Mommy may I; yes you may!
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I enjoyed reading this book because just when I expected one thing to happen, something entirely different took place. An easy, entertaining read.
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I truly enjoyed this book.  My daughters been trying to buy it for me for quite some time.  Of course that was the previous version...I didn't think I needed it AND then I hit a brick wall.  I asked her to get it for me for  Mother's Day, sure enough, it helped! Matthew and April, Thanks!!!
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Although I wish Chin Up was around when I was a brand new mom and felt super alone, I am so grateful to have this in my hands during my current season of motherhood.  This book is a MUST READ because it has everything you want:  encouragement, humor, grace, hope.  And best of all, Amy is like your best friend - so grab your book, and get ready to lift your chin up!
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Yup, that's it. Word to your mother. Get it on. Got to get it on. Mandate get it on. GET IT ON.
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Moms, you will love this book by Wendy Hagen! This young mother of three will keep you laughing and nodding your head in agreement as you compare her crazy, messy stories of motherhood with your own. Truly, only other moms can appreciate(?) this stage of life that is just as full of joys as it is bodily fluids.

Reading Wendy's book is like reading a long e-mail from one of your best girlfriends. She spills out all the frustrations of mothering babies and toddlers with both humor and grace (both of which moms REALLY need!). But Wendy also brings encouragement and wisdom to the matter, giving practical tips on how to take care of yourself and your marriage during this hectic time of life.

TOTALLY DESPERATE MOM is a quick, easy read (very important for busy moms, who may only have time to read while in the bathroom or while cooking dinner)--one that will hold your attention and make you smile. You'll appreciate this realistic approach to what life is really like in "the motherhood." Moms, do yourself a favor and pick up this book. And if you know a mom-to-be, give her a copy of it, too, because she'll want to know she's not alone when she's in the midst of "the Black Hole"! Now you're curious, aren't you?
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I loved this book!  It was an easy and enjoyable read! It pointed out how as a new Mommy I sometimes overlook the obvious and lose my focus with regards to what is important.  Kimberley helped me to re-focus and do my best not to get to wrapped up in the Mommy competition!  She reminded me that we moms are not in competition - we are on the same team and we need to support each other. Her book helped me to realize I can take care of my baby, my family and - it's ok and important for me to take care of myself!
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This book isn't intimidating, yet it is packed with truth! A doable book for a mom in the frazzling season of lots of little ones, it's easy to pick up where you left off! I'm rereading a chapter each morning with my quiet time and it so refreshing!
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I received an early copy of the book, but did order one for myself.

Heidi does an excellent job of pointing us Mothers to Gods word, for direction on how to become MomStrong.  She uses her personal experiences and shows us how we need Gods word everyday to help us raise our own children.

This book will speak to your heart and be truthful.

If you need encouraging words and someone to tell you, you are not alone, then this book is for you!
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Mum knows all.  She is always there to help and guide.  But what if mum can't do theses things from time to time?  This is the book to empower a young one.  Really! So much can be gained from a smile or a word of encouragement from one's own.  The young child is more powerful than he or she can imagine.  This is a win win for all ages.
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Was the icing on the cake for my Halloween costume, Super Mom!  With the matching eye mask and "power bands" I could take on any mommy duty- no matter how last minute!
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I have 5 sisters (yes, we are 6!) and we used to LOVE watching this show with our Mom (God rest her soul) who was an only child.  Our favorite quote is when the Mom character tells the sisters "The men in your life may leave you, children grow up, parents pass away. The only ones who are there for you, from cradle to grave, are your sisters."  We made it our own and have been saying "cradle to grave" as our goodbye in emails, at then end of phone calls, a whisper in the ear during a hug goodbye.  I'm even going to get a license plate holder with that tagline.  I can't wait for this show to come out on DVD.  We're gonna buy it for sure!
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In everything we do in life we need "booster shots". If you're a teacher, real estate agent, etc. you're required to take more classes to keep your certification. If you're a mom, it's important to stay focused on the joys of motherhood instead of the "to do's" of motherhood. Tammy Bundy does an amazing job of retelling stories from our own lives. But here's the value, she reminds us of the beauty in each mommy situation from trying to squeeze in some exercise to cleaning sock drawers to McDonald's drive throughs to Poke Mon t-shirts. Ms. Bundy reminds us what we already know -- children are an amazing blessing from God!
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My very favorite part, and ALONE worth the purchase of the book, is Chapter 11. Life-Giving Moms Give Life.  Mrs. Detweiler reviews some of the seasons of her own life and describes a few of the good and the bad during that time.  As a mother of 26 years, I could identify with each one, and I found myself in tears more than once.  She uses these vignettes to drive home lessons that we, if attentive and intentional, can learn after many years of motherhood.  And as I read, I thought  of many young mothers I know that could benefit from the wisdom she so generously shares in this chapter alone

How she handles some of the issues she addressed spoke directly to me! For example, Chapter 5 deals with frustration, and what mother hasn't been frustrated at times? But Sue talks about why we get frustrated (p. 47) And to tell you the truth, the reason convicted me to true repentance. The chapter titled Replacing Negativity with Kindness was both an encouragement and exhortation to start the day on a different note with my kiddos; and I may even try the same technique with my hubby.  It will require a conscious choice each day, but I am eager to see how it will bless my family!

Whether you're a new mother or a grandmother, or you know one, this is definitely a motherhood book that is sure to bless.  It would make a great shower gift, and has a place on any mothers nightstand!
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The book gives you the freedom to accept your faults we all have said harsh things in the moment of weakness wheniur kids are yelling and testing us especially in the morning rush. She tells it's okay but to truly help them feel confident use these words. A mothers voice is truly powerful and our words can be uplifting or breaking to our children! I recommend this to any mom needing a boost of encouragement!!
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I remember this book when my Mom had my twin brother and sister. I'm excited to be a Mommy myself so it's pretty exciting to be able to read this to my own baby.
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I loved this book! Such a quick, fun read and so very on point. Kat compartmentalizes every aspect of being a mommy in such a great way that there are laughs, head nods, been-theres, and, yes, even a little bit of tears. I can't tell you how many times I laughed out loud. The Poo and Breastfeeding Chapters...awesomeness! I, myself, have three daughters, and my experiences were so similar to Kat's, it was a little creepy. Honestly, it was like Kat had hijacked my every "mom thought" I ever had and wrote about it. You know those books "What to Expect...", add Confessions Of The Perfect Mom: Baby and Toddler Years to your MUST-READ list. If you're not a mom yet, you will thank me. If you are a mom, you will say, "Thank goodness. It's not just me."

*I received a copy from the author for an honest review.
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The extraordinary author, Dianne Venetta,  has included something for every mom in this page - turner.  As a mother of two boys, this takes me back to trials of my youth with my parents.  God bless them for putting up with me!  Dianne offers a look into the roller coaster ride between hopeful  parents and the independent young women that every parent of girls hopes to raise.  There IS SOMETHING for every woman in this book!