In this warm and witty book, Maria writes candidly about what becoming a mother has meant for her. Interspersing her words with brilliant cartoons, she delivers a marvellously entertaining snapshot of life as a modern-day parent. Her sharp observations cover everything from the sleep-deprived early days of having newborn twins, to the reality of being a working mum; from just getting out of the house to slowly getting your social life back.

Upbeat and humorous, this is a wonderful book for parents and parents-to-be. 'It's hilarious ... captures the reality of motherhood and the huge range of emotions that it brings' Ireland AM'Part comic, part how-to guide and part memoir, with no end of warmth and charm ...

For all its companionable joviality, the book is a delicate balance of lightness, ticklish candidness and forthright honesty; something that's sure to appeal to a readership of parents and nonparents alike' Irish Times Magazine'