Mother’s Little Helper

Why is it that when a woman has a baby, most of the gifts go to said baby? Think about it: the little bugger spends all day crying, eating, and pooping, all the while receiving adorable outfits and toys he’ll use to vomit and drool on, respectively. Yes, it’s nice to welcome a new little life to the world, but what about the lady who incubated this child for 9 months?

If you’d like to treat Mom to a little something, consider The Rookie Mom’s Handbook by experienced modern mommies Heather Gibbs Flett and Whitney Moss.

The book is filled with ideas for surviving (and thriving) through those first several months with Juinor in tow. For example, when making a “to do” list, make a “did do” list, just to show how much you’ve accomplished including dealing with doo-doo. Or maybe that goes on the doo-doo list. Other suggestions include: take a picture of your child once a month in the same place (to catalog his growth over the year), feeding your baby on the floor (where the food winds up anyway), and planning a night out without the rugrat. Ideas for several crafts, such as make-your-own books and baby pants, are also included.

Flett and Moss have a great Web site, RookieMoms.com, that is constantly updated with more fun tips.

$10.17 (and free shipping eligible) at Amazon.com. Also available at bookstores everywhere and at Quirkbooks.com.