The struggle for uninterrupted bathroom time is one of the harsh realities of motherhood that inspired the collection I Just Want to Use the Bathroom Alone and its sequels, including the recently released I STILL Just Want to Use the Bathroom Alone. Curated by writer Sarah Jenkins, these self-published volumes showcase contributions from 40 talented mom bloggers, tackling challenging subjects like adolescent disputes (“An Open Letter to My Daughter: My Mother Was Right, and You Should Think So Too”) and chaotic family dinners (“Flames, Knives, and Anxiety: A Family Meal”).
“Being a mom can feel isolating,” says Jenkins, who runs the blog Moms Who Need a Break and is a mother of three. “If you don’t find the humor in it, you risk drowning in tears, so laughter is essential.”
Transforming motherhood into comedic relief has resonated deeply with readers. Since its initial launch in 2013, I Just Want to Use the Bathroom Alone has gained such traction that it even made it onto The New York Times bestseller list—a remarkable achievement for a self-published work.
While recognition from the literary world is significant, Linda Stokes, a contributor to The Parenting Chronicles and author of the blog Real Mom Talk, believes the book’s popularity highlights the essence of blogging. “Every mother has a unique story,” she shares. “But not everyone is equipped to articulate it. There’s nothing more fulfilling than sharing a narrative online or in print and having someone approach you to say you captured her feelings—now she feels less isolated.”
Even in the restroom, Jenkins hopes both books find a spot on every bathroom shelf: “A woman can lock the door and enjoy a brief essay without worrying about complicated plots or which character met their end last chapter. Just a moment of laughter.” What more could a mom desire?
I Just Want to Use the Bathroom Alone, I Just Want to Be Alone, and I STILL Just Want to Use the Bathroom Alone are available on platforms like Amazon, Kindle, and iTunes. For more insights into home insemination, you may want to check out this informative post on our blog here.
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In summary, motherhood is filled with challenges, but finding humor in those experiences can make all the difference.
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