: Unlike many idealised stories, it realistically portrays life with a newborn, including the "stinky" diapers, constant crying, and the natural jealousy older siblings might feel when parents are preoccupied. Visual and Cultural Impact

A: Rare. The phrase is uniquely German. The closest English equivalent is "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein or "A Chair for My Mother" by Vera B. Williams.