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Have you heard about the British bestselling novel The Yummy Mummy? It was just released here in North America last month.
Since our goal is to bring the best of all-things-mommy, I decided to give this one a read.
By the end of the prologue, I could understand its popularity. The writing seemed fresh and the story had grabbing power.
As I got to know ‘Amy Crane’ and her friends, I recognized that the women most likely to relate to this drama would be those who enjoyed a swinging-single style of life before their babies monopolized their time.
Although most new moms would likely relate to how overwhelmed and inadequate Amy feels, I imagine that some women – like myself – may have had an entirely different experience and outlook on the first year of mommyhood. And my guess is that some women may actually feel a bit insulted by Amy and her ‘Yummy Mummy’ friends. Personally, I felt a little offended by the stereotypes tossed about and Amy’s judgmental attitudes about various types of moms. Although Amy did grow and change throughout the novel, I felt that throughout most of the story, I didn’t really like her very much.
But as in life and as in this book, we’re all different and we’re not likely to connect with everyone we meet just because we have motherhood in common. And so I can understand why some women love The Yummy Mummy, but I was just not one of them.
So I’m curious… Have you read it? If so, what did you think?
Josh K says
Good piece.
Ellen says
I guess there are enough comments here that make me think it might be worth reading. I hope my library has a copy
Jessica says
Amy, it’s not from the same people. I don’t know anything about the show, but the book is a novel by a British writer.
Amy says
There’s also a TV show on the Discovery Health Channel called “Yummy Mummy”. I’m not particularly fond of it, actually, but I’m wondering if it’s from the same folks as the book?
Imperfect Christian says
The publisher sent me a copy of this book a few weeks ago and I LOVE it! It’s awesome!
Kelley says
I’m delighted that I’m going to be able to read this book without spending any money…my local library has it! Someone already has it checked out and there’s one request ahead of mine, but I will get to read it eventually. My life before babies was oh so different than the life that I lead now as a stay-at-home mom of two, so this should be entertaining!
Jessica says
Thank you for reviewing The Yummy Mummy! As a representative of the publisher, I am slightly biased, but as a new mom myself I found the book fun and refreshing. Amy isn’t a yummy mummy by definition, but in her journey to realize who she is, with and without the baby, she turns into someone who is happy with who she is and what she wants. And don’t I wish we got a year’s maternity leave like in the UK!
Jennifer says
Hi Susan-
I haven’t read it. Based on your review I don’t think I need to pick it up:) Thanks for saving me some$$.
Jennifer