Mothering the Mother

Rediscover the lost art of African American postpartum healing traditions in a practical, essential guide to maternal health.   Over forty years, Shafia Monroe has helped thousands give birth, and has taught thousands more how to support postpartum mothers, all integrating the deep wisdom of African American healing traditions. Under recognized by  the health care system these practices —such as belly binding, using warmth and  herbs, observing the lying‑in period, and the “taking