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Mama no Nioi / Mom's Scent (2022)

Mama no Nioi Book Cover

Mom had always been with me, even before I was born. But one day, she suddenly disappeared. When she finally came back home, there was a baby in her arms…

Until now, Mom's milk had been just for me. Mom had been just mine. So why?

This is the story of Rio, who feels confused and left out when her newborn sibling takes her place at Mom's breast. A heartfelt tale of her emotions and growth.

A must-read for moms welcoming their second child!

It's available in Japan on Bungeisya Website (JP)

Author: Mie Kawamura

Illustrator: Chikako Ogawa

Extra page from the book ↓

Mama no Nioi book page showing a mother and a child crying while holding a pet