{"product_id":"9781856230490","title":"Birthrites: Rituals and Celebrations for the Child-bearing Years","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBirthrites \u003c\/em\u003eoffers practical advice for potential parents. However, rather than concentrating solely on pregnancy, birth, and motherhood, this book also explores “Becoming a Father,” “Adoption,” and “Miscarriage” (to name but a few). Jackie Singer emphasizes the importance of ritual and ceremony in marking life-changing events, and sharing this experience with others. The suggested ceremonies are varied in nature, ensuring wide-ranging appeal. Some simply involve quiet contemplation, whereas others incorporate a specific activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThroughout the book, Singer emphasizes the individuality and adaptability of ceremony; nothing is set in stone. The author’s personal experiences are interspersed with quotes and real-life accounts. Singer provides reassurance and support in this relaxed, friendly guide and achieves a considered balance between practicality and sensitivity. \u003cem\u003eBirthrites \u003c\/em\u003eidentifies an ancient facet of human activity forgotten by some of us and overlooked by many. Far too often in modern life, the importance of pausing for thought is disregarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Permanent Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47039396708592,"sku":"9781856230490","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781856230490_p0.jpg?v=1763598655","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781856230490","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}