Tarot for Pregnancy: A Companion for Radical Magical Birthing Folks
Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect gift for every magical parent-to-be in your lifeguiding them through the history, mystery, and ritual that is both tarot and pregnancy.

Tarot for Pregnancy: A Companion for Radical Magical Birthing Folks is for parents-to-be who want to tap into internal and ancestral wisdom on the journey to and through parenthood.

Brittany Carmona-Holt is an intuitive tarot reader as well as a full-spectrum doula, marrying her two passions to offer a rare understanding of the birth journey and an esoteric guide to the life-altering experience of giving life.

Filled with incredible artwork by Kimberly Rodriguez (IG: Poetagoddess), Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect book for any soon-to-be (or already) parent—and a sure-to-be staple at every baby shower in the future!

Written for both the amateur tarot fan and the initiated birth activist, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a rare tour-de-force, opening up the tarot as both a guide to the future and a handbook for the important activism that modern birthing requires.

Carmona-Holt's book offers tactical guidance and rituals to guide the reader's birthing experience, empowering them to connect to their ancestral truths in order greet their baby on their own terms.

Grounded by two critical essays, History [Mystery] of the Tarot by Sanyu Estelle Nagenda, “The Word Witch,” and The History of Birth in the United States by Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, “Doctor Midwife,” Tarot for Pregnancy guides readers to better understand the history, mystery, and ritual of both Tarot and pregnancy.

Throughout the book, Carmona-Holt helps reader to better understand, experience, and advocate for their soon-to-be baby by utilizing the magic of the tarot to guide and empower them.

Filled with illustrated pearls of wisdom, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a trauma-informed, antiracist, and evidence-based spiritual resource for folks wanting to make intuition-led decisions about their care during pregnancy and birth.

Tarot for Pregnancy aims to inspire and ignite those who wish to utilize their journeys to birth as a means of activism, personal empowerment, and magical parenting.

Brittany Carmona-Holt (aka The Birth Witch) is a full spectrum doula and instructor, community midwife's assistant, tarot reader, poet, reproductive justice advocate, partner to Alex, and parent to Kahlo Sol. She received her education and from Mama Glow and is still constantly continuing her education on all experiences along the reproductive continuum. Her purpose is to help reignite the cellular wisdom in pregnant, birthing, and postpartum folks so they may reconnect with their innate power.

Kimberly Rodriguez is a first-generation Xicana Indigena artist and the eldest daughter of two undocumented parents who occupies so-called Oakland, CA, land to the Ohlone peoples. Kimberly's art, inclusive of different body types, is rooted in her culture and her decolonizing journey.
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Tarot for Pregnancy: A Companion for Radical Magical Birthing Folks
Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect gift for every magical parent-to-be in your lifeguiding them through the history, mystery, and ritual that is both tarot and pregnancy.

Tarot for Pregnancy: A Companion for Radical Magical Birthing Folks is for parents-to-be who want to tap into internal and ancestral wisdom on the journey to and through parenthood.

Brittany Carmona-Holt is an intuitive tarot reader as well as a full-spectrum doula, marrying her two passions to offer a rare understanding of the birth journey and an esoteric guide to the life-altering experience of giving life.

Filled with incredible artwork by Kimberly Rodriguez (IG: Poetagoddess), Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect book for any soon-to-be (or already) parent—and a sure-to-be staple at every baby shower in the future!

Written for both the amateur tarot fan and the initiated birth activist, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a rare tour-de-force, opening up the tarot as both a guide to the future and a handbook for the important activism that modern birthing requires.

Carmona-Holt's book offers tactical guidance and rituals to guide the reader's birthing experience, empowering them to connect to their ancestral truths in order greet their baby on their own terms.

Grounded by two critical essays, History [Mystery] of the Tarot by Sanyu Estelle Nagenda, “The Word Witch,” and The History of Birth in the United States by Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, “Doctor Midwife,” Tarot for Pregnancy guides readers to better understand the history, mystery, and ritual of both Tarot and pregnancy.

Throughout the book, Carmona-Holt helps reader to better understand, experience, and advocate for their soon-to-be baby by utilizing the magic of the tarot to guide and empower them.

Filled with illustrated pearls of wisdom, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a trauma-informed, antiracist, and evidence-based spiritual resource for folks wanting to make intuition-led decisions about their care during pregnancy and birth.

Tarot for Pregnancy aims to inspire and ignite those who wish to utilize their journeys to birth as a means of activism, personal empowerment, and magical parenting.

Brittany Carmona-Holt (aka The Birth Witch) is a full spectrum doula and instructor, community midwife's assistant, tarot reader, poet, reproductive justice advocate, partner to Alex, and parent to Kahlo Sol. She received her education and from Mama Glow and is still constantly continuing her education on all experiences along the reproductive continuum. Her purpose is to help reignite the cellular wisdom in pregnant, birthing, and postpartum folks so they may reconnect with their innate power.

Kimberly Rodriguez is a first-generation Xicana Indigena artist and the eldest daughter of two undocumented parents who occupies so-called Oakland, CA, land to the Ohlone peoples. Kimberly's art, inclusive of different body types, is rooted in her culture and her decolonizing journey.
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Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect gift for every magical parent-to-be in your lifeguiding them through the history, mystery, and ritual that is both tarot and pregnancy.

Tarot for Pregnancy: A Companion for Radical Magical Birthing Folks is for parents-to-be who want to tap into internal and ancestral wisdom on the journey to and through parenthood.

Brittany Carmona-Holt is an intuitive tarot reader as well as a full-spectrum doula, marrying her two passions to offer a rare understanding of the birth journey and an esoteric guide to the life-altering experience of giving life.

Filled with incredible artwork by Kimberly Rodriguez (IG: Poetagoddess), Tarot for Pregnancy is the perfect book for any soon-to-be (or already) parent—and a sure-to-be staple at every baby shower in the future!

Written for both the amateur tarot fan and the initiated birth activist, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a rare tour-de-force, opening up the tarot as both a guide to the future and a handbook for the important activism that modern birthing requires.

Carmona-Holt's book offers tactical guidance and rituals to guide the reader's birthing experience, empowering them to connect to their ancestral truths in order greet their baby on their own terms.

Grounded by two critical essays, History [Mystery] of the Tarot by Sanyu Estelle Nagenda, “The Word Witch,” and The History of Birth in the United States by Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, “Doctor Midwife,” Tarot for Pregnancy guides readers to better understand the history, mystery, and ritual of both Tarot and pregnancy.

Throughout the book, Carmona-Holt helps reader to better understand, experience, and advocate for their soon-to-be baby by utilizing the magic of the tarot to guide and empower them.

Filled with illustrated pearls of wisdom, Tarot for Pregnancy offers a trauma-informed, antiracist, and evidence-based spiritual resource for folks wanting to make intuition-led decisions about their care during pregnancy and birth.

Tarot for Pregnancy aims to inspire and ignite those who wish to utilize their journeys to birth as a means of activism, personal empowerment, and magical parenting.

Brittany Carmona-Holt (aka The Birth Witch) is a full spectrum doula and instructor, community midwife's assistant, tarot reader, poet, reproductive justice advocate, partner to Alex, and parent to Kahlo Sol. She received her education and from Mama Glow and is still constantly continuing her education on all experiences along the reproductive continuum. Her purpose is to help reignite the cellular wisdom in pregnant, birthing, and postpartum folks so they may reconnect with their innate power.

Kimberly Rodriguez is a first-generation Xicana Indigena artist and the eldest daughter of two undocumented parents who occupies so-called Oakland, CA, land to the Ohlone peoples. Kimberly's art, inclusive of different body types, is rooted in her culture and her decolonizing journey.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781955905039
Publisher: Row House Publishing
Publication date: 06/07/2022
Pages: 246
Sales rank: 1,012,301
Product dimensions: 7.00(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Brittany Carmona-Holt (aka The Birth Witch) is a full spectrum doula and instructor, community midwife's assistant, Tarot reader, poet, reproductive justice advocate, partner to Alex, and parent to Kahlo Sol. She received her education and from Mama Glow and is still constantly continuing her education on all experiences along the reproductive continuum. Her purpose is to help reignite the cellular wisdom in pregnant, birthing, and postpartum folks so they may reconnect with their innate power.

Kimberly Rodriguez is a first-generation Xicana Indigena artist; her art reflects her journey toward reclaiming her indigenous roots and exploring different forms of self-expression. Kimberly's art visually represents her spiritual journey and commitment to celebrating diverse body types and experiences. Through her work, she aims to inspire others to embrace their unique identities and feel empowered in their skin. As an artist, Kimberly is deeply committed to creating work that is inclusive and accessible to all. She believes that art has the power to heal, connect, and inspire and strives to use her platform to promote positivity and self-love. In addition to her art, Kimberly is also a writer and community activist. She is dedicated to using her talents and voice to create positive change and empower others to do the same. Overall, Kimberly's work is a testament to the transformative power of embracing one's truth and finding one's unique voice. Her art and writing is a celebration of diversity, resilience, and the beauty and strength that can be found in all of us.

Website: www.poetagoddess.com
Instagram: @poetagoddess

Table of Contents

Welcome xi

How to Use This Book xv

Glossary of Terms xvii

The History [Mystery] of the Tarot Sanyu Estelle Nagenda, "The Word Witch" 5

A Note on Reversals 17

A Note on Repeating Cards 21

The Minor Arcana: Conception-Birth

The Aces-Month 1: Menstrual Cycle to the First Two Weeks of Pregnancy (Weeks 1 to 4) 27

Journal: Begin Tracking Your Emotional Journey 32

Recipe: Nausea Tea 39

The Twos-Month 2 (Weeks 5 to 8) 42

Journal: Self-Reflection through Relationship 44

Tarot Spread: Choosing a Health Care Provider 46

The Threes-Month 3 (Weeks 9 to 13) 49

Exercise: Brainstorming for Village Building 51

Recipe: Nourishing Pregnancy Infusion 55

The Fours-Month 4 (Weeks 14 to 17) 58

Journal: The Pause 62

Tarot Spread : Honing Intuition and Removing Self-Limiting Blockages 66

The Fives-Month 5 (Weeks 18 to 21) 67

Recipe: Herbal Tea for Heartburn and Digestion 72

The Sixes-Month 6 (Weeks 22 to 26) 73

Exercise: Detoxifying Cleanse 75

Journal: Detoxifying 76

The Sevens-Month 7 (Weeks 27 to 30) 80

Journal: Document Your Emotional Experience 82

Exercise: Clearing Your Intuition from Doubtful Voices 84

Recipe: Soothing Belly Rub 86

The Eights-Month 8 (Weeks 31 to 35) 89

Journal: Release 92

Exercise: Visualize Speaking Your Truth 94

Tarot Spread: Letting GO 95

The Nines-Month 9 (Weeks 36 to 40) 96

Journal: Nearing the End of Pregnancy 98

Suggested Packing List for an Out-of-Home Birth Bag 103

The Tens-Final Weeks of Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum 105

Journal: Processing and Integrating Your Birth Story 109

A Little Note for Birth Partners and Doulas 113

Recipe: Herbal Sitz Bath Tea 116

Recipe: Nutritious Herbal Infusion for Postpartum Healing 120

The History of Birth in the United States Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, "Doctor Midwife" 125

The Embodiments: An Introduction to the Court Cards

Page of Cups 137

Exercise: Ocean Visualization 138

Page of Swords 141

Page of Wands 146

Tarot Spread: Calling Sensual Command Into Your Birth Space 149

Page of Pentacles 151

Recipe: Bone Broth 154

Exercise: For Partners at Any Phase of Pregnancy, Postpartum, or Parenting 157

Resources for Further Expansion 158

The Soul Archetypes: An Introduction to the Major Arcana

0 The Fool 167

1 The Magician 170

2 The High Priestess 172

3 The Empress 175

4 The Emperor 178

Exercise: Freewrite to Unearth Your Subconscious Biases About Birth 179

5 The Hierophant 182

6 The Lovers 184

Exercise: Write a Love Letter 185

7 The Chariot 187

8 Strength 189

9 The Hermit 191

10 The Wheel of Fortune 194

Journal: Breaking Generational Cycles 199

11 Justice 200

Tarot Spread: Furthering Justice through Parenting 203

12 The Hanged One 204

13 Death 206

14 Temperance 209

15 The Devil 211

16 The Tower 214

Exercise: Comfort Measures for Moving through Intensity 219

17 The Star 222

18 The Moon 228

19 The Sun 234

20 Judgment 236

21 The World 239

Closing Ceremony 243

Gratitude and Acknowledgments 245

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