A humorous antidote to all parenting books, from four mothers, on how to fake it and find shortcuts to stop your child running and ruining your life. Also explains how to survive other parents. Learn how to ignore, avoid, threaten and lie in 50 easy mini chapters. The authors are all comedy writers in the US.
Sh*tty Mom is the ultimate parenting guide from four experienced moms offering a hilarious and relatable take on common parenting scenarios. Each chapter provides practical advice for navigating challenges with humor and efficiency, featuring topics like “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.” The book includes a Sh*tty Mom quiz, making it a must-have for parents seeking laughter amid the chaos. Praise highlights its comedic and candid approach, with TheBump.com calling it a “totally hilarious” look at motherhood. Time.com notes its smart humor and powerful message to parents to relax. Publishers Weekly commends the authors for their unfiltered candor, reminding readers they’re not alone in their struggles. Brooklyn Based.net describes it as both funny and practical, while Christy Turlington Burns calls it a “must-read survivor's guide.” The New York Observer appreciates its refreshing honesty in a culture of supermoms, and Dr. Harvey Karp praises its witty and wise commentary on parenting. Jessica Seinfeld finds it the “most inappropriate parenting book” she’s read, perfect for mothers wanting to laugh rather than cry. Pamela Druckerman calls it an antidote to the challenges of modern parenting, delivering humor that resonates deeply.