Are you ready to panic about babies?

By Mir

February 21, 2011

Disclaimer: Today’s contest is for people with a sense of humor that runs towards the slightly… improper. You have been warned.

You read What to Expect When You’re Expecting. Maybe you even read The Girlfriend’s Guide to Pregnancy. But what new parents really need is the shocking new book from Alice Bradley (of Finslippy) and Eden Kennedy (of Fussy): Let’s Panic About Babies! If you’re unfamiliar with these fabulous ladies, check out the Let’s Panic About Babies! site to get a little taste of their humor.

Irreverence is the name of the game here, so the winner of today’s contest is going to receive a Let’s Panic! gift basket containing the following items (please note that I didn’t put this together, but I do think it’s hilarious): An electric “back” massager, a stress ball, an anti-stress bath soak, a meditation CD, Anne Taintor shot glasses, a Subversive Cross Stitch set that reads “STOP FREAKING OUT”… and, of course, the book!

This would make a lovely gift for your favorite new mom. Or for yourself. But only if you’ll find it funny and not offensive. If you find it offensive, feel free not to enter the contest. But, uh, don’t feel the need to go the extra mile and send me hate mail, because that would be a bummer.

So! Want to win it? Of course you do! First go review the contest rules and regulations, then come on back here and leave a comment on this post by 8:00 a.m. Eastern (that’s 5:00 a.m. Pacific) on Thursday, February 24th, 2011 for an entry. Winner to be determined by random number generation and strength of your baby’s laser-beam glare.

Ready? Go!

183 Comments

Rosie on February 21, 2011 at 1:36 pm

Dang, I don’t want the first comment curse. But I want the book!
Coleen on February 21, 2011 at 1:40 pm

Samesies – the book’s title makes me laugh every time I see it!
Kristi S on February 21, 2011 at 1:40 pm

This would be a great present for my cousin whose due in May!
Robin on February 21, 2011 at 1:40 pm

this sounds awesome!
MamaChristy on February 21, 2011 at 1:41 pm

I NEED this! I have a friend about to have a baby and I NEED to give this to her!
Momsy on February 21, 2011 at 1:42 pm

Aaack! Babies! Would love to read this book.
Stephanie on February 21, 2011 at 1:43 pm

Hope this book comes with instructions on how to control their stench!
Pamela on February 21, 2011 at 1:44 pm

Yeah, I’d be keeping that for myself, I’m due at the end of July. Also, I hadn’t heard about the book despite the fact that I used to read both those blogs, so successful marketing effort +1 (in case they were wondering).
Christina on February 21, 2011 at 1:45 pm

My best friend is finding out in the next 15 minutes what she’s having – this would be SO MUCH FUN to give her!
Eva on February 21, 2011 at 1:47 pm

Please! I could use some fun news…
Elizabeth Tomihiro on February 21, 2011 at 1:51 pm

Now I’m torn between waiting to see if I win and running out to buy the book. It’s about time someone put some humor into a baby book. I know from experiance you really need humor when you have a new baby.
pam on February 21, 2011 at 1:51 pm

OhOhOh I know just who this’d be perfect for…
Tanya on February 21, 2011 at 1:52 pm

This would be perfect for my sister!
Lisa P on February 21, 2011 at 1:53 pm

I have ooldes of friends havin babies who have great sense of humor- so I will put this to good use- but I just may read the book first since my ‘baby’ is now 3….
Kate on February 21, 2011 at 1:53 pm

Like!
Polly on February 21, 2011 at 1:53 pm

I love these gals! I was going to buy the book for myself. And still will buy it for friends, if’n I win this dealie. But geez, the shot glasses got me.
Kris on February 21, 2011 at 1:53 pm

holy crap – I am currently panicking about babies, so this would be great!
Christina on February 21, 2011 at 1:57 pm

I’ve got two baby showers coming up. Come on, me!
Kat on February 21, 2011 at 1:57 pm

I am totally ready to panic about babies when I have one this April.
Courtney on February 21, 2011 at 1:58 pm

This would be an awesome gift for a few of my friends who are getting ready to dive into the crazy club called parenthood.
Steph on February 21, 2011 at 1:58 pm

Cool…I’d love that!
squorkymama on February 21, 2011 at 1:58 pm

This would be so much fun. I might even share it. 😉
Cindy on February 21, 2011 at 1:59 pm

Oh my goodness. I have a girlfriend who seriously needs this. In fact, it is a great idea even if I don’t win!
Cheri on February 21, 2011 at 2:01 pm

new baby in our house. Love their humor. I will love to read it and maybe pass it on to my friend having twins. Thanks!
Sarah Skeeters on February 21, 2011 at 2:04 pm

They are hilarious…love it!
Julia on February 21, 2011 at 2:04 pm

Please choose me.
Mary A on February 21, 2011 at 2:04 pm

Too funny. Would love to win for my sister-in-law. Thanks for the giveaway.
Tafline on February 21, 2011 at 2:07 pm

This sounds like a must have for every new mom – and I know just the mom to give this to…
jan on February 21, 2011 at 2:07 pm

Sounds awesome!
betsy king on February 21, 2011 at 2:09 pm

Sign me up! I want to win!
Nancy on February 21, 2011 at 2:10 pm

Too funny — would love to read this!
Corey on February 21, 2011 at 2:10 pm

Hilarious 🙂
Chrissy on February 21, 2011 at 2:11 pm

Love it!
Lauren on February 21, 2011 at 2:12 pm

Hilarious!
Swistle on February 21, 2011 at 2:16 pm

I love this. I think I would give it to my sister-in-law.
Ladylynn on February 21, 2011 at 2:18 pm

I would love this for me! Please pick me!
Jenn on February 21, 2011 at 2:19 pm

Love it! What an awesome gift basket for the unexpecting new mom!
emily on February 21, 2011 at 2:21 pm

Sounds like just what every new mom needs!
Average Jane on February 21, 2011 at 2:22 pm

This would be great to have ready for the next baby shower I attend.
Sarah on February 21, 2011 at 2:22 pm

Sounds like fun!!
Stephanie on February 21, 2011 at 2:23 pm

love it!!
Caty on February 21, 2011 at 2:23 pm

I need the cross stitch.
D on February 21, 2011 at 2:31 pm

Now that’s funny! My daughter needs this.
Kate on February 21, 2011 at 2:35 pm

I’d love this- what a great package!
Jana on February 21, 2011 at 2:40 pm

I’d love it!
Kate on February 21, 2011 at 2:41 pm

This would be so awesome for my sister who is about to have number three. Not a panicker (is that a word?) but she’d love love love it nonetheless.
Jen on February 21, 2011 at 2:41 pm

Could I please win this for my neighbor who just brought home twins?????
Elizabeth on February 21, 2011 at 2:45 pm

Hilarious. I’m almost 8 months pregnant with number two and totally “need” this! 🙂
Monica on February 21, 2011 at 2:46 pm

Ha. This sounds awesome. I would love to win this!
Carrie Hellbusch on February 21, 2011 at 2:48 pm

Let’s go Lady Luck! Mama needs a laugh-no whammy’s!
Ginny on February 21, 2011 at 2:55 pm

Ha ha ha! Awesome. Would love to read it.
ste on February 21, 2011 at 2:57 pm

Panic? What panic? Just because number two is on its way and I am having trouble imagining how I’ll do it without losing my mind! Ha.
Melanie on February 21, 2011 at 2:57 pm

Yes, please 🙂
Heidi on February 21, 2011 at 3:05 pm

Oh, I know the perfect person to gift this to!
Gwen on February 21, 2011 at 3:16 pm

Oh, yes, please!
Brigitte on February 21, 2011 at 3:19 pm

I think mine had more laser-beam screams!
Elizabeth on February 21, 2011 at 3:20 pm

too cute!
melinda on February 21, 2011 at 3:28 pm

I think I have the right person to give this to, but I’ll have to give her a test first, to make sure. (She may be actually panicking about babies- for reals!)
Whitney on February 21, 2011 at 3:29 pm

Panic!
JessicaD on February 21, 2011 at 3:40 pm

Fun! thanks! Jessica
sara on February 21, 2011 at 3:44 pm

ready to panic!
Kamma on February 21, 2011 at 3:45 pm

I don’t have babies yet. but HELLO I wanna read this book! looks hilarious.
Sue on February 21, 2011 at 3:48 pm

Humorous!!!
Morgaine Brindle on February 21, 2011 at 3:48 pm

O good gods, I am SO READY to panic! You have no earthly idea!
Karla on February 21, 2011 at 3:55 pm

yes, please!!
Bonnie on February 21, 2011 at 3:55 pm

Love irreverance!
Tina on February 21, 2011 at 3:59 pm

Expecting Baby #4 in a month–this looks REALLY fun, and has some really useful (= make me laugh) things!!!
EG on February 21, 2011 at 4:04 pm

This would be just perfect for a pregnant friend of mine. She even cross-stitches!
may on February 21, 2011 at 4:06 pm

Just getting over the excitement of this pregnancy (which will be my third kiddo) and starting to panic. Timely giveaway!
CuriousParty on February 21, 2011 at 4:22 pm

Wouldn’t be offended at all…. not even a little bit
Susie on February 21, 2011 at 4:26 pm

My BFF is prego! How fun!
mary fran on February 21, 2011 at 4:33 pm

My friend is pregnant with her first and I would love this for her!
Missy on February 21, 2011 at 4:42 pm

LOVE it!!
Karate Mom on February 21, 2011 at 4:46 pm

There is the most sweet couple that I know who NEED this gift basket! (Thank God I don’t because, as much as I love babies, I DO NOT want to have another one!)
traci on February 21, 2011 at 4:50 pm

I’m a new mom! (Well…I already had two before my latest… but that’s still new, isn’t it?) Sounds hilarious
Michelle on February 21, 2011 at 5:04 pm

Love Anne Taintor and love Subversive Cross stitich!
Ingrid on February 21, 2011 at 5:05 pm

I know somebody who would really appreciate this!
Dawn on February 21, 2011 at 5:05 pm

Awesome!
Shannon on February 21, 2011 at 5:07 pm

I’m in!
Valerie on February 21, 2011 at 5:19 pm

I am good at nothing if not panicking. Not sure what that says about me. Need this!
Angie on February 21, 2011 at 5:23 pm

I’m currently panicking!!! Pick me!
Karen B on February 21, 2011 at 5:24 pm

This book looks like it would be perfect for a friend of mine. Actually, two friends could use it, I would have to decide who I like best if I win.
BTW, your random number generator is sooooooooooooooooo pretty. 🙂
Lacey on February 21, 2011 at 5:36 pm

Funny
chesney on February 21, 2011 at 5:36 pm

Baby due in 2 months…I think I need this
Kathy on February 21, 2011 at 5:57 pm

A friend of mine just found out she is 7 weeks pregnant and she has an 8 week old adopted baby. She NEEDS this!
Carrie on February 21, 2011 at 6:02 pm

FUN!
Kyung on February 21, 2011 at 6:08 pm

I have a friend who needs this!
Cristin on February 21, 2011 at 6:14 pm

Oh yes, I want this one
Susan on February 21, 2011 at 6:20 pm

I have the perfect friend for this!
Erin K on February 21, 2011 at 6:28 pm

Oh this would make a great gift!
alexa on February 21, 2011 at 6:43 pm

I really want to read this book.
My Kids Mom on February 21, 2011 at 6:54 pm

I have no baby and I want no more babies… but I want to read her book!
Amanda on February 21, 2011 at 7:04 pm

this looks awesome
Rebekah on February 21, 2011 at 7:17 pm

Love it!
Jennefer on February 21, 2011 at 7:21 pm

This would be a great gift for my friend’s baby shower next month. She is already freaking out.
aly on February 21, 2011 at 7:27 pm

so fun! thanks mir!
Alicia on February 21, 2011 at 7:27 pm

Count me in…..books sounds great!
Stephanie on February 21, 2011 at 7:32 pm

Yay for Panic!!
Beth TB on February 21, 2011 at 7:33 pm

Love it! I could use some more snark in my life.
Andrea on February 21, 2011 at 7:48 pm

Awesome! Lucky number 100?!!?
dDub on February 21, 2011 at 7:51 pm

Will pass on the book to sister, but maybe keep the back massager from myself…
Abbey on February 21, 2011 at 8:09 pm

Sounds fun!
Sarah Smith on February 21, 2011 at 8:27 pm

My baby has super laser beam eyes. I’ve already won. Now give me the book.

(Did it work? Just checking.)
Katie on February 21, 2011 at 8:43 pm

Panicking, check!
Rachel on February 21, 2011 at 9:02 pm

I love subversion 😉
Holly on February 21, 2011 at 9:04 pm

My bff would love this, her little baby is due in a couple weeks
sarah on February 21, 2011 at 9:13 pm

My daughter is a year old, but it’s not too late — I’d love to read this book!
Crystal Boyce on February 21, 2011 at 9:24 pm

Love the cover art!
Lisa on February 21, 2011 at 9:29 pm

yes, please!
Melanie on February 21, 2011 at 9:42 pm

Yes!!
kim on February 21, 2011 at 9:44 pm

would love to win this!
Carla on February 21, 2011 at 9:59 pm

Would love to win
lisabug on February 21, 2011 at 10:24 pm

My step-daughter has baby number two on the way in June!
Chakolate on February 21, 2011 at 10:25 pm

This sounds hilarious! I’m in, please.
Katie K. on February 21, 2011 at 10:48 pm

Looks like a hoot! I am done with babies, but look back fondly on the freaking out years. It would be a trip down memory lane….
junglewife on February 21, 2011 at 11:29 pm

I would love to win this for my sister who, yes, is panicking about her new pregnancy!
Antonella on February 21, 2011 at 11:54 pm

EHEHEHE (evil laughter)… would be great for my bro and sis-in-law who are expecting their first!!!
Aimee on February 21, 2011 at 11:55 pm

I’ll throw my name in, just so that I can say that is one of the funniest things I’ve head all weekend. We referred to all baby books as the paranoia books. “OOH. The baby looked sideways. Better check the paranoia book.” So this contest is just plain AWESOME!
Grace on February 22, 2011 at 2:40 am

Hilarious! Would love a copy!
Heather M. on February 22, 2011 at 6:25 am

Cute……a gift for a friend who just had #3!
Lee on February 22, 2011 at 7:13 am

What a great gift idea . . . even if I don’t win.
Lucy on February 22, 2011 at 7:40 am

As a mother of a hyperactive 6 month old, I would love to win this book!
Michelle on February 22, 2011 at 8:10 am

My daughter is trying to start a family and what fun this book would be!
DW on February 22, 2011 at 8:14 am

Hahahahahaha!
So funny.

Thanks Mir.
Elly on February 22, 2011 at 8:32 am

My favorite pregnancy book so far? “Pregnancy Sucks.” This pack sounds like it would be right up any grumpy mom’s alley.
Sara on February 22, 2011 at 8:37 am

My pregnant sister REALLY needs a dose of reality.
NTE on February 22, 2011 at 8:53 am

I’m so looking forward to this book (and am good at panicking!)
Jackie on February 22, 2011 at 9:19 am

Sounds like my kind of humor.
Paige on February 22, 2011 at 9:21 am

I could use the STOP FREAKING OUT!
Jess on February 22, 2011 at 9:51 am

I have a 4 month old!
LISA P. on February 22, 2011 at 9:52 am

Me! I’d love to win this!
Christine on February 22, 2011 at 9:53 am

HA! Hilarious gift basket!
Seth on February 22, 2011 at 9:58 am

This looks hilarious! Want.
dallimomma on February 22, 2011 at 10:28 am

My daughter is a little bit panic-striken anticipating going from mother of one to mother of two. This might really alleviate the stress!
Lisa on February 22, 2011 at 10:29 am

I’ll be trying pretty soon and would love something like this!
Joanne on February 22, 2011 at 10:46 am

Perfect!
hannita on February 22, 2011 at 11:31 am

Sounds hilarious. I do love those writers.
Linda Mc on February 22, 2011 at 11:47 am

I know a new mom who could use this!
Katie in CA on February 22, 2011 at 12:27 pm

I think I need this. I have two friends that had three babies between them.
Mamacita on February 22, 2011 at 12:44 pm

My baby had laser eyes, too! What a coincidence.
Kari on February 22, 2011 at 2:35 pm

Sounds hilarious!
Emily on February 22, 2011 at 4:38 pm

Funny is always a welcome guest in this house!
Stacy on February 22, 2011 at 6:09 pm

perfect gift set.
keri on February 22, 2011 at 7:04 pm

BOTH my sisters are due a day apart at the end of March! This would be so great!
Niki on February 22, 2011 at 8:16 pm

Would love to have this.
Tammy A. on February 22, 2011 at 9:09 pm

I love a good funny book, and the fun things with it are awesome. count me in !!!
Meg on February 23, 2011 at 10:18 am

I just had a baby and could really use anything that tells me to stop freaking out!!!
Laurin on February 23, 2011 at 10:24 am

This would make an awesome gift for my friend Laura who just had a baby!
MeganI on February 23, 2011 at 1:46 pm

Pick me! Pick me! I neeeeeed this! 🙂
Cheyrl S. on February 23, 2011 at 3:54 pm

sounds hillarious!!
Jill W. on February 23, 2011 at 3:55 pm

Fun!
Shelly on February 23, 2011 at 3:56 pm

I wanna win!!!
Juli on February 23, 2011 at 3:56 pm

Sounds fun plus my sister is a new mom.
beth s on February 23, 2011 at 4:05 pm

crazy
Becky on February 23, 2011 at 4:06 pm

Sounds awesome!
sara on February 23, 2011 at 4:09 pm

what a funny site!
Phraktyl on February 23, 2011 at 4:12 pm

Would be great for my wife!
Jessie on February 23, 2011 at 4:37 pm

awesome!
i want this!
Katherine on February 23, 2011 at 4:41 pm

Count me in!
stephanie on February 23, 2011 at 4:45 pm

Oh man, my friend is eight weeks from being a mother- she would love this so much!!!
Colette Wertz on February 23, 2011 at 5:25 pm

Due in October, this would be nice!
Janet Ritchie on February 23, 2011 at 5:27 pm

I need this!
Pick me, please!!!
Diane on February 23, 2011 at 5:46 pm

me – I am panicked just about all the time so it’s perfect!
Alisa on February 23, 2011 at 7:11 pm

Would be a hoot to give as a gift!
Mariah on February 23, 2011 at 7:11 pm

This would be hilarious!!
connieh30 on February 23, 2011 at 8:05 pm

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Jennifer B on February 23, 2011 at 8:06 pm

I have a lot of friends having kids this year and could use some baby gifts.
bogartg on February 23, 2011 at 9:04 pm

I think I would want this for me!
andytn on February 23, 2011 at 9:46 pm

OH! I’m throwing a baby shower at school for my son’s kindergarten teacher. This would score some massive brownie points!!!
Cianta Hogan on February 23, 2011 at 9:54 pm

I really would like this. This sounds so funny and very interesting. Pick me!
iRENE on February 23, 2011 at 10:18 pm

THanks Mir. Perfect timing!
Suz on February 23, 2011 at 10:27 pm

This looks funny!
Emily on February 23, 2011 at 10:36 pm

This sounds awesome.
cindy on February 23, 2011 at 10:53 pm

My best friend just had her first baby, and this would be perfect for her!
Mrs. Kinne on February 23, 2011 at 11:14 pm

This cracks me up. 🙂
stacy on February 23, 2011 at 11:44 pm

That sounds like the best gift basket ever!
jenn on February 23, 2011 at 11:49 pm

woo love it
Donnette Richards on February 23, 2011 at 11:56 pm

I’m a grandmother of 5. My kids need this book.
Catherine on February 24, 2011 at 6:42 am

Just under the wire! But don’t hold that against me, o powerful random number generator.
sara on February 24, 2011 at 7:55 am

due with number two october! please!!!
Bob on March 2, 2011 at 4:07 pm

sure, why not. can’t go wrong with free stuff.
brenna on March 2, 2011 at 6:21 pm

Count me in!
Amanda obrien on March 2, 2011 at 10:03 pm

Gimme! Gimme! (Please? Thank you!)

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