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!

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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

I received an ARC (advance reader copy) from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a somewhat helpful book on responsive parenting. Some good advice/tips that I hadn't heard/read before.

The book addresses the emotional rollercoaster that parents often find themselves on, providing practical guidance on how to handle the challenging moments of parenthood with grace and resilience. Laithland tackles topics such as mom guilt versus mom shame, controlling one's emotions, and helping children navigate their own emotions. Through a series of hilarious yet all-too-real scenarios, she creates a sense of camaraderie among readers, reminding us that we are not alone in our struggles.

Bad parents never wonder if they are doing a good job! Just by picking up this book shows that you are a good parent and want to be an even better parent.

I've been watching Gwenna on Tik Tok for years. I've always been struck by her humorous, but practical parenting tips.

This book was a fantastic read. I didn't feel the judgy-mcjudginess that I feel while reading other parenting books. Her tone was of a close friend sharing their secrets to another close friend. Can I be besties with Gwenna?

This is not a hoity toity book. Thank goodness! Not only will you get usable advice, you will also be entertained.

Loved every second of this book. I have been following Gwenna since this beginning. When I saw the book on netgalley I was so excited. I already preordered the book which does t come out til March 2024. It’s the best non-parenting book. I love that she shares what works for her and always tell you that she is not a professional. I have been putting her opinions to use and the ones that I have used so far have worked for me and my family also. I highly recommend this book to everyone.

This beautiful little book is unpretentious, comedic, sad at times, and thoughtful. Gwenna is painfully honest, and beautifully insightful, and you will finish this book wishing she was your friend. I know I did…

This has some good tips that can be easily attempted (and for free!). She's big on trial and error and I like that. I did find this to be a little wordy but she covers a lot of ground. This would be better in physical format and I plan to buy my own copy so I can highlight passages that I know will work in my household. Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC

What a cute and refreshing take on motherhood and raising little kids. We’re all just out here doing the best we can, and Gwenna Laithland is right there with us. Snarky, sarcastic, funny, and down to earth, Momma Cusses is perfect for fans of I’ll See Myself Out and You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom!

Thank you to Gwenna Laithland, St Martin's, and NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy of Momma Cusses! The thoughts expressed in this review reflect my honest opinion.

I have followed Gwenna Laithland's Instagram account, @mommacusses, for a few years now, and it's one of my favorite accounts to follow. Gwenna presents awesome parenting advice, along with anecdotes from her own experience as a mother, with a biting sense of humor. Her videos are funny and relatable, and they make me smile every time they come up in my Instagram feed. When I learned that she was writing a parenting book, I jumped to request an advance copy!

However, as Gwenna herself reminds the reader several times throughout the text, she is not an experienced writer. Although the book Momma Cusses features the same great advice and funny content that she displays on Instagram and TikTok, it flows much more naturally in that medium. The tangents, asides, and stories-with-an-eventual-point are easier to follow and the humor shines more clearly when one can see and hear Gwenna conveying them. In writing, her approach comes across as long-winded and scattered.

My favorite aspect of Momma Cusses was not actually the parenting advice at the end of the stories, but the stories themselves. Gwenna notes at the beginning of the book that her book isn't intended to be a memoir, but that she needs to share some of her own story in order to explain her insight. However, the stories are what bring life to this book. The advice that Gwenna shares, while solid, is better expressed in her videos or in parenting books written by the likes of Janet Lansbury or Faber and Mazlish. I found myself zoning out in the sections that gave advice because I'd heard it all before, and better expressed in these other contexts, but I was glued to the page when Gwenna shared her own stories.

As a parenting book, this is only okay. While there's nothing wrong with the content, if a friend asked for a gentle/responsive parenting book recommendation, this is not one of the titles that I would jump to suggest. I do hope that Gwenna keeps writing, though. While her technique could be improved, she has a story to tell and I do believe it will be a great one!

I was familiar with Momma Cusses from social media, where she is hilarious and relatable in her content. I was excited to see her ARC available on Netgalley!

My partner and I are trained in trauma-informed parenting and have a child with extra support needs. This means that parenting books can be really tricky for me. Momma Cusses was just about as good for me and my parenting as any other book I’ve read. Will I use all of it? No. Was it entertaining and empathetic and did it allow me to reflect on how we’re parenting and whether it aligns with the parents we hope to be? Absolutely.

Gwenna is my kind of funny, and her book is thoughtful and helpful. I definitely recommend this one for other parents!

This was an interesting parenting book. The author makes it clear she doesn’t have any ABCs after her name, which I liked. She didn’t preach to you or speak clinical. She was relatable and funny while also throwing out helpful tidbits.