Maggie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What's really important about being a mom? What's really important in life? What's really important me or GOD?

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and would recommend it to any momma!

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always love Lysa TerKeurst. She writes as if she's sitting there talking to you. I enjoyed this book. I was able to learn and think about a few things. I am thankful for the different suggestions and thoughts. I am looking forward to trying them out. I think that this is a wonderful Bible Study and I would recommend this book to other ladies.

[Melissa (Semi Hiatus Until After the Holidays) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm way past the mommy stage of life, so that might have affected my perspective, but Terkeurst is a great writer with lots of insightful things to say. Good book for those at the overwhelmed stage of parenthood (although those are the women who won't have time to read this)

[Sarah Campbell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I got a few good nuggets of wisdom from this book, but overall I think the author tries to cover so many topics that she's only able to scratch the surface of each.

[Tiffani · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book! One of the first that my book club at church read.