Book of the Week: CRY WHEN THE BABY CRIES by Becky Barnicoat
Whether you are a parent or used to be a parent or might one day be a parent or have no wish to ever be a parent or for any other reason might be curious about the often glossed-over realities of parenthood, Becky Barnicoat’s superb graphic novel is the perfect book for you (or to give to an appropriate person). The necessary antidote to parenting books, this darkly humorous, candid and insightful graphic memoir brings the early years of parenthood to life — in all their chaos, wonder and delirium. Intimate, relatable and very funny, Becky Barnicoat explores everything from the anatomy of the hospital bag to the frantic obsession with putting your baby down drowsy but awake, to the tyranny of gentle parenting. From pregnancy to the feral toddler years, Barnicoat extends a sticky hand to all new parents grappling with the impossible but joyous jigsaw puzzle of their lives.
“This book is a perfect testament to the wild ride of early parenting. It's tender, moving, beautifully drawn and also, extremely hilarious. Parents everywhere: you will feel very very seen.” —Isabel Greenberg