The Mama Natural WeekbyWeek Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth

<B><b>From Genevieve Howland, creator of the <i>Mama Natural</i> blog and YouTube channel, comes a “must-read, comprehensive guide that empowers moms-to-be” (Vani Hari, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author) with week-by-week support to natural pregnancy.</b></B><BR><BR>For the last half-century, doctors have controlled childbirth. Many pregnancy guidebooks are conventional, fear-based, and written by male physicians deeply entrenched in the old-school medical model of birth.<BR> <BR>But change is underway. Women are taking back their pregnancy and childbirth and embracing a natural way. Now, Genevieve Howland, the woman behind the enormously popular <I>Mama Natural </I>blog and YouTube channel, has created an inspiring, fun, and informative guide that demystifies natural pregnancy and walks moms through the process one week at a time.<BR> <BR>In this revised and updated edition, Howland includes the latest research and weekly advice and tips for a healthy pregnancy, detailing vital nutrition information, natural remedies for common and troublesome symptoms, as well as the appropriate (and inappropriate) use of interventions.<BR> <BR>Peppered throughout are positive birth and pregnancy stories from women of all backgrounds along with insights from experts including registered nurses, certified midwives, doulas, and lactation consultants. Encouraging, well-researched, and fun, <I>The Mama Natural’s Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth</I> is an essential companion for women everywhere to embrace natural pregnancy and reap all the benefits for both baby and mama.