The Twelve Gifts of Birth by Charlene Costanzo

The Twelve Gifts of Birth by Charlene Costanzo

"Every home should have this book. Every family should read it often."

--Lendon Smith, M.D.(Pediatrics), Portland, OR

The Twelve Gifts of Birth is a tender, inspiring tale celebrating the innate qualities we're all born with. For children, the message helps form within them a strong foundation of self-respect. For teens and adults, the book offers a message of healing and hope in trying times and during transitions. This richly illustrated book reminds all readers to see the dignity and goodness in themselves and others.

A wonderful, inspirational, beautifully illustrated classic, The Twelve Gifts of Birth by Charlene Costanzo offers a message of love and hope for children of all ages--and for the child in every adult. The recipient of numerous prizes and accolades--including the 1999 Glyph Best Book Award--The Twelve Gifts of Birth is a gift to be cherished, ideal for giving on birthdays, baby showers, baptisms, first communions, confirmations, and, of course, Mother's Day.

Charlene Gorda Costanzo is a published author, workshop leader, wife, mother of two grown children, and grandmother of twins. She graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in philosophy. She holds a BA in Religious Studies from St. Bonaventure University and an MA in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. She was born in New Jersey and has lived in New York, Texas, Arizona, and Florida. Charlene and her husband lived through an RV in 48 of the 50 states during a one-year book tour to promote The Twelve Gifts of Birth.