It all started with a mom who had to poop…
About the Book
Sitting on the couch reading to my newborn daughter, I stopped mid-page when I realized two things:
My baby was not following the story whatsoever,
I had to poop.
Overwhelmed by the “must-dos” of raising a baby, it felt like there was no time left in the day for mama to go poop!
Mom Has to Poop is the book I wish I had back then: a collection of positive affirmations for new moms, featuring beautiful artwork babies and adults will love.
The moral of the story? Everyone needs to eat, sleep, poop, and feel supported - whether they’re an itty-bitty newborn or a kick-ass mother.
Mom Has to Poop was written, illustrated, designed, and printed in Canada.
About Alexandra Kasper
I am a mom to a baby and two cats. I love cheese and camping, hate chocolate and cooking, and enjoy singing action songs a bit too much. I am married to a wonderful and supportive husband, Chapin (who thankfully loves to cook). We recently moved back home to Ontario after 5 years in British Columbia.
I am also a trained physicist and completed my M.Sc. in theoretical biophysics before studying educational technology during my M.Ed. I love designing learning experiences for others, especially young women exploring STEM.
My daughter, Lilly, was born in June 2020 and I have been trying to navigate being a parent during the pandemic ever since. Mom Has to Poop is written as much for me as it is for other new moms as I still struggle to remind myself that I really am doing a great job.
About Nikki Gonzales
Nikki is a Filipina graphic designer and illustrator based in Vancouver. Her vibrant, maximalist art is inspired by the culture of the Philippines, and the colourful travels she experienced during years of living nomadically.
She uses a variety of digital platforms for her illustration and graphic design work, as well as ink and acrylic for traditional art.
Aside from drawing and design, Nikki is passionate about travel and the diversity of people and their stories. She enjoys hiking, climbing and exploring the outdoors. She is also an avid interior stylist and is currently embracing her new adventure of nesting in Canada.