Days of Whine and Noses: Pep Talks for Tuckered–Out Moms

Praise for Days of Whine and Noses

"One of the most refreshing books on parenting we have read in along time."
Dr. Gary and Carrie Oliver, coauthors of RaisingSons and Loving It!

"A hysterically funny book about reality parenting....a tender,introspective, and sacred gift to help moms honor their ownpersonhood, to find comfort in their lost moments, and to exult intheir glorious role as keepers of life’s most precious gifts,our children even when they’re slathered indiarrhea!"
Charlene Ann Baumbich, speaker, humorist, and author, 365Ways to Connect with Your Kids

"An uplifting ray of sunshine to brighten any mother’s day.Where’s the sequel?"
Michele Borba, Ed.D., author, Building Moral Intelligence andNo More Misbehavin’

"Not only is Lisa hysterical, she’s got a heart full ofcompassion and understanding and a solid grip on the sometimesharsh reality of motherhood."
Carla Barnhill, editor, Christian Parenting Today

Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

On First–Time Parents.

On Potty Training.

On Binkies.

On Moms and Fashion Statements.

On Little Surprises.

On Teething.

On Sleep Deprivation.

On Oozing Poop.

On La Décor des Bébés.

On Buying Time.

On Colic.

On Sex After Kids.

On Perpetual Messes.

On Bathroom Matters.

On Labor Discomfort.

On Family Vehicles.

On Mommy Talk.

On Runny Noses.

On Owies.

On Grocery Shopping with a Toddler.

On Kids and Anatomy.

On Road Trips with Kids.

On Family Pets.

On Laundry.

On Nursing.

On Public Humiliation.

On Dog Food and Empty Boxes.

On Postpartum Changes.

On Picture Day.

On Flying with Babies.

References.

About the Author.

Get Connected.

Lisa Espinoza Johnson, "Mom’s Journal" columnist for ChristianParenting Today, is a popular speaker and singer at Mothers ofPreschoolers (MOPS) conferences as well as retreats andwomen’s events nationwide. She has contributed columns toMomsense and American Baby magazines. Her Web site iscandykissesmuddyhugs.com.