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# All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood

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desertcart.com: All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood (Audible Audio Edition): Jennifer Senior, Jennifer Senior, Ecco: Books

Review: Excellent book; A perfect gift for any new parent . . . - I really loved this book and would highly recommend it to anyone with kids, but particularly to new parents who may not yet fully comprehend how much their lives are about to change. If you've heard about this book and are on the fence about buying it, Senior has been interviewed numerous times recently so there's a lot out there if you want to get a better sense of her. Though, of all the interviews, I'd recommend listening to the interview she gave to NPR's Bob Edwards' Weekend on March 8th. This interview will give you a good sense of her writing style, personality, and the messages the book tries to convey (also her interview on NPR's Fresh Air was another good one. But, I quite liked the Bob Edwards one a bit more). To be frank, I wrestled with giving this book four or five stars. I was more inclined to give this book only four stars (it was a great read, I loved it, and I would highly recommend it. But, was it one of the absolute best books I've ever read? No, not really.). Yet, I gave it five stars because I finished it almost a month ago and I'm still thinking about it. I'm still mulling over all the very complicated feelings I'm having as a (relatively) new father and I think Senior's written a book that makes one step back and really ponder who we've become as parents in the modern age.
Review: Good insight into why modern parents are so burned out - Interesting, well researched, and well written, but definitely written for women. If you're a hard working man trying to stay productive at work while also trying to keep up with your new responsibilities at home, be prepared to be repeatedly told that you aren't washing enough dishes.

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book; A perfect gift for any new parent . . .
*by D***T on March 8, 2014*

I really loved this book and would highly recommend it to anyone with kids, but particularly to new parents who may not yet fully comprehend how much their lives are about to change. If you've heard about this book and are on the fence about buying it, Senior has been interviewed numerous times recently so there's a lot out there if you want to get a better sense of her. Though, of all the interviews, I'd recommend listening to the interview she gave to NPR's Bob Edwards' Weekend on March 8th. This interview will give you a good sense of her writing style, personality, and the messages the book tries to convey (also her interview on NPR's Fresh Air was another good one. But, I quite liked the Bob Edwards one a bit more). To be frank, I wrestled with giving this book four or five stars. I was more inclined to give this book only four stars (it was a great read, I loved it, and I would highly recommend it. But, was it one of the absolute best books I've ever read? No, not really.). Yet, I gave it five stars because I finished it almost a month ago and I'm still thinking about it. I'm still mulling over all the very complicated feelings I'm having as a (relatively) new father and I think Senior's written a book that makes one step back and really ponder who we've become as parents in the modern age.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good insight into why modern parents are so burned out
*by R***E on November 22, 2025*

Interesting, well researched, and well written, but definitely written for women. If you're a hard working man trying to stay productive at work while also trying to keep up with your new responsibilities at home, be prepared to be repeatedly told that you aren't washing enough dishes.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Transforming extensive research into a warm and welcoming interactive discussion about how raising children affects everyone.
*by C***R on November 9, 2014*

I listened to Jennifer Senior's audiobook after hearing and watching her "Ted talk" video on public radio. First of all, I enjoyed listening to her voice as she narrated her own book. Then I noticed how well-researched it was, but most importantly, how she could turn the research evidence into a lively and personal discussion about the topic. After citing the source of the research, she uses her own words to describe what it means, shares personal stories of families she has interviewed, and relates everything to how you the reader (and listener!) is involved in parenting. Plus, she uses her talents as a writer to "charm" you into wanting to hear and read more. For example, she describes one of the children in her interviews as "a hale second-grader". I love that! As a male listener, I also appreciated how she treats her male subjects with respect and admiration, instead of falling into the trap of man-bashing just because we might not help with the laundry or do the dishes. She reminds her female readers that after one mistake, they usually banish the men from the laundry room forever, and then complain that they don't help! Lastly, I want to point out that Jennifer's insights are so touching that even this non-parent can relate to how any major life change can affect a relationship, not just parenting. I really felt that she was talking to me as well as her parenting audience.

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