An hilarious film that debunks all the myths about becoming a mother in the most delightful and enjoyable way. In Kleptomami, co-writer/director Pola Beck addresses the societal expectations put on women who have just given birth via the perspective of a young mother, seething on the inside, who is ready to call it like it is. Funny yet rooted in reality, this film might feel like a relief to some.

Shocked by the differences between her own expectations and the reality of motherhood, experiencing first hand the pressure from family and friends to be happy and fulfilled right after giving birth, inspired Beck to tell a story that would actually shine the light on the sometimes conflicted truth. In a culture where almost any subject seems fair game, it is strange that this most natural process is still perceived as a taboo subject—most people in the early stages of parenthood are torn between what they are supposed to be saying and how they are actually feeling both physically and emotionally. Using a light and humorous tone, Beck injects fresh air in the topic by going through the process step-by-step to outrageous effect.

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