Book: Parenting Unplugged: The Drama Mama Diaries
Author: Lalitha Ramanathan
Publisher: Om Books International
I was provided a media copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
A witty and honest dive into modern parenting, one hilarious, heartfelt
anecdote at a time, Parenting Unplugged: The Drama Mama Diaries is a parenting
manual like no other. Lalitha Ramanathan shares stories of the comical
conversations she has had with her young daughter, reminding parents that the
journey is messy and magical but also tender and joyful. This laugh-out-loud
book finds charm in chaos and helps overwhelmed parents feel less alone.
Whether it’s tackling tantrums and tech trouble, surviving school admissions
and mediating friendship issues, balancing enrichment classes and office work,
or coming up with imaginative answers to impossible questions – the author
captures the drama that every parent can relate to and chuckle at.
When you read the blurb of the book, you might think that the book is full of parenting gyaan and it would be useful to new parents, but as you turn the pages, you realise that the book is filled with anecdotes about the journey of a parent, and how each day becomes a life lesson. The book is wonderfully penned and I loved that the book is not just a drab writing of events as they occur, but Lalitha uses sarcasm, puns and PJs to keep you interested in the book. Another aspect of the book that works in its favour is that it is not just about parenting hacks. It talks about the experiences lived and experienced, specially with a young human. There were instances where I have laughed for minutes at a stretch because some of the puns did relate a lot. The banter between Lalitha and her better half also is interestingly captured and there are moments where their conversations become the highlight of the chapter. The writing is gripping, storytelling captivating and the puns on-your-face.
If you are a parent, or about to be one, then I would recommend that you pick up this book. the book scores a 5/5 for me.
Grab a copy of the book on Amazon India or a bookstore near you.
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