Mama's Little Baby: The Black Woman's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby's First Year [Hardcover]

Dennis Brown (Author), Pamela A. Toussaint (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1997

A handbook geared toward the special needs of black women addresses such topics as labor and delivery, infant nutrition, caring for a newborn, a baby's development, and other aspects of pregnancy and childbirth. Tour."

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Unlike Hilda Hutcherson's Having Your Baby: A Guide for African American Women (LJ 4/15/97), which is written from an obstetrician's point of view, this book is an inspirational resource rich with the magical wisdom of African midwifery. Though Harlem pediatrician Brown and former Essence editor Toussaint have consulted with experts on everything from diet to labor to infant care, their advice is backed by information on the nurturing traditions of African and Caribbean folklore. The result is a more well-rounded treatment of the birthing experience than can be found in Hutcherson or similar works. With hundreds of photographs and illustrations and "Insider Tips" on making lifestyle decisions on money matters, maternity and paternity leave, home safety, and much more, this book not only brings expectant parents through the birthing experience but helps launch them into positive parenting. Highly recommended.?Rebecca Cress-Ingebo, Fordham Health Sciences Lib., Wright State Univ., Dayton, Ohio
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 512 pages
• Publisher: Dutton Adult; 1 edition (July 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 052593989X
• ISBN-13: 978-0525939894
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #646,781 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for The Black Family, May 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Mama's Little Baby: The Black Woman's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby's First Year (Paperback)

My wife & I had our first child 15 months ago. We find ourselves referring to this book on many different occasion. From what to do when the baby gets an ear infection to what to expect when weaning baby off of the bottle. A must buy, trust me, you will be glad you did!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a must read for african american women, December 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Mama's Little Baby: The Black Woman's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby's First Year (Paperback)

This book offers information needed for pregnant women but it specifically relates to the african american woman's needs. You can relate to the stories told by these women. The pictures are wonderful. mostly it prepares the woman for what to expect during each month of her pregnancy and birth. Highly recommended.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any mom, February 11, 2002

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M. Smith "BrownBerry" (Loxahatchee, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mama's Little Baby: The Black Woman's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby's First Year (Paperback)

I was surprised to learn that there aren't more books of this type available for black mothers. But this book may be the only reference guide you need! A very easy read, and so full of useful information that I read it chunks at a time! The historical information is invaluable too. This would make a great gift for a special mom-to-be.