Why read Like a Mother?

Book cover of Like a Mother: A Feminist Journey Through the Science and Culture of Pregnancy

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A candid, feminist, and personal deep dive into the science and culture of pregnancy and motherhood

Like most first-time mothers, Angela Garbes was filled with questions when she became pregnant. What exactly is a placenta and how does it function? How does a body go into labor? Why is breast…

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2 authors picked Like a Mother as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Alena Dillon

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This book delves into the science of pregnancy, but through a feminist lens. Through extensive research, Garbes details just how the female body creates life, a sometimes grisly and often wonderous process, as well as pans across our culture, with all its pitfalls, to explain just why women deserve better support through medical care and social nets.

From Alena's list on The best books for expecting moms who want the truth.

Megan Rosenbloom

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I wish I’d read this book before I had my child because it centered me through the upheaval of early parenthood better than other more didactic books. Garbes looks at pregnancy unflinchingly but also with curiosity and empathy. She’s the smart, candid mom friend you wish you had.

From Megan's list on The best books for when life throws you a curveball.