Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions, Recipes and Healing Audiobook
Mothering the Mother is Shafia Monroe’s unabridged audiobook on African American postpartum traditions, recipes and healing. It explores practices including belly binding, heat, herbs and the lying-in period, with a focus on cultural knowledge and support during the fourth trimester.
At a glance
- Covers African American postnatal healing traditions, including belly binding, heat, herbs and the lying-in period.
- Centres the fourth trimester and community support for the mother and baby.
- Narrated by Janina Edwards in an unabridged audio edition.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The audio format presents a substantial guide without requiring time spent reading print.
- Its focus on African American cultural traditions and postpartum care gives it a specific perspective on the fourth trimester.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Programme type | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 3 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Shafia Monroe |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Janina Edwards |
| Publisher | Balance |
| Publication date | 27 Jan. 2026 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in African American postpartum traditions, cultural history and maternal care.
- Expectant parents and their support communities seeking a culturally grounded introduction to fourth-trimester practices.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking specifically for a print edition or a guide limited to clinical medical advice.
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Customer feedback describes the book as readable and informative, and highlights its cultural history around food and nourishment, connection to roots, and spiritual content. That reception may appeal to listeners seeking cultural context alongside postpartum practices. The supplied feedback is positive, but does not establish how suitable the guidance is for an individual's medical needs.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as readable and informative.
- Feedback highlights its cultural history around food and nourishment, connection to roots and spiritual content.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mothering the Mother about?
It discusses African American postpartum traditions and healing, including belly binding, heat, herbs and the lying-in period, with attention to care during the fourth trimester.
Who wrote and narrates this audiobook?
Shafia Monroe is the author and Janina Edwards is the narrator.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 3 minutes.
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