There isn’t a more humbling experience than the moment you realize you’re pregnant. For many, it brings a whirlwind of emotions: excitement, fear, curiosity, and uncertainty, all colliding at once. That emotional complexity is at the heart of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, a practical and heartfelt companion for parents navigating pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
Written by seasoned doulas and mothers Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase, Supported combines professional expertise with heartfelt personal experience. Together, they’ve guided countless families and now extend that same compassion and clarity to readers navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life. Revere, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is an Elite Certified Birth Doula and Postpartum Care Specialist. As the founder of Gold Coast Doulas, she has been featured in First Time Parent Magazine and is widely recognized across Michigan for her leadership in maternal wellness. Veneklase, a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and real estate agent in East Grand Rapids, brings a warm, relatable voice to the book, grounded in both knowledge and lived experience. As co-hosts of the Ask the Doulas podcast, Revere and Veneklase continue to advocate for informed, empowered choices in every stage of parenthood.
Supported walks readers through essential topics with clarity and compassion. Whether you’re a first-time parent or growing your family, this book offers guidance that’s both practical and empowering. Inside, readers will find:
- Tips for building a reliable support team
- Guidance on preparing for parental leave
- Budgeting advice for baby-related expenses
- An overview of feeding options and what to expect
- Insightful information on infant sleep habits
- Personal stories from past clients that bring each chapter to life
- Chapter-by-chapter doula tips to help navigate new experiences
- Reassurance and reminders that parenting isn’t one-size-fits-all
More than a “how-to” guide, Supported gives families permission to do things their way with support, confidence, and compassion. It’s a comforting resource for the questions you have and the ones you haven’t thought to ask yet.
Why It’s a Must-Read This Summer
Summer is a time of planning, reflection, and for many families, major life transitions. Whether you’re expecting a baby, navigating early parenthood, or celebrating someone who is, Supported offers reassurance and clarity when it’s needed most. Revere and Veneklase have crafted a deeply compassionate guide that cuts through the noise and meets readers right where they are. This summer, give yourself (or someone you love) the gift of informed, empowered parenting.
Supported is available on Amazon and most major online retailers, and you can find additional details at www.supportedbook.com. To learn more, visit www.goldcoastdoulas.com or connect with the authors on Instagram at @goldcoastdoulas.
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