The funny, helpful, absolutely essential survivor's guide to a strange new world Welcome to a wise — and wisecracking — look at the mind-boggling, terrifying, and totally wacky place you are about to enter: the world of parenthood. Author Julie Tilsner, a veteran mom, helps prepare parenting rookies for the real changes ahead. The Poop List, binkies, cradle cap, and colic — this is your new world! Inside you’ll discover: • How quickly ideals and preconceptions go out the window (along with cloth diapers) • The amazing mantra that gets you through the first seven days of parenthood • What Dad can do to help (honestly, there is something) • How to survive the Crying Game — yours or a colicky baby’s • Things that really matter, such as a two-for-one jumbo-pack diaper sale • Tricks to escape the Bawl and Chain — or how to get out of the house alone • And more humorous tips for bringing baby home without losing your mind You can resist or do the sensible thing — read this book, have a few laughs, and joyfully accept your new addition and your inevitable move to Planet Parenthood!