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Little F*ckers: A book for parents of cranky, crazy, lazy, fabulous, amazing little humans
Most parenting advice is overthought, overcomplicated bullshit that makes struggling parents feel worse about themselves. The stuff that actually works is simpler than you think, harder than you'd like and has very little to do with perfect technique and everything to do with showing up, staying connected and not completely losing your sh*t when things go sideways.
Little F*ckers is written for parents who are tired of feeling like they're failing at the most important job they'll ever do. It's for mums and dads who love their kids fiercely but sometimes want to sell them to the circus. It's packed with practical advice, science-backed strategies and just enough humour to get you through another day of complicated snack negotiations and major screentime catastrophes.
You'll
· How to stay calm when your kid channels a small angry dictator.
· Why sending them outside actually builds brains (and gives you 5 minutes' peace).
· When to talk, when to walk and when to just hand them a banana and hope for the best.
· How to build real connection with kids who push every boundary.
· Why sleep, food and movement matter more than any parenting philosophy.
This isn't about perfect parenting.
This is about present parenting.
Messy. Imperfect. Brave.
Just like real life.
You're doing way better than you think.
Little F*ckers is written for parents who are tired of feeling like they're failing at the most important job they'll ever do. It's for mums and dads who love their kids fiercely but sometimes want to sell them to the circus. It's packed with practical advice, science-backed strategies and just enough humour to get you through another day of complicated snack negotiations and major screentime catastrophes.
You'll
· How to stay calm when your kid channels a small angry dictator.
· Why sending them outside actually builds brains (and gives you 5 minutes' peace).
· When to talk, when to walk and when to just hand them a banana and hope for the best.
· How to build real connection with kids who push every boundary.
· Why sleep, food and movement matter more than any parenting philosophy.
This isn't about perfect parenting.
This is about present parenting.
Messy. Imperfect. Brave.
Just like real life.
You're doing way better than you think.
425 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 26, 2026
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October 14, 2026
Little F*ckers by Ryan Martin
★★★★
A no-BS parenting book that gets straight to the point. If I had to sum this book up in one sentence, it would be connection over correction.
It really highlighted the importance of surviving parenting by remembering that being a good enough parent is enough. You don’t have to get every moment right, and sometimes getting through the day is an achievement in itself.
I loved that the tips and strategies were practical and backed by science, rather than being another parenting book telling you exactly what you’re doing wrong.
Even while writing this review, my kids are currently disagreeing with each other and, honestly, I’m going to let them sort it out.
I also really appreciated the reminder that by giving my kids opportunities to work through problems themselves, I’m helping them build resilience, independence and confidence. Sometimes stepping back and letting them figure things out is actually part of the parenting.
A really practical, reassuring read for parents who need the reminder that good enough really is good enough.
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★★★★
A no-BS parenting book that gets straight to the point. If I had to sum this book up in one sentence, it would be connection over correction.
It really highlighted the importance of surviving parenting by remembering that being a good enough parent is enough. You don’t have to get every moment right, and sometimes getting through the day is an achievement in itself.
I loved that the tips and strategies were practical and backed by science, rather than being another parenting book telling you exactly what you’re doing wrong.
Even while writing this review, my kids are currently disagreeing with each other and, honestly, I’m going to let them sort it out.
I also really appreciated the reminder that by giving my kids opportunities to work through problems themselves, I’m helping them build resilience, independence and confidence. Sometimes stepping back and letting them figure things out is actually part of the parenting.
A really practical, reassuring read for parents who need the reminder that good enough really is good enough.
Follow along my reading journey here on:
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July 27, 2026
Little F*ckers is not a book to be read cover to cover but more to jump to the chapters that cover your current parenting struggles.
Ryan Martin gives advice on many different challenges, scenarios and solutions. He uses humour as a great leveler and many scenarios and solutions come from his own life experiences as a parent.
There is an extensive index in the back allowing the reader to look up a situation and go straight to the relevant pages.
I think the takeaway from Little F*ckers is to put down that phone, connect with your children and have some fun. You will make mistakes but remember to celebrate the wins.
You can read my full review at: https://theburgeoningbookshelf.blogsp...
Ryan Martin gives advice on many different challenges, scenarios and solutions. He uses humour as a great leveler and many scenarios and solutions come from his own life experiences as a parent.
There is an extensive index in the back allowing the reader to look up a situation and go straight to the relevant pages.
I think the takeaway from Little F*ckers is to put down that phone, connect with your children and have some fun. You will make mistakes but remember to celebrate the wins.
You can read my full review at: https://theburgeoningbookshelf.blogsp...
September 22, 2026
Down to earth, real life guidance on how to navigate parenting. The tips in this books are common sense ideas to implement in your everyday to help make family life more manageable, and most importantly, to help make your kids grow up to be resilient and empathetic. I really enjoyed the colourful language and stories that made me feel like I'm not doing a shit job.
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