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Part of building a culture of life is advocating for the dignified treatment of every man, woman, and child at every moment, no matter the circumstances. This doesn’t end in the birth room.

In this book, you’ll learn why having a deeper understanding of our births is not “over-spiritualizing” but recognizing the truth of who we are, body and soul, and who God is.

I’m not a doctor, a midwife, or a nurse.

What I am is a disciple, a woman, a mother, a doula, a student of theology, a teacher, and a writer in whom God has placed a passion for the beautiful design and act of birth.

I believe there is something within these pages for every single woman as she approaches her birth. My prayer is that in these pages will be found encouragement, grace, hope, beauty, and truth. I hope that you come away knowing deeply that no matter what kind of birth you are called to have, you are indeed made for this.

In this book we will talk about:

why the act of birth is so powerful why it is such a deep and important moment in a woman’s (and man’s!) life what God might have to do with it all

For the mother at the center, it’s never “just” a birth.

“Made for This accomplishes the vitally important task of rebuilding a culture of life by bringing the Church’s rich teachings on motherhood and birth into the void left by the breakdown of family life and disruptions to the transmission of intergenerational wisdom. Mary Haseltine’s engaging style and expertise as a doula combine to make this a must-read book for expecting parents.”

— Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver, Colorado

“My hope is that every woman will pick up this book and give it a read. Whether you are religious or not, have had children or not, this book gives a beautiful reflection on the female body and the amazing strength that is within all of us.”

— Abby Johnson, pro-life advocate and founder of And Then There Were None

“New and experienced mothers alike will appreciate the practical guidance and ways to pray through pregnancy and labor. A beautiful invitation to encounter God in the midst of bearing and birthing new life!”

— Laura Kelly Fanucci, author of Everyday Sacrament: The Messy Grace of Parenting

“From her study of theology, the knowledge gained as a childbirth educator, and her own experience as a mother, Mary Haseltine unpacks the illumination faith brings to the miracle of the birth of a new life. This book is a valuable tool to help mothers experience pregnancy and birth as God intended — something beautiful, redemptive, and supernatural. It is a must-read for expectant mothers and fathers, for couples in childbearing years, and for everyone who cares about them.”

— Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas

Made for This offers solid spiritual direction in addition to the excellent childbirth preparation you are looking for. Preparing spiritually for birth enhances every aspect of being ready, not only for birth, but also for the parenting of your child and the shaping of family life. This book is a unique resource: The author holds a degree in theology, and she is also a childbirth educator and a birth doula. Her book provides a clear road map for your journey of faith on your way to welcoming your baby into the world.

— Dr. William and Martha Sears

Authors of The Baby Book, The Birth Book, and The Healthy Pregnancy Book

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Our Sunday Visitor (April 4, 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 316 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1681921715
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1681921716
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9.25 inches