Gift of Life: A Spiritual Companion for the Mother-to-Be [Hardcover]

Joan Swirsky (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1997

With useful wisdom and comforting reassurances, this spirited volume will guide expectant mothers to an enhanced spiritual connection with their baby, their partners and themselves. Whether a woman is just beginning to think about the possibility of having a child or well on the way to being a mother for the first, second or third time, this book will affirm for her that the emotional challenges and physical changes she experiences are all part of the sacred creation of life. 2-color throughout. National author media.

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Bringing a child into the world is the ultimate creative act. Thank you, Joan, for gently and lovingly taking us to that place where we are reminded of the honor, the magic and the miracle of bringing another human being into the world. -- Debra Jackson Gandy, author of Sacred Pampering Principles

Gift of Life is a welcome and important addition to childbirth literature. It is a life-affirming, spiritual guide to a miraculous process. Ms. Swirsky has succeeded resoundingly. -- Diana Simkin, author of The Complete Pregnancy Exercise Program and co-author of Preparation for Birth: The Complete Guide to the Lamaze Method

About the Author

Joan Swirsky is a health and science writer for the New York Times Long Island section, the recipient of seven Long Island Press Awards, and the author of seven other books. A former obstetrical nurse, she is a practicing, certified Lamaze teacher and psychotherapist specializing in women's issues.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Pr (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0875964273
• ISBN-13: 978-0875964270
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #796,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An Invaluable Guide for Parents-to-Be, June 13, 1997

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This review is from: Gift of Life: A Spiritual Companion for the Mother-to-Be (Hardcover)

"Gift of Life: A Spiritual Companion for the Mother-to-Be," by Joan Swirsky, is a unique new book that every mother-to-be will cherish. It is a rich and deeply meaningful "treasure" about the miraculous and spiritual nature of bringing a child into the world, offering numerous invaluable suggestions to guide every expectant mother (and her partner)through the joyous yet complex months of pregnancy. This "gem" is the FIRST and ONLY book to address the spiritual and awe-inspiring aspects of the greatest miracle of all -- creating a new life! Every other book ever written about pregnancy and childbirth contains lots of clinical information about morning sickness, sonograms, stages of labor, the list goes on... But "Gift of Life" reminds anyone contemplating pregnancy or already pregnant (whether it's their 1st, 3rd, or 10th baby) about the importance of recognizing and appreciating the joys of carrying a child, giving birth, and becoming a parent. This inspirational book encourages both a woman and her partner to value their lives and the life of the tiny and precious person they have yet to meet. In our modern, often hectic and chaotic world, "Gift of Life" celebrates this magical time. Anyone who is pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, should read this special book. Elana Hayden :)