The First Mess Cookbook

Our store includes both Birthing Mothers products and curated partner products.

Birthing Mothers products are sold, shipped, and supported by us.

Partner products are purchased directly from the brand’s website. That brand handles payment, shipping, returns, and customer support.

Yes. When you shop through some of our links, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

This helps fund our educational platform and allows us to continue offering low-cost resources.

We only recommend products that meet high safety and quality standards, especially for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and babies.

We prioritize brands that:
• Use clean, transparent ingredients and use organic materials
• Follow strict manufacturing standards
• Conduct third-party testingAvoid harmful additives, fillers, and endocrine disruptors
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For supplements and herbs, we favor brands that meet one or more of the following:
• NSF or USP standards
• Third-party tested for purity and potency
• Manufactured in FDA-regulated, cGMP-certified facilities

For baby and pregnancy products, we prioritize:
• Non-toxic materials
• Certified clean or safety-tested products
• Brands with transparent sourcing and ethical practices

We curate with pregnancy and postpartum safety in mind. However, every body is different, and some supplements or herbs may not be appropriate or safe for all individuals or all stages of pregnancy.

We always recommend consulting your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, herb, or wellness product.

Birthing Mothers products: Contact us directly at support@wearebirthingmothers.com

Partner brand products: Returns, refunds, and support must be handled through the retailer where you completed your purchase.

Partnering with trusted brands allows us to:
• Recommend the highest-quality products available
• Avoid compromising on standards
• Keep pricing fair
• Focus on education, guidance, and community support

If you represent a brand aligned with our values and standards, you may reach out to: support@wearebirthingmothers.com