Happy Chaos – a book review

Soleil Moon Frye still embodies “Punky power” in her new book Happy Chaos; From Punky to Parenting and my Perfectly Imperfect Adventures in Between. Now, a happily married mom of two little ladies, Soleil keeps domestic life fun and interesting. I was happy to review the book for Mom Central as I count myself as one of Frye’s 1.4 million Twitter followers and was an avid fan of Punky Brewter in the ‘80s.

In reading Happy Chaos I was surprised to stumble upon moments of real honesty. Even though I’ve read multiple books on birth and babies, both informational and from other moms who have been there, I loved the real, no holds-barred, first person perspective Frye conveys – even down to that special “ice pack” that all post-partum mothers find relief from.

While I found some of the book a little contrived and filled with a few too many exclamation points (it could just be me, I do have a problem with too much use of the exuberant punctuation), I found it an easy, fun read. Especially since I have an unhealthy obsession with anything celebrity, it was neat to read about Frye’s celebrity ties. I mean, who wouldn’t want Demi and Ashton in the delivery room with us! Actually, maybe not.

Overall, Frye’s healthy attitude of voicing her imperfections is refreshing as many celebs keep up appearances leaving the rest of us to wonder how they do it. Frye lets her readers know not to sweat the small stuff, skinned knees will happen, you may not find spit up in your hair until you are in public, and the house may never be clean. But she also offers up a wholesome view of parenting in which we can all relate.

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Disclosure: Mom Central received a copy of Happy Chaos, From Punky to Parenting and my Perfectly Imperfect Adventures in Between to facilitate this review.

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