Becoming Mama

This is the #yearofthemother.

And this is the pregnancy book women deserve, from the experts at Motherly.

This is an unprecedented time to embark on the journey of motherhood. You are part of a new generation of women elevating empowerment in all its forms.

Whether this is your first baby or your fourth, whether you’re still deciding about pregnancy or already have a baby on the way, becoming mama involves your body, mind, emotions, lifestyle, relationships, schedule, spirituality, worldview—and most of all, your heart.

The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama celebrates the wonder of your new baby and honors you through this profound life transformation.Inclusive, holistic, and evidence-based, this book was made for you—a loving and supportive embrace of your unique motherhood journey in all its power, complexity and beauty.

Peek inside here!

Praise for The Motherly Guide

“Mothers around the world deserve the guidance that this book offers: unconditional support and access to expert-backed, non-judgmental information. This book is the first of its kind to support the whole woman through the whole journey from getting pregnant, to birth, postpartum, and beyond. The maternal wellness revolution has arrived.” —Christy Turlington Burns, founder, Every Mother Counts

“Motherly is leading the conversation about how pregnancy, birth, and postpartum transforms a woman’s world―and The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama is their greatest contribution yet. Women deserve all the support as their bodies, minds, and lives transform, and this book delivers it with so much heart.”—Katrina Scott, cofounder, Tone It Up

“The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama is like having an entire birth team on your nightstand…it offers grace, empowerment, and support for however and wherever you find yourself on the becoming mama journey.”—Anthonia Akitunde, founder and editor-in-chief, mater mea

“THE essential guide to pregnancy and birth has finally arrived. The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama is the only book you need to get you through this adventure. It’s woman-centered, warm, and informative . . . it’s the book I wish I would’ve had, and the one I’m so excited for you to have.”—Natalie Gordon, founder and CEO of Babylist

“This epic book is a cross between an encyclopedia and a wise aunt. In this thorough and comprehensive resource, the Motherly team offers equal doses of wisdom, love, and cold hard facts so that each new mother can develop the confidence that she desperately needs on her pregnancy and motherhood journey. A soulful and dependable guide for all women.”—Kimberly Ann Johnson, author of The Fourth Trimester

Order your copy of The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama, and join us as we redefine motherhood, together.

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