Shaped by Love: An Ode to Mom Bods by Amanda Calatzis, Nikki Powers
Published by Candlewick Press ISBN: 1536230065
Genres: Family, Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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A lot changes after the birth of a child, one of those things is a mother’s body. In this ode to “Mom Bods,” bodies all of shapes and sizes are celebrated for being the place where babies are made and connections formed. The illustrations are what truly shine when you first open the pages. They are a mixed media of embroidery, paint, and graphic design. The 3-D stitches really pop off the page and are reminiscent of the ways mothers are stitched back together after birth. There’s a great variety of different skin colors, ages, and cultures represented in the pages as well.

Parents will enjoy reading this book together with their children to foster connection. Body positivity is beautifully presented on each page. Highly recommended for  picture book collections. Lovely for reading with infants through elementary ages.