Was I in Mama’s Stomach, too? by Dagmar Geisler
Short Summary
The book “Was I in Mama’s Stomach Too” by Dagmar Geisler is a European children’s book that provides a straightforward and detailed explanation of where babies come from, focusing on traditional conception and birth, but lacks inclusivity regarding other family types and methods of conception.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 5 to 9 years.
Topics Discussed
How Babies Are Made
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What this book is about
- “Was I in Mama’s Stomach Too?” by Dagmar Geisler is a European book for families about where babies come from.
- The book is not inclusive as it only discusses vaginal birth and traditional man-woman relationships.
- The book begins with a child questioning their origin after seeing a pregnant friend.
- It explains the baby’s development, comparing its size to relatable objects like a gummy bear or pencil.
- The story includes a step-by-step explanation of conception, which is rare in books for younger children.
- The book describes physical differences between men and women and gives a simple explanation of sexual intercourse.
- The book lacks representation of diverse family structures, though it was published in 2019.
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