Thank you for the ARC.

I’ve seen her on tik tok and I have little ones. I’m not a big self-help book person. But I was curious and I was entertained with her insights.

I like that the end of every chapter had a small summary.

I got an ARC of this book.

I don't have young kids. I married someone with two teen boys. My kids are technically both adults now, but have never really had a good father. I want to be as much as a good father as they will let me be. So I follow some gentle/responsive parenting people. I was excited for a book, books make sense to me.

This book didn't really offer anything though. Then the language was also eh, like the author literally warns that she will use words that get around the tiktok censor filters. Why? It is a book. You do not have that filter. You can say die, died, murdered, ect. Most of this book was geared towards younger kids and it was incredibly repetitive. Half the length would have given the same information and felt more complete.

I really did appreciate that she made certain points to protect her children. She doesn't use names. She doesn't give identifying information. She allows them autonomy. Instead she focuses on her reactions and her feelings. This is huge.

While I don't recommend the book, I do recommend following her on social media. She has great short videos that give you all of this book.

I went into Momma Cusses blindly and quested it on NetGalley purely by the title making me laugh. So I didn’t know prior to reading that Gwenna Laithland is a bit of a TikTok parenting un-expert sweetheart. Really related to the tagline of not wanting to be the reason my kid needs therapy one day 😂.

My experience with Momma Cusses is that it’s a bit like a hug from another mama who “gets” it. It felt like it would be a bit of a long read over one or two days, but I spread it out over a couple of months and enjoyed the little nuggets of reality and relatability… and the gentle support!

As usually with these kind of non-fiction books, I very much appreciated the end of chapter summaries that kind of leave you with little nuggets of information. Overall I found her advice sound but not rocket science, and appreciated the humourous reminders in really easy to understand language.

Thank you Gwenna, NetGalley and SMP for the arc to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are mine!

I have followed Gwenna’s journey since pretty close to the beginning. Before the fun hair colors, when it was bangs and pig tails. I’ve loved be a viewer and she’s incredibly relatable. I was so excited that she wrote a book because her advice is truly top notch. I loved and enjoyed the tips and really enjoys another perspective. I am for sure going to use my next audio credit on this book. Thank you for allowing me to read this, truly so enjoy

I've been an avid follower of Gwenna Laithland's engaging content on TikTok for quite some time, and her book is an absolute must-read, particularly if you're like me and haven't delved into many parenting books. "Momma Cusses" is a delightful gem that I thoroughly enjoyed. Not only does it provide invaluable advice and relatable anecdotes, but it also made me feel seen as a parent navigating the challenging terrain of child-rearing.

One of the standout sections in the book addresses the ubiquitous "mom guilt," and it resonated with me in a profound way. It's a powerful reminder that parenting is no walk in the park; it's a constant journey of adapting to your child's ever-evolving needs. "Momma Cusses" serves as a compassionate reminder to extend yourself a little grace in this demanding role.

I wholeheartedly recommend this book if you're in search of a parenting guide that is refreshingly realistic, free from clinical jargon, and deeply relatable. As an extra note, I can only hope that an audiobook version is in the works, and if it were narrated by Gwenna Laithland herself, I'd be first in line to listen!

I absolutely adore Gwenna's YouTube channel and this book only adds to that. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, heck even if you never intend to parent, I still suggest picking this up. Thoroughly enjoyed!

First I wanna say thank you NetGalley for this wonderful arc of one of my favorite TikTok creators works. I have watched her work and always wondered how does she parent so amazingly or I wanna be like that and I’m sure you probably have to if you’ve hear of her. This felt like we were sitting across each other coffee in hand as I was given parenting advice and not just boring parenting advice you know the ones that make you feel like your bad parent for your kid no. She based this whole book on why you’re such a good parent for your child as well so don’t worry about that problem. I definitely recommend this to any moms, new moms or even moms to be!!

Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

As a fan of Gwenna Laithland's content on Instagram, I w as so excited to read her book! It was a really fun read I totally read in her voice. I thought it had a lot of wisdom and humour.

This book has something for every parent. Some advice may not be relevant but I'm confident that you'll find a lot of humour and wisdom that will resonate with you

Not gonna lie. I was hoping for a hysterically funny book, sort of like Erma Bombeck crossed with Jenny Larson. You know, about all the stupid crap we do as parents. Instead, it was a parenting book. My youngest is almost 17; I just couldn’t get into this book. The advice she gives is good, but I would not use that title, because it led me to believe it was something else entirely.

Probably an excellent read if you still have little ones at home or you haven’t been a parent yet.

If you follow this author on any social media platform then you’ve heard her talk and this book is like sitting down with her and having a long talk. A sweary talk! Which I’m here for! I’ve already raised my children but it’s nice to have a current input on raising children or even just dealing with children. Or even life. She made it entertaining while educating and I love her outlook! Many thanks to the publisher and netgalley for this copy for read and review

I Picked this one up for my daughter-in-law so that she too could feel that it was OK to let go sometimes.
With Laithlands humorous stories and non-judgy insights, the time my grandson is ready to really work her nerves; this pre-ordered (wonder) book will be at her door.

I know that my daughter-in-law follows Laithland on Tik Tok, I just hope that she enjoys the book as much as I did.

Thank you, NetGalley\Gwenna Laithland\
St. Martin's Press\ For this Incredible e-Arc in advance for my review. My opinions are of my own volition.

Parenting is like juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle on a tightrope over a pit of alligators - or so they say. If you've ever felt like the parenting manuals were written in Martian, then "Momma Cusses" by Gwenna Laithland is your Rosetta Stone to decoding the chaotic world of raising tiny humans.

Laithland is the parenting unexpert we've all secretly wished for. She doesn't have a magic recipe for perfect parenting; instead, she's got a cauldron of sarcasm, a pinch of snark, and a whole lot of relatability. In "Momma Cusses," she takes us on a hilarious journey through the minefield that is parenthood, all while making you snort-laugh and nod in fierce agreement.

Laithland isn't here to sugarcoat or preach from a lofty pedestal. She's in the trenches with us, battling toddler tantrums and teenage eye-rolls.

"Momma Cusses" entertains and educates with style. Laithland breaks down the complex world of responsive parenting vs. reactive parenting with a humor that can only be described as "parental therapy." She doesn't just tell you what to do; she shows you, using real-life scenarios that you've probably encountered in your own home.

The chapters in this book are like nuggets of wisdom wrapped in comedy gold. Laithland explores the fine line between mom guilt and mom shame, reminding us that we're all just doing our best, even if that means hiding in the pantry to eat chocolate in peace. She teaches us how to wrestle control of our emotions (or at least fake it convincingly), while she helps us understand and manage our little ones' emotional rollercoasters.

Laithland's writing is like chatting with your best friend, the one who tells it like it is and isn't afraid to admit that parenting is, at times, a chaotic mess. The book is not only laugh-out-loud funny but also a lifeline for those navigating the minefield of family dynamics and emotional resilience.

This book is the parenting guide you never knew you needed. It's like a breath of fresh air in a room filled with baby powder and dirty diapers. If you're a parent, about to become one, or have ever had a parent, this book is your ticket to sanity through humor and wisdom. Laithland proves that sometimes, laughter is the best therapy, especially when you're knee-deep in the glorious chaos of parenthood.

I have been following Gwenna on TikTok for quite a while now so I jumped when I saw this available as a Read Now selection. Gwenna is honest and open and I love how she is always willing to share trials and triumphs about her parenting style. She doesn't sugarcoat and she is also very honest about parenting and the growth and changes that can occur. I loved her writing style and it matches her personality perfectly! A great book for parents of any age, honestly.

I've read a lot of parenting books to get me through the years I've had so far raising my three rambunctious, stubborn and oh-so-challenging boys. This book takes the cake.
Gwenna - you made me lmfao more times than I can count. I also face-palmed myself until I swore I was going to see a bruise next time I looked in the mirror, but I digress. The whole book felt like I was having a very helpful, very eye-opening conversation with a best friend. It was hilariously relatable (and had the best chapter titles I've ever seen in any book anywhere 😆). I learned a whole bunch of new things, gathered new techniques to add to my arsenal of tools to pull out of my "how the heck do I parent this shit?!" bag of tricks, and had a great effing time doing it. Shout out to the chapter on self-care, because I've always struggled with that and Gwenna made me realize that even the little things I do can and should be counted as self-care if it makes me feel even a little bit more put together and in control than I was before. If I wasn't following every social media platform you're on before, I sure am now.

Thanks to St. Martin's Publishing Group, Gwenna Laithland and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review of this book.

By the way, you just lost the game too.

I love this because so many things I see out there trending make you feel bad for the type of parenting you’re not doing. It’s not one size fits all and I love that this opens up different approach or validates what you have been doing. Definitely recommending this to my mamas group.

Being a fan of Gwenna and the content along with what she puts out on her social media I was so excited to read an advance copy of her book. I can tell you she doesn’t disappoint. Her personality shines through while allowing the reader to learn what reactive parenting really is. I will always love how she will say this is what works for my family, does it work for everyone no, but this is what works for us. It is so nice to have a mom with influence realize that her way is not the end all be all way, but maybe it can be a guideline for a family to try. There is no judgement in this book, just tools and ways to help you start possibly using reactive parenting in your own home. You will find humor, great resources, and stories that show you sometimes families aren’t as Instagram worthy as some influencers might make you think they are. Please, even if you decide that reactive parenting isn’t for you, give this book a try.
Thank you so much to St. Martin’s Press and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this book.

I’ve tried (and failed) to read so many different parenting books but so many of them fell so flat. They all read like a textbook – no humor, no personal anecdotes, and most important, no personality. This wasn’t like any of those. If you’ve ever watched any of Gwennas videos you’ll know that she has such presence and personality. This book oozed her signature snark and humor while also sounding like the adultier adult we all go to for life advice. Every chapter of this book was easy to read and understand. This is for those who are trying to do better and be the best they can for their kids. It has such a big emphasis on bettering yourself in order to be a better parent. But, it also really pushes the point that it’s ok to mess up and not be perfect all the time – it’s just how you react and respond. If you want parenting advice that’s non-judgmental and feels like it’s coming from a friend, this is for you. I know parenting books can be very hit-or-miss but I think that everyone could learn something from this book.

Thank you Gwenna Laithland, St Martins Press, and NetGalley for this arc in exchange for my honest review!

I have been following Gwenna Laithland on TikTok for a while now and absolutely love her content. If you’re like me and you haven’t read a lot of parenting books, this is the one to read. I loved it! It not only offers up great advice and anecdotes, but it made me feel seen as a parent. There is a section on “mom guilt” that I needed to hear and to know that it’s okay. Parenting is hard and it’s a lot of adapting to your child’s ever changing needs. “Momma Cusses” reminds the reader of that and to give themselves a little bit of grace. I highly recommend reading this book if you’re looking for a parenting book that’s realistic and isn’t clinical. Also, I’m not sure if an audiobook is in the works for this book, but I would absolutely listen to one, especially if it was narrated by Gwenna Laithland!

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book was a great reminder that social media is not a good representation of real life. Being a mom is so hard and just the fact that anyone picks up a relatable parenting book, shows the amount of care and love that goes into parenting. The stories shared in this book were just what I needed to remind myself that I'm doing my best, even if that looks a little messy sometimes.

Thank you to NetGalley, Gwenna Laithland and St. Martin's Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review