hk2670's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
I’d recommend this book to anyone looking to understand postpartum depression, especially for partners and family members who need some guidance on what the postpartum depression sufferer in their life is going through.
amyma's review against another edition
4.0
I am glad I read this book since I didn't know much about postpartum depression and couldn't imagine having the feelings that PPD brings. Not that I wasn't sympathetic to it, I had just never dealt with it myself or with a friend. After reading about Brooke's experiences, I feel that I now have a better understanding.
I appreciate that Brooke wrote this book because I feel it can help women know they're not alone in having PPD. Maybe in some cases, help them to realize that PPD is what they're experiencing and get the help that they need.
I appreciate that Brooke wrote this book because I feel it can help women know they're not alone in having PPD. Maybe in some cases, help them to realize that PPD is what they're experiencing and get the help that they need.
jam98's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
5.0
iread2dream's review against another edition
2.5
Cute book (not in a great way). I like that Brooke shared her experience but the privilege just oozes off the pages. I understand that PPD affects not just the mother but the whole family, but the way it seemed that Chris was making it about himself just rubs me the wrong way. Whether the way it was written, or if he really did act like that, he seemed rather insensitive to the whole situation for the most part. What's the bullshit about him not "trusting" her? Um, okay.
Anyway. This book is almost 20 years old, and I think we've come a long, long way since then in talking about motherhood and its struggles. I imagine at the time, this book was probably a big deal (maybe. I was just out of teenagehood when the book was published) and I commend Brooke for not just speaking about such a taboo topic but sharing her story, warts and all. I'd say at this point there are better books out there to read about others' experiences, and more importantly, books that are written for and by women of color and women without means. Yes, it's easy to say "help is out there" but is it where it needs to be and is it actually accessible to the people that need it? Probably not. Well that's enough ranting. Moving on.
Anyway. This book is almost 20 years old, and I think we've come a long, long way since then in talking about motherhood and its struggles. I imagine at the time, this book was probably a big deal (maybe. I was just out of teenagehood when the book was published) and I commend Brooke for not just speaking about such a taboo topic but sharing her story, warts and all. I'd say at this point there are better books out there to read about others' experiences, and more importantly, books that are written for and by women of color and women without means. Yes, it's easy to say "help is out there" but is it where it needs to be and is it actually accessible to the people that need it? Probably not. Well that's enough ranting. Moving on.
cozycreativewitch's review against another edition
3.0
Saw it laying in my mother's room and was bored, so I gave it a try. Not life-altering, but worth the read.
anikaas's review against another edition
2.0
I read this thinking it'd be an interesting piece on a woman's journey through PPD, but halfway through it switched into being about her acting career and touting her hard work ethic. Which was definitely not what I signed up for and I was super bored.
courtney_mm's review against another edition
4.0
was so freaking interesting. Not that i loved reading about her being depressed but it was so gripping and interesting to read. Made things feel so real and while it should've scared me off from kids, i just want them even more.
rachael_perry's review against another edition
emotional
informative
fast-paced
This was more relatable than I anticipated. I recommend this to anyone who thinks they may be experiencing PPD/PPA, even if it’s just for the list of resources in the back.
kelseyren's review against another edition
4.0
As someone who recently had a baby, I appreciated Brooke’s honesty about her postpartum experience. There were many aspects I could relate to, except for when she was struggling she was able to hire a night nanny, have someone cook her gourmet meals, etc. The book did read a little like a high school essay IMO, but I’ve felt that way about many Hollywood stars who write memoirs.