Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom by Matt Coyne


Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom
Title : Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom
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ISBN : 1472245032
ISBN-10 : 9781472245038
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 288
Publication : Published September 19, 2019

More inept, more clueless and more exhausted than ever, the man behind the blogging phenomenon Man vs Baby is back with the latest instalment in his (and his son Charlie's) journey through the chaos and comedy of parenting In the follow-up to the critically acclaimed Sunday Times bestseller Dummy comes Man vs Toddler - the story of what happens when your little one is transformed from an innocent bundle of joy into a creature that walks, talks... and craps in a plastic bucket in the middle of your living room. Man vs Toddler exposes the lie that, that when it comes to parenting 'it gets easier'. But it is just as foul-mouthed and heart-warming as Matt's first book, and will have you laughing and crying with recognition as he shares his observations and advice on everything from tantrums to the horrors of soft-play.

Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom Reviews

  • Han Preston

    This is a must-read for anyone in charge of a 2-year-old. Absolutely hilarious and incredibly accurate, but also rather sweet.

  • Kirsty West

    Currently living with a full blown three-nager so this was very relatable and had me nodding and laughing all the way through.

  • Kel

    ***3 1/2 stars***


    Hilariously funny at times. Big fan of his stories, especially on FB. However, I can't relate to some of the situations he described. My children are no longer toddlers, maybe my memories are a litlte wonky but the temper tantrums I experienced were quite minimal. They do know when I mean business by the tone of my voice.

    Sad to know he may write his last book featuring Charlie. I would love to know his journey with Man vs Tween or even Man vs Teenager. The latter would be a hoot I think.

  • Shauna

    The reality is that walking anywhere with a two year old is more like herding a mad chicken."

    "Most toddlers in these photos have a cute wisp of icing sugar on the tip of their nose, Charlie is head-to-foot in cake mix and looks like he motor-boated a chocolate trifle."

    Loved this book. I highly recommend for any parents with toddlers. I have not come across a book that I laughed out loud to so much as I've done with this. A fun read with such a heartfelt message at the end. I'm so glad I picked it up and have already passed it over to himself to get stuck into.
    5⭐

  • Emma Harrison

    I have the audiobook and thoroughly enjoyed this, possibly even more than "Dummy". I think it made it even better having Matt Coyne reading it. I did get some very funny looks from strangers when it made me laugh out loud. I particularly enjoyed the chapters on soft play and restaurants. I would definitely recommend this to parents but tbh, the stories will make anyone laugh!

  • Carl

    A great read for anyone who has kids, I had planned on sharing quotes that I could relate to on FB but then I would probably be quoting the whole book! Would probably scare the 💩 out of anyone whose kids haven’t hit toddler age though!

  • Zoe

    As a mum to a 2.5 yr old and a 6 month old, this book SPOKE TO ME. I quite literally howled with laughter at every single page. Beautifully touching, INCREDIBLY hilarious and the realest representation of parenthood ever, ever, ever.

  • Elliott Clarke

    It is a hilarious, enjoyable read about parenting a toddler. I enjoyed its layout and content. It did make me laugh out loud in many places even if I did find the author's overzealous use of swearing to be a little much.

    Great read, full of heart, laughs, and relatable moments

  • Dan Johnston

    Even better than his first and that was hard to beat. Absolutely insane, funny, brutally honest and a must-read. Also, I got a signed copy - WHOOP!

  • Kelly

    No truer tale of live with a toddler!

  • Sarah Garman

    Laugh out loud funny

  • Stacey Bookerworm

    Hilariously funny and accurate portrayal of parenting a toddler

  • Shaun Dyer

    Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom is the follow-up to the smash hit (and absolutely wonderful) Dummy: Parenting for the Inept and the Clueless. If you've ever dipped into the author's Man vs Baby blog you will know what to expect here; an equal mix of exasperated complaints and heartwarming stories that will make you laugh and cry.

    Again, the author doesn't pretend to have all the answers, or any answers really, but he does have a wonderful way of looking at the world that is a breath of fresh air. If you're British it's worth reading just for the takedown of Bing! alone, but if you're not a Brit there is still plenty to enjoy.

    Come for the story about how Matt got trapped in a soft play, but stay for the takedowns of know-it-all parents and the lovely anecdotes about Charlie and how much having a small human changes your life for the better.

  • Sara Williams

    A totally fabulous, hilarious and touching look at bringing up a toddler. All parents ( and non-parents) should read it.

  • Jem

    This is a glorious book of belly laughs and sage wisdom. Being on the precipice of having a toddler I would recommend it to anyone in the same situation.