First published 2016
Andy Puddicombe draws on his background as a former Buddhist monk to create a practical roadmap for conscious pregnancy and parenting. From conception through childbirth, he presents meditation techniques and mindfulness practices designed to help expectant mothers navigate this transformative period with greater awareness and calm. The book provides concrete tools for managing the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy while fostering a peaceful environment for the developing baby. Puddicombe extends his guidance beyond birth, offering methods for raising children with tranquil minds and happy dispositions. Through daily meditation exercises, mothers learn to cultivate serenity that benefits both themselves and their newborns. The author combines ancient Buddhist wisdom with modern understanding of pregnancy, creating a reassuring guide that treats childbearing as an opportunity for spiritual growth and deeper connection between mother and child.
Genres: family-life, self-help, non-fiction, health, parenting, buddhism, meditation, alternative-medicine
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: self-improvement, spiritual-journey
224 pages · Paperback · MARABOUT