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One Day You'll Thank Me: Essays on Dating, Motherhood, and Everything In Between
The fan favorite star of the Bravo hit series Southern Charm offers a witty and candid collection of essays on dating, pregnancy, and parenthood.
Growing up in South Carolina with a family that goes back ten generations, Cameran Eubanks knew from a young age that Southern women are expected to want the white picket fence life. But Cameran has never been your typical Southern belle, and she was always determined to flout expectations.
She set out to paint the town red, enjoy her single life, focus on her successful real estate career, maybe join the cast of a hugely popular reality show…and then she met her future husband, Jason. After falling in love and getting married, Cameran faced the same dilemma so many women encounter: whether or not to have kids. Ultimately, her own journey to motherhood was anything but simple.
Now, she takes you deeper into her life—from her first foray into reality TV on The Real World to dating in her twenties to the honest truth about her pregnancy and motherhood—to get to know the person behind the camera. Known as the voice of reason on Southern Charm, she’ll share the same honest advice she gives to her castmates and guide y’all through dating, pregnancy, and motherhood. Charming, hilarious, and a hell of a lot fun, One Day You’ll Thank Me is for anyone who has ever wondered if they should or can.
Growing up in South Carolina with a family that goes back ten generations, Cameran Eubanks knew from a young age that Southern women are expected to want the white picket fence life. But Cameran has never been your typical Southern belle, and she was always determined to flout expectations.
She set out to paint the town red, enjoy her single life, focus on her successful real estate career, maybe join the cast of a hugely popular reality show…and then she met her future husband, Jason. After falling in love and getting married, Cameran faced the same dilemma so many women encounter: whether or not to have kids. Ultimately, her own journey to motherhood was anything but simple.
Now, she takes you deeper into her life—from her first foray into reality TV on The Real World to dating in her twenties to the honest truth about her pregnancy and motherhood—to get to know the person behind the camera. Known as the voice of reason on Southern Charm, she’ll share the same honest advice she gives to her castmates and guide y’all through dating, pregnancy, and motherhood. Charming, hilarious, and a hell of a lot fun, One Day You’ll Thank Me is for anyone who has ever wondered if they should or can.
208 pages, Hardcover
First published February 2, 2021
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May 22, 2021
One Day You’ll Thank Me is an essay collection by Cameran Eubanks Wimberly, touching on dating, motherhood, her reality TV experiences (Real World then Southern Charm), her careers, and more.
I’m not a mom and there is a heavy focus on motherhood (which is noted in the full title). I thought this was an entertaining read on the lighter side. Cameran’s tone was relatable and honest. I think new moms and Southern Charm/ Cam fans would enjoy this one the most.
I’m not a mom and there is a heavy focus on motherhood (which is noted in the full title). I thought this was an entertaining read on the lighter side. Cameran’s tone was relatable and honest. I think new moms and Southern Charm/ Cam fans would enjoy this one the most.
February 2, 2021
Rerun
If you watched Southern Charm, or follow Cam on social media, this will all feel like deja vu.
It might be a decent gift for someone who has never heard of her and is terrified to become a mom. Cam's honestly is refreshing and helpful.
If you watched Southern Charm, or follow Cam on social media, this will all feel like deja vu.
It might be a decent gift for someone who has never heard of her and is terrified to become a mom. Cam's honestly is refreshing and helpful.
October 29, 2024
This was probably pushing more towards 2.5 stars, but I'll be nice. I used to love Southern Charm in the beginning, mostly because Charleston is my favorite place in the world and I loved seeing a show based there with all the locations and restaurants I know and love. After a few seasons, the drama was just not it for me, and I quit watching, but Cameran did remain in my mind as one of the few genuine cast members, and I did respect her when she chose her family and left the show. The book itself was much more focused on her journey into motherhood than anything else. I thought it would be a bit more varied, and as a happily childless woman, I wasn't all that enthralled with the mom chapters. There was a tiny bit behind the scenes of the show, but not very much. Overall, it was a fun, quick audiobook, but don't expect anything deep or profound.
March 2, 2021
This is about 2 stars for me. I have liked Cameran since watching her on the real world when I was in middle school, and I really liked her on southern charm. This book is her usual schtick that you can see on her instagram, as relatable as she tries to be its clear she has just led a pretty privileged life and things have come fairly easy for her. It’s also mainly parenting focused (I am not a parent) with a few other life tidbits sprinkled in, but she really doesn’t share anything interesting or groundbreaking, or any juicy behind the scenes reality show details. I appreciate that she encourages women to trust their gut when parenting and is open about her struggles with breastfeeding as I think talking about that needs to be normalized, but aside from that this book was kind of just blah
October 31, 2023
I'm getting back into watching Southern Charm and decided to listen to the audiobook - I love Cam's voice and narration! I really enjoyed this but was hoping for more behind-the-scenes of Southern Charm. I would estimate that about 80% is about pregnancy and motherhood, so if those topics aren't of interest to you, I would probably skip this one.
April 13, 2021
Although very geared at moms I loved this book. A lot of the things she shared really spoke to things I have felt and I am sure will deal with in the future. This would make a great gift for someone who is pregnant with their first/a new mom!
February 14, 2021
"I have no problem admitting that I was ten times cooler and much more fun before I got pregnant and had a child."
I loved Cam since she was a cast member on The Real World & was so happy to see her on The Southern Charm show! I couldn't read this book without hearing Cam's voice in my head. I loved getting her perspective and honesty on topics that aren't typically a part of the normal conversation. Cameron's vulnerability and strength are evident throughout her chapters. Sometimes she repeats her ideas from chapter to chapter which would be fine if the essays would be published separately, however, when reading this over the course of a day or two I would skim over those repetitive themes because they were just stated in the previous chapter or two. I love Cameron & it's great to have a little piece of her in my home!
I loved Cam since she was a cast member on The Real World & was so happy to see her on The Southern Charm show! I couldn't read this book without hearing Cam's voice in my head. I loved getting her perspective and honesty on topics that aren't typically a part of the normal conversation. Cameron's vulnerability and strength are evident throughout her chapters. Sometimes she repeats her ideas from chapter to chapter which would be fine if the essays would be published separately, however, when reading this over the course of a day or two I would skim over those repetitive themes because they were just stated in the previous chapter or two. I love Cameron & it's great to have a little piece of her in my home!
February 6, 2021
Can't relate
The book is 90% motherhood so title is deceiving. I like her on the show but this book was a waste of money.
The book is 90% motherhood so title is deceiving. I like her on the show but this book was a waste of money.
February 22, 2022
A cute girl writing cute, filled with sensible advice from one who’s lived a biggish life. This would be a great book for a teen girl, college girl from a mother who would hope that that daughter would take and invest in the good advice of a celebrity when her mother wasn’t perhaps being heard.
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March 9, 2021I found this book to be all about motherhood. I wish it were more about dating and everything in between.
September 1, 2022
If you love pregnancy and babies and want graphic details of Cam’s delivery this is the book for you.
January 30, 2023
Just because you can write an insightful and funny Instagram post doesn’t mean you should write a book. I like Cameran and think she’s hilarious and I love when she wrote about being on The Real World and growing up, but it just was filled with boring platitudes about being a mom.
February 28, 2023
A real mom. Wish I had read this right after having Ev.
March 9, 2021
Hilarious.
March 7, 2021
Pretty sure this was the book on motherhood I needed to read right about now.
I really enjoyed Cameran on Southern Charm. She was always this voice of humor and reason, the one who kept it real and kept the boys in line. So it shouldn't have surprised me that her book about motherhood keeps it just as real and relatable as I found her on the show.
Her outlook on having children is so similar to my own journey - "nope, don't want 'em" until suddenly..."well, maybe. Her discussing her feelings about motherhood and her realization (thanks to therapy - EVERYONE, SERIOUSLY, GO TO THERAPY) that her fears about becoming a mother were rooted in her fears of motherhood requiring giving something up and ceding control were so relatable to me. Like Cameran, I'm also often an anxiety-ridden control freak, so when she talked about that it made me feel more seen.
Her discussion of pregnancy and motherhood was candid, and made me by turns less and MORE terrified at the prospect of having a child. She was honest about how hard it is, how much you do give up, but also about how much you gain, which it seems like is only a thing you can fully understand if you find yourself there.
Obviously, I'm not where Cam is - I'm still in the "let's see what happens" stage, while she's full into the toddler stage of motherhood by now. But if I do find myself on the same journey, I can definitely see myself turning back to this book to remind me that it's okay to be my own kind of mother, and it's okay to think it's hard and scary, because it is.
Thanks, Cam!
I really enjoyed Cameran on Southern Charm. She was always this voice of humor and reason, the one who kept it real and kept the boys in line. So it shouldn't have surprised me that her book about motherhood keeps it just as real and relatable as I found her on the show.
Her outlook on having children is so similar to my own journey - "nope, don't want 'em" until suddenly..."well, maybe. Her discussing her feelings about motherhood and her realization (thanks to therapy - EVERYONE, SERIOUSLY, GO TO THERAPY) that her fears about becoming a mother were rooted in her fears of motherhood requiring giving something up and ceding control were so relatable to me. Like Cameran, I'm also often an anxiety-ridden control freak, so when she talked about that it made me feel more seen.
Her discussion of pregnancy and motherhood was candid, and made me by turns less and MORE terrified at the prospect of having a child. She was honest about how hard it is, how much you do give up, but also about how much you gain, which it seems like is only a thing you can fully understand if you find yourself there.
Obviously, I'm not where Cam is - I'm still in the "let's see what happens" stage, while she's full into the toddler stage of motherhood by now. But if I do find myself on the same journey, I can definitely see myself turning back to this book to remind me that it's okay to be my own kind of mother, and it's okay to think it's hard and scary, because it is.
Thanks, Cam!
July 25, 2021
Should be required for all first time moms. This book resonated with me on so many levels. Whether you’re a reality tv star or just a regular old person like, some things about the fears and anxiety over being a parent are inevitable.
February 5, 2021
I adore Cam, but this book just wasn’t for me. Although I have children, I just wasn’t interested in the chapters about being pregnant and raising kids. I was hoping there would be a bit more about her time on Southern Charm, but I suppose I should’ve figured that wouldn’t be the case since the subtitle of the book highlights parenthood. I appreciated her honesty about the type of mother and wife she is, though, because it was so relatable.
February 4, 2021
TMI
This book was ok. It had every detail of her pregnancy and post pregnancy. A pregnancy tell all for a person who wasn't sure she wanted kids. I was hoping there would have been more info about her friendships with different cast members because she has such a range in age of friends that are such an interesting part her world. But this book just went pregnancy delivery breastfeeding stay at home mom the end.
This book was ok. It had every detail of her pregnancy and post pregnancy. A pregnancy tell all for a person who wasn't sure she wanted kids. I was hoping there would have been more info about her friendships with different cast members because she has such a range in age of friends that are such an interesting part her world. But this book just went pregnancy delivery breastfeeding stay at home mom the end.
April 13, 2021
I’m so so happy to see Southern Charm stars coming out with books! 🤩 First I read Patricia’s book, now Cam’s, and you better believe Shep’s book is on my hold list at the library! 💃🏼✨
This was a fun read by the lovely Cam! Cameran was always a favorite on Southern Charm and it was fun to read a little about her experience on the show, as well as her time on The Real World! This book dove a LOT more into motherhood than I expected, and I loved it! Cameran is unapologetically herself and I love that she doesn’t hold back talking about what life is REALLY like as a mom instead of sugarcoating things. 🍭 🍬 If I’ve learned anything in my 30 years of life and almost 3 years (😱) of being a mom, it’s that being real and relatable is so much better than being (or trying to be) perfect! This book is a good mix of Cam’s life/stories and general thoughts she has on subjects like breastfeeding, parenting, life in the south, and a lot more.
I loved this peek 👀 into Cameran’s life!
This was a fun read by the lovely Cam! Cameran was always a favorite on Southern Charm and it was fun to read a little about her experience on the show, as well as her time on The Real World! This book dove a LOT more into motherhood than I expected, and I loved it! Cameran is unapologetically herself and I love that she doesn’t hold back talking about what life is REALLY like as a mom instead of sugarcoating things. 🍭 🍬 If I’ve learned anything in my 30 years of life and almost 3 years (😱) of being a mom, it’s that being real and relatable is so much better than being (or trying to be) perfect! This book is a good mix of Cam’s life/stories and general thoughts she has on subjects like breastfeeding, parenting, life in the south, and a lot more.
I loved this peek 👀 into Cameran’s life!
February 16, 2021
Really bad. I’d like think Cam just got some horrible advice bc I really enjoy her on TV. It’s totally confusing who this book is for - reality tv addicts? Moms? Women who want to be moms? If you’re in the first two categories, prepare to be very bored. There’s hardly any juicy or fun stories despite being on 2 hit reality shows, and yes, we get it - motherhood is hard!
February 3, 2021
I absolutely love Cameran Eubanks and was so excited to listen to her new book! I listened to the whole thing in less than 24 hours because I was loving her voice telling her stories. Although I loved hearing her stories, some were harder for me to relate to because I am no where near ready to have a baby. While I do think this is the perfect book for an expecting or new mother, it probably isn’t for everyone. I still enjoyed a glimpse into Cam’s life that maybe wasn’t on all the southern charm episodes I’ve watched. She did a fabulous job of telling her story and discussing the not so glamorous sides of life. So sad she won’t be on southern charm anymore but this book made me really respect her making decisions based on what is best for her and her family, showing that priorities can absolutely change throughout your life and sometimes, you need to spend your time where it matters most.
December 16, 2020
About a month ago I started watching a show about good looking people in Charleston. SOUTHERN CHARM quickly became an addiction. And while Craig was adorable I felt most connected to Cameran. I immediately recognized her as the pretty girl from the real world San Diego who I had loved. This cameran was more worldly, more poised and ready to have fun. Needless to say, I was excited when I found out she was releasing a book. While I’m not a mother, I enjoyed all the essays and would love to read more. Cameran, thanks for opening up your life once again.
February 15, 2021
Listened to this on audio. There is very little new news here. Cameran comes off as very normal - paints herself as an every mom type. It's refreshing to hear her recount some of the same struggles that I had in the early years of motherhood. However, she is clearly privileged so some of her anecdotes can come off as tone deaf. I bought this book simply because I enjoy her social media and loved her on Southern Charm not because I was looking for some magic mother wisdom.
February 23, 2021
I follow this woman on social media and was curious about her first book so purchased it. Though I am no longer in the new mom window I think this was a fantastic view into it and wish I had it when I was in this stage of my life. I will be purchasing this for the ladies in my life who are newly pregnant as her honest take on pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood was refreshingly genuine. All the pressures I felt as a new mom and all the unsolicited expert advice was often demoralizing and overwhelming. I wish more people would have told me to trust my instincts which is exactly what the author chose to do in her pregnancy and new motherhood journey. Loved it.
June 3, 2021
Perfect for any Mom!
Having just had my first child, this book was SO accurate on so many points and a lot of truth that people don’t talk about. I absolutely loved the honesty and felt more normal. I’m also a fan of reality tv (guilty pleasure of mine) so I liked hearing about her time on The Real World and Southern Charm. Overall a quick read that is funny, honest and entertaining.
Having just had my first child, this book was SO accurate on so many points and a lot of truth that people don’t talk about. I absolutely loved the honesty and felt more normal. I’m also a fan of reality tv (guilty pleasure of mine) so I liked hearing about her time on The Real World and Southern Charm. Overall a quick read that is funny, honest and entertaining.
February 3, 2021
I loved the chapters on Real World & Southern Charm and wish there was more of those stories. If you are a fan of Cam’s you’ve heard a lot of what’s in this book before. Most of the book deals with the new mom stage of life. I love that she shares her experiences, but I’m not in that stage any longer. I do think it’s a great book for a new mom tho. Love Cam & miss her on the show.
February 22, 2021
A light, good natured book that had me giggling throughout. As much as I initially picked it up because I’ve enjoyed watching Cameran on Real World and Southern Charm, it was great hearing her honesty about becoming a mother. If you need a mental cleanse between other books, I definitely recommend this one. Not to sound sexist, but definitely a book that would be more enjoyed by women than men.
March 10, 2021
Flew through this one (listened on audible)! Although I have to admit that I fast-forwarded through some of the "Labor" chapter. I couldn't relate directly to a lot of it because I am not a mother, but I love Cam and appreciated her sharing her stories. Loved hearing about the start of Southern Charm and how she first started hanging out with Shep & Craig.
August 5, 2021
When I started this I did not expect for it to be a Motherhood guide. I was expecting it to focus more on her life throughout the years. I love Cameran and although I find her to be endearing and genuine, I found the writing to be incredibly repetitive. This might be a good book to gift a friend who is scared of the motherhood journey.
March 3, 2022
I am obsessed with Southern Charm and Cameran has always been one of my favorites. I was super excited for this book! While there were some great stories in here, I feel like it was 80% motherhood and 20% everything else. There is nothing wrong with that, and I learned some great tips for when I become a mother, maybe one day. If you are looking for Southern Charm stories and more about Cameran before motherhood, you just won't find it with this book.
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