So much wisdom shared within this book for those who care for pregnant and postpartum folks. Being a birthworker who is currently pregnant with baby number four, I’m always looking to learn more and further my knowledge on how I can better support both myself and my clients. If I had read Thriving Postpartum while pregnant with my first child, my recovery and subsequent postpartum experiences probably would have gone more smoothly. This book felt like a warm hug, and was just what I needed to read as I prepare for my next postpartum journey. I have a lot of love for the chapters later in the book that cover emotional well-being and healing after birth, and truly appreciate the reverence taken in approaching potentially triggering topics. As a non-BIPOC birthworker, I’m grateful for the opportunity to have read this ARC.

Thriving Postpartum is now on my list of recommend reads for fellow doulas and expecting parents.

The book delves into postpartum experiences through the unique perspective of Traditional Mexican Medicine. Pānquetzani's skilful use of words makes the content accessible and easy to comprehend while avoiding any hint of condescension. The information presented is clear, featuring numerous examples that effectively drive the points home and testimonials and stories from people around her. This book was a delightful and insightful read, shedding light on how the care of a birthing parent is a community job that, at times, is challenging and often lonely postpartum while also guiding how to extend support to one's community during this significant phase of life.

Whether you're intrigued by the world of midwifery or the role of a birth doula, or are you about to embark on the journey of parenthood? This book is an essential read!

As a mother of 3 I really enjoyed reading this book as I‘m only 10 weeks postpartum myself. Great information and mindset.