I just finished reading this book by Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile. These mothers interviewed dozens of women to see what they really thought of motherhood. It was a relief to me to discover that I indeed am not alone in finding that “sometimes parenting sucks!”

I’m discovering a whole underground movement of books about the struggles moms really have, as well as a slew of blogs dealing with the same thing. I don’t feel so alone.

This book was great because it tackled the major issues (not enough time for ourselves, frustration with partner, getting impatient with the kids) and shared other women’s stories. It also gave some great advice. It made me laugh, it made me cry.

Here are some of my favorite quotes:

“I forgot to strap my newborn daughter in her car seat. When I got home, she just kind of fell out.”

“I have tremendous pressure from all ends. A lot of it is self-imposed. I feel like I’m trying to be perfect in so many ways: spend as much quality time with my kids as I can, be a supportive wife, still keep my career on target. The standard is very high. The majority of women in my community look perfect all the time, seem so fit and helathy. They act like decorating the house for Thanksfgiving is the best thing in their lives.”

“It’s OK to lose it. We all lose it.”

“I don’t know how to ask for help. I just know how to scream at my husband.”