{"product_id":"the-herbal-doula-plant-medicine-for-fertility-community-care-and-birthwork-an-inclusive-guide-from-conception-to-postpartum-9781623179427","title":"The Herbal Doula: Plant Medicine for Fertility, Community Care, and Birthwork--An Inclusive Guide from Conception to Postpartum","description":"\u003cb\u003eA modern, inclusive guide to plant-based reproductive medicine: herbal remedies and collective care for conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e30+ herbal protocols and preparations for morning sickness, fertility, and postpartum healing \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHerbal medicines are effective for a host of pregnancy and birth-related concerns. From nausea and mastitis to c-section wounds and fertility assistance, all-natural remedies can be used safely and effectively--and can even amplify the positive outcomes of conventional reproductive medicine treatments. Yet many women and birthing people don't know where to start, or how to find reliable information that's vetted, trustworthy, and--most importantly--safe for their fertility, babies, and babies-to-be. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Herbal Doula\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e demystifies herbal reproductive care, offering open and expert guidance in being your own budding fertility, conception, and pregnancy doula--or supplementing your existing care plan with your midwife, doula, or physician. Practical chapters explore: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbs for \u003cb\u003efertility\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003einfertility\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003einclusive conception\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal remedies for \u003cb\u003ecommon pregnancy side effects\u003c\/b\u003e like nausea, heartburn, constipation, hemorrhoids, edema, UTIs, fatigue, and prenatal mood swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiscarriage, abortion, and \u003cb\u003ecaring for yourself after pregnancy loss\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbs for the fourth trimester: perineal injuries, C-section wounds, breast care, and postpartum depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal approaches to \u003cb\u003ebreastfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003echestfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e increasing and decreasing milk supply, plugged ducts, and mastitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow, when, and when \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e to use herbs while pregnant and breastfeeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to source, store, and \u003cb\u003euse herbs safely\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare and herbal medicine for doulas and birthworkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA doula's essential \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003emateria medica\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile many traditional herbals rely on outdated gender norms, classist assumptions, or problematic standards of care, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Herbal Doula\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is written for readers of all genders and body types, approaching herbal care with a HAES (health at every size) lens. It celebrates herbal pregnancy and birth work as collective care, recognizing chosen family, disability dignity, and the importance of daily practice in a guide you'll return to again and again throughout any and all stages of your journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarie is an herbalist with more than ten years of experience in the field. Her writing has appeared in dozens of publications, and she has collaborated with herbal brands and organizations in the realm of herbal medicine and wellness. As an organizer and health advocate, Marie has led many workshop series and offered one-on-one herbal consultations. She has written over 150 herbalism and health-focused pieces and profiles, collaborating with leaders and organizations across Canada and the US. Marie co-created and delivered online herbal courses that have sold to thousands of students, along with teaching in-person workshops on plant medicine and nature-based herbal practices from a radically inclusive lens.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"North Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50878135632146,"sku":"9781623179427","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a09c4330-4a82-42be-8938-b4f597ee9bd9.jpg?v=1738172488","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-herbal-doula-plant-medicine-for-fertility-community-care-and-birthwork-an-inclusive-guide-from-conception-to-postpartum-9781623179427","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}