The Working Mother’s Guide to Life: Strategies, Secrets, and Solutions
Product Description
After you’ve made the decision to return to work following the birth of a child, you may still wonder, “Am I doing the right thing for my family?” and “How on earth do I make this work?” Now, The Working Mother’s Guide to Life sets out to offer you hundreds of answers to these types of questions, from nuts-and-bolts advice, such as finding top-notch child care and stress-free ways to manage your household, to more complex issues like separating from your… More >>
The Working Mother’s Guide to Life: Strategies, Secrets, and Solutions
This book is very negative. It basically puts down your husband and family by telling you to make them do everything for you…and that’s how you are supposed to work and have a baby at the same time.
Rating: 2 / 5
I’m a full time working Mom of a 2 1/2 year old and I’m half time in graduate school. I did think that what I could read of this book was good. Best tips: leather furniture and hardwood floors to make cleaning easy. However, as a working Mom I just didn’t have time to read this book. If I’m not working I want to focus on my son. An hour or so of cleaning, cooking, etc after he goes to bed . . . then repeat. This is a great gift if you want to show your support of a woman that wants to go back to work, but it can also seem judgmental to a woman that’s just struggling to get by or wants to stay home. I remember receiving a book as a gift about “Getting Your Priorities Straight” from another woman. What was she trying to tell me?
If you’re a working Mom and buying this for yourself then Good Show! If you’re thinking of buying this for a gift for someone then be careful. A home made gift certificate for “a romantic night out with your husband” may be more appreciated.
Rating: 4 / 5
I picked up a copy of this book because of all the great reviews. I have a 3 month old and started back to work a few weeks ago. Frankly, there wasn’t much in here that I needed or didn’t figure out on my own.
I am giving it two starts, instead of one, because everyone is different and what I thought to be obvious advice may be a revelation to someone else. The one thing I have learned about parenting is that you have to figure it out what is best for you all by yourself. And if you need a book to help you, then this would certainly be a perfectly good one to pick up.
Rating: 2 / 5
As an expecting mother, I found Mason’s book to be immensely helpful. It gave me loads of great advice that I can start using right away. I found the stories of other mothers to be particularly engaging and reassuring. The book gave me a feeling of comfort and reassured me that yes, I will be able to balance it all. I can’t wait to put her advice into action!
Rating: 5 / 5
This book is great! Linda Mason’s advice is so practical and doable. I wish it had been written when my first child was born. Unlike other books, this book really works for all women -not just professional or working women. I especially liked her advice around building a sense of community and mutual support. We don’t need to do everything all on our own!!
I took pleasure in the tone of the book – very engaging, uplifting, universal and practical. Bought a half dozen copies as holiday gifts.
Rating: 5 / 5