This book is what every mother needs in her life. As someone who has seen Melanie Dale speak in person (and left craving more of her humor and truth), this book did not disappoint. Her personality flies off of each page, as does her love of being a mother paired with the reality of the whole parenting gig.

This book described in one word: refreshing. I've read the parenting books; the ones that leave you feeling inadequate and incapable. Melanie is real. She addresses all the "hot topics" in a way that makes you feel like someone out there sees you, understands you, and makes you feel a little less insane. Parenting little ones and trying to achieve the unrealistic mothering standards this social media driven world has thrust at us can be maddening. It's refreshing to find someone who encourages readers to lighten up, enjoy your kids, enjoy your spouse (from afar, amen!), and laugh through the challenges.