Tales from the Crib
by Risa Green
Published by New American Library
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Reviewed by Erica Marston
Thirty-something prima donna Lara Stone is in for a big surprise when she brings her new baby girl home from the hospital and discovers that having a baby is, well, work.
Overwhelmed by the relentless baby-tending schedule, lack of sleep, and loss of control, Lara struggles to hold on to her pre-baby life. She finds herself competing with her nanny, worrying that her husband is on the verge of an affair, and freaking out when her long-lost father appears on her doorstep and announces his engagement to the likes of Heidi Fleiss.
But when she makes an unlikely new friend, Lara finally learns to let go, trust her own instincts, and find a new kind of happiness.
Tales from the Crib guarantees a good laugh for any mom who has ever felt helpless, clueless, or in the running for Worst Mom of the Year.
Armchair Interviews says: Perfect for passing around the playgroup.