Lucy Knisley's Kid Gloves is a welcome addition to the women's health graphic novel/memoir arena. As she did in her previous books, Knisley brings warmth, humor, sensitivity and nuance to Kid Gloves, which explores pregnancy, infertility struggles, and birth. Knisley deftly weaves in historical details to explain the development of many medical devices and treatments while also writing the personal narrative of her own experience with the medical system. One of the more moving parts of the book evaluates different "myths" that well-meaning people in Knisley's life cite as reasons for miscarriage and infertility. I found this section, as well as a later chapter on "natural birth" well-researched and balanced. This book would be a great resource for a women's health/pregnancy or graphic medicine course for undergrads or medical students. I'm already looking forward to Knisley's next book.

This book is so important. I’m a fan of Lucy Knisely’s style and the way she honestly shares her thinking about life. She’s got humor, relatable concerns and low moments, and yet, she finds the human connection love spots in all of her work that make you see the big picture and feel grounded. I am going to need to read or watch something else before going to be tonight though (her birth story was particularly nerve wracking and harrowing), but all in all I’m incredibly grateful she made a a graphic novel about her experience getting pregnant.

I’m also just so impressed that she got this project done, infused so much research, and reflected so thoughtfully. Another solid piece of work that is refreshingly feminist and different than what is out there. Thanks, Lucy!

I 100% loved and would recommend this. I related to it SO MUCH. I just gave birth to my daughter just under 4 months ago. And while my experience wasn't exactly the same as the authors, there were many events/hardships/points where I went though something incredibly similar. Because I related to her journey of infertility, pregnancy, and delivery so much, I was very emotional while reading this.

It was awesome to get an actual history on women's health throughout this novel. And because the author is not shy about really detailing what she went through and because of her illustrations depicting her sadness and frustrations, I connected with all of it even more. It was also great to know I'm not alone in my experiences, and to know that others have/had the same doubts, struggles, and anxieties as me. It was kind of a cathartic read.

I will definitely be sharing this with my loved ones who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant, or have just had a baby. Once it comes out that is... the release date isn't until like January!

This graphic memoir was heartbreaking, exciting, and joyous. Knisley showed us her most vulnerable self in an exceedingly accessible manner. Her frank discussion about the difficulties of conception along with losing a pregnancy even in the early stages is refreshing. She doesn't hide how she felt or her struggles she lays them out allowing others to share their own experiences.

Having never gone through pregnancy or the process of trying to conceive, this book was also frankly terrifying. Though it will take up space on my shelf for when I do decide to go through that process to remember that it may not be easy but I am not alone.

An unflinching look at the ups and downs of pregnancy and childbirth, pointing out specifics about how the medical community is failing women (especially in America), but still filled with Knisley's quirk and humor.

An important and moving book that's certain to be an Eisner contender for 2019. Knisley does a beautiful job of connecting her personal story with contemporary and historical perspectives on pregnancy.

The most honest, comprehensive revealing and helpful book on pregnancy, miscarriages, birth, breastfeeding and everything in between that has ever been written. I wish I had had this book as I was leveled with morning sickness for 9 months. We need more books like this that are brutally and lovingly honest.

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This book is fantastic! I recommend it for those who are looking to get pregnant, those currently pregnant, and those who could not get pregnant. I'm in the last class. To me, this book spoke volumes. An comic that deals with both pregnancy and miscarriage is a rare and wonderful gem. It also touches upon the history of women's health, a subject that is never taught in school.

My only question is, why didn't Lucy seek another opinion? If you had symptoms and you expressed that the doctor shrugged off everything you said, why not go to another doctor for a second opinion? Not that it matters now. It's in the past. But perhaps the author's experience can help other women who are going through the same thing.

Kid Gloves is the latest memoir from cartoonist Lucy Knisley. Knisley is known for her highly personal and relatable comics, and Kid Gloves is no exception. Kid Gloves traces Lucy's pregnancy journey through every step, from a heartbreaking miscarriage to the pregnancy experience and birth of her son Pal. While there are some very tragic and frightening events in this journey, Kid Gloves is full of humor. Reading it is like talking to a close friend. Knisley doesn't pretend to speak for anyone except her own personal experiences. There is no judgement from her if people decide to have kids or not- it's what she and her husband John wanted for their life. I was absolutely charmed by this book, already being a fan of her work from reading Relish several years ago. A sweet, hilarious, beautiful book.

I am a huge fan of Lucy Knisley's work, so obviously I jumped at the chance to read Kid Gloves before its release. I wasn't entirely sure whether I would be super interested in the subject matter (I don't plan on having kids and have never really had the desire to research babies), but I assumed that Knisley would create a wonderful book that would engage me, anyway.

I should never have even SLIGHTLY doubted Knisley - this book is amazingly drawn/created, the facts inside are fascinating and sometimes anger-inducing (feminist rights being stomped all over in the past, etc.), and her writing had me in tears about two times during the course of reading this book (and, yes, I read it all in one sitting, so a LOT of tears were shed that day). Knisley's combination of research, engaging art, and tales from her own life works so well I can understand why I fell in love so hard with this book, too.

I read and ecopy of this book from NetGalley (and First Second Books - thank you so much, guys!), and that means... I may have to get a physical copy when this comes out to put on my Lucy Knisley shelf. Lucy Knisley - you are a very very good human. Thank you.

I have always been a fan of Lucy Knisley, and this book is a great addition to her series of journal comics. Journal is a good way to describe this -- there is no real "story arc" aside from becoming pregnant, going through pregnancy, and having a baby. It's a simple story, but a very familiar one, and she covers a lot of areas that are often missed and overlooked. In particular what stuck with me was the history of male doctors overlooking women's insight, which continues to present day and is something Lucy herself experiences. As always, great illustrations and fully rounded. Like a letter from a friend.

File errors prevented me from reading this entire book, but I was able to read the first half which was delightful. Fans of Knisley's work will enjoy yet another foray into the author's life, while those of us who have felt some of her works were a bit lacking will find more than enough to applaud here

I felt connected this book with every fiber of my being. As someone who battled infertility to have my recently born twins, I know all to well the struggles that getting pregnant, staying pregnant and gestating bring. Thank you for sharing your story Lucy. It is empowering and comforting to know that we are never alone.

I learned so much from this little graphic novel, and should the day ever come that I decide to have children of my own I'll be sure to reference back. A great resource for new parents or anyone considering starting a family of their own!

Lucy Knisley's latest work is simultaneously informative, funny, intimate, and above all so incredibly open and honest that I feel like my words can't do justice in giving "Kids Gloves" its properly due praise. To call this a strong recommend would be quite the understatement.

Lucy Knisley's graphic memoirs are a constant source of delight, and this one is no different. She handles the often tough, often exhilarating story of her own attempts to get pregnant, including several miscarriages, and her eventual pregnancy and its aftermath. As with her previous books about aging grandparents and her own wedding, Knisley also uses these stories as a jumping off point to discuss the aspects of fertility and infertility that our culture gets wrong, including myths, misconceptions, blind spots, and cultural obsessions. It's not always an easy read-- Knisley had a tough road to becoming a mother, and she doesn't spare us many of the details-- but I'm really glad she decided to share it with us. The book also has good reminders to watch how we speak to our friends and family about their own family plans, since there's often a backstory to everything (and it's none of our business!). Last tip: if you love Pal from this, check out Knisley on Instagram, where he is now a toddler in real life and a delight to behold.

I love all of Lucy’s books. Not only are her drawings fabulous, but she also writes well. Her memoirs are so relatable.

Sometimes you read a book and you hope the early hype isn't too big, and here's the thing, KID GLOVES deserves all of it. It is an amazing graphic novel/story about being yourself, being a mother, who you are after the child. It's also extremely inclusive and truly a book for everyone.