The revised and expanded edition of the bestselling guide to pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood— Nurture offers parents-to-be the information and support they need to feel prepared, empowered, and confident. “Erica Chidi helps parents feel informed instead of blindsided and shows how to stay connected to yourself through the profound transformation of becoming a parent.” —Dr. Becky Kennedy “Forget baby toys and clothes, this book is the best gift you could give yourself or any new mom.” —Elaine Welteroth, journalist and bestselling author of More Than Enough A comprehensive and judgment-free companion, Nurture is a one-of-a-kind, all-in-one guide for modern expectant parents seeking an informed, intuitive, and integrative approach to welcoming a new baby. Author, health educator, and former doula Erica Chidi has supported countless families through every stage of the pregnancy and childbirth journey. In this updated edition of her bestselling book, she shares compassionate guidance—from the earliest months and creating your birth plan to postpartum recovery and baby's first weeks. Featuring a foreword by bestselling author and ParentData founder Emily Oster, this revised and expanded edition includes the latest information on topics that matter most to today's parents, including fetal development, birth options, feeding basics, postpartum care, returning to work after parental leave, and more. THE ULTIMATE PREGNANCY GUIDE: Packed with supportive resources, Nurture includes self-care and mindfulness exercises, trimester-specific holistic remedies, nourishing recipes, expert tips for every birth environment, and more than 40 charming illustrations, charts, and lists. REVISED AND EXPANDED EDITION: This updated guide features a new foreword by Emily Oster, plus new information on Black maternal advocacy, multiples, growing families, solo parenting, LGBTQIA parenting, virtual healthcare, returning to work after parental leave, and much more. TRUSTED DOULA EXPERTISE: Erica Chidi is an educator, former full-spectrum doula, and respected voice in reproductive health whose work has been featured in Women's Health , Vogue , goop, The Cut , and Marie Claire . Joanna Goddard, founder of Cup of Jo, calls Nurture “like having an expert doula and friend at your fingertips.” PERFECT GIFT FOR EXPECTING PARENTS: A thoughtful and practical baby shower gift, this supportive guide is ideal for first-time parents, growing families, and anyone looking for a trusted resource through pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood.
