A review by labyrinth_witch
Like a Mother: A Feminist Journey Through the Science and Culture of Pregnancy by Angela Garbes

5.0

I really appreciated this book- for diving deep into the physiological changes of pregnancy while contextualizing them in the larger policy/societal gap where our support should be. I also enjoyed her talking about things that people do not talk about postpartum. Overall, it made me consider why I’m making the choices I’m making and what pressures I’m feeling on how to be a “good mom.” (Yuck). It also made me want to be less opinionated on things just because of the singular way I experienced pregnancy and childbirth. It resonated particularly because the way I’m feeling pregnant with my second baby is totally different than my first pregnancy- absolutely teaching me to be humble about what I think I know. I also really appreciated her perspective of traditions and expectations from a diverse standpoint.