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Highlights
- An all-inclusive pregnancy and birthing guidebook that gives soon-to-be mothers and their partners the information they need to make decisions, feel confident, and enjoy the beauty of creating new life.
- About the Author: Erica Chidi is a doula, lactation counselor and trained chef.
- 448 Pages
- Family + Relationships, Parenting
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Book Synopsis
An all-inclusive pregnancy and birthing guidebook that gives soon-to-be mothers and their partners the information they need to make decisions, feel confident, and enjoy the beauty of creating new life. A comprehensive and judgement-free pregnancy companion, Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach. Author Erica Chidi Cohen has assisted countless births and helped hundreds of families ease into their new roles through her work as a doula. Nurture covers everything from the beginning months of pregnancy to the baby's first weeks. This empowering book includes dozens of important topics that every modern mom needs to know, such as fetal development, making choices for a hospital, home or birth center birth, the basics of breastfeeding, tips on what to expect postpartum, and more. THE ULTIMATE GUDIE FOR MOMS TO BE: Nurture is packed with helpful resources, including supportive self-care and mindfulness exercises, trimester-specific holistic remedies, nourishing foods and recipes for every month of pregnancy, and expert tips for every birth environment, accompanied by more than 40 charming and informative illustrations, charts, and lists. EXPERIENCED AUTHOR: Erica Chidi Cohen is co-founder and CEO of Loom in Los Angeles. She began her work in San Francisco, volunteering as a doula within the prison system, working with pregnant inmates. She went on to build a successful doula and health education practice in Los Angeles and has been featured in Women's Health, Vogue, Goop, The Cut and Marie Claire. EXPERTS LOVE IT: Nurture is highly recommended by a wide range of experts: "What a gift to new and expecting moms. You have no idea the mountain and rollercoaster you're about to embark on, but Nurture somehow gives you a peek in and gives you essential information to help ground you." --Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and co-founder of One Potato "It's like having an expert doula and friend at your fingertips. I'd recommend this book for the nightstand of every expectant mother." --Joanna Goddard, founder of the women's lifestyle website Cup of Jo Perfect for:- Expecting mothers and their partners, first-time moms, and new parents
- Gift givers looking for a great baby shower gift
- Adding to the shelf alongside other pregnancy books and titles on birth and parenting
Review Quotes
"A great read for the modern parent! It's what I would recommend to my own friends to read"- Abby Epstein, Director The Business Of Being Born
"Beyond having a seemingly encyclopedic knowledge of all things pregnancy, birth, and baby, Erica Chidi Cohen truly cares about the wellbeing of all mothers, babies, and partners. This book is for everyone-regardless of their birth preferences, background, or beliefs. The knowledge my husband and I gained reading this book has us feeling prepared, empowered, and ready for whatever lies ahead."- Whitney Port, author, fashion designer, and television personality
"Erica is one of the warmest, kindest women I know, so it's no surprise that Nurture reveals how to take gentle care of yourself during pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood (as you gradually develop what she calls your "mother muscle"). Nurture supports all different approaches-home births, epidurals, breastfeeding, bottle feeding-so you can choose your own path with Erica's reassuring advice. It's like having an expert doula and friend at your fingertips. I'd recommend this book for the nightstand of every expectant mother."-Joanna Goddard, founder of the women's lifestyle website Cup of Jo
"Erica's loving, practical, and judgment-free approach is rich in useful, calming advice. I have no doubt that you'll love having Erica's comforting voice guide you through this extraordinary, exciting journey."-Harvey Karp, MD, FAAP, author of the DVD/book, The Happiest Baby on the Block, and The Happiest Toddler on the Block
"What a gift to new and expecting moms. You have no idea the mountain and rollercoaster you're about to embark on, but Nurture somehow gives you a peek in and gives you essential information to help ground you."- Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and One Potato
About the Author
Erica Chidi is a doula, lactation counselor and trained chef. She is also the co-founder and CEO of LOOM, providing education, services, and inclusive community to the reproductively-curious, pregnant and parenting. Raised in the United States and South Africa by a doctor father and nurse mother, she began her career in the world of contemporary art and public relations, but found herself drawn to helping others achieve their wellness goals. Stimulated but unfulfilled, she decided to act on her desire to positively impact the lives of women and families by training to become a doula. She soon built a successful solo practice which quickly gained national visibility due to her judgement-free philosophy that women should receive unconditional support no matter how or where they choose to birth. Erica empowers people to trust themselves and navigate pregnancy and early parenthood with confidence. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband.Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 7.2 Inches (W) x 1.3 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.15 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Parenting
Genre: Family + Relationships
Number of Pages: 448
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Theme: Motherhood
Format: Paperback
Author: Erica Chidi
Language: English
Street Date: October 24, 2017
TCIN: 52153315
UPC: 9781452152639
Item Number (DPCI): 248-42-2059
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
ColeDun - 2 years ago
Honestly I was really into this book in the beginning but as it went on and the non factual, non science backed tidbits kept coming I had to quit. Moms are overwhelmed with information and putting a book together that has no scientific support is unhelpful. I enjoyed the reflection tidbits but could do without the uneducated information - for example she states circumcision is a personal preference and does not help prevent disease. Wrong. Quick google search will give you a CDC article and several medical journals to refute this. Also, there is a section on the how to’s of bed sharing. Seriously?!
Lovely
5 out of 5 stars
Robin C. - 3 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
I got this book for a friend and she adores it. It is very homeopathic forward but backs her claims up with evidence. Everything you want in a pregnancy book. I’m excited to read it myself when it’s my time.
Recommended for all Pregnant People
5 out of 5 stars
Mengting R. - 3 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
I purchased this book for a friend, and she loves it! I recommend it to all pregnant people.
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Atara B. - 3 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
Lovely guide to pregnancy and birthing. Great wellness tips, and not too overwhelming to take in.
A book I recommend to friends and clients alike
5 out of 5 stars
Whitney C. - 3 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
I am a postpartum doula and encourage both clients and friends to purchase this book :) Erica Chidi has such a wonderful, practical approach to all things postpartum, and the book includes helpful checklists, nourishing ideas and recipes, and gentle, encouraging, support.
Great Resource
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Katie - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
This was my first pregnancy purchase and leaving this review in the third trimester as I’m still picking it up and using it regularly. Great advice for the actual human that is having the baby versus medical baby advice. Helpful prompts, checklists and tips. Feeling more prepared and educated thanks to this book and will be getting it aa a gift for friends in the future!
Helpful and informative
5 out of 5 stars
Sharee R. - 4 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
I am only part way through the book but I have enjoyed all the given information. I love the tips, food ideas, and that it doesn't say you have to do this a certain way. Her recommendations come from many years of experience ans I feel like I can trust that! Thank you!!
Beautiful book
5 out of 5 stars
Mariel V. - 4 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
Really well produced book - love the illustrations and the structure of the chapters as it takes a holistic and mama-centric approach to the emotional and physical changes and entry into pregnancy and parenthood. While written by a doula, I find the book to be unbiased and comprehensive in all approaches to birth. Will be a useful resource for the next year, at least!
Excited to read!
5 out of 5 stars
Rachel K. - 4 years ago
originally posted on Natalist
Just recently purchased this book and I am very excited to read a more modern, “today’s” view of pregnancy. Fingers crossed!
Great book!!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
CEW - 7 years ago, Verified purchaser
Buying this for a friend ... she got me the book for my pregnancy and I loved it so much I’m getting it for hers!!!