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The First Forty Days
The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother
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A gentle, nurturing guide for new mothers, filled with encouraging and essential advice for the early postpartum weeks
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The first 40 days after the birth of a child offer an essential and fleeting period of rest and recovery for the new mother. Based on author Heng Ou's own postpartum experience with zuo yuezi, a set period of "confinement," in which a woman remains at home focusing on healing and bonding with her baby, The First Forty Days revives the lost art of caring for the mother after birth.
As modern mothers are pushed to prematurely "bounce back" after delivering their babies, and are often left alone to face the physical and emotional challenges of this new stage of their lives, the first forty days provide a lifeline - a source of connection, nourishment, and guidance.
The book includes 60 simple recipes for healing soups; replenishing meals and snacks; and calming and lactation-boosting teas, all formulated to support the unique needs of the new mother. In addition to the recipes, this warm and encouraging guide offers advice on arranging a system of help during the postpartum period, navigating relationship challenges, and honouring the significance of pregnancy and birth.
The First Forty Days, fully illustrated to feel both inspiring and soothing, is a practical guide and inspirational read for all new mothers and mothers-to-be - the perfect ally during the first weeks with a new baby.
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The First Forty Days is praised for highlighting the critical postpartum period, offering guidance on recovery and integration for new mothers. It is considered an essential companion for navigating the initial stage after childbirth.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781617691836
Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 26 April 2016
Country: United States
Imprint: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc
Illustration: 50 colour photographs
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 25.0mm
Width: 185.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 640g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Heng Ou is the founder of MotherBees, a food and lifestyle company supporting women through every stage of motherhood.
Amely Greeven is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller Clean.
Marisa Belger is a writer and editor whose work has appeared in numerous magazines and Websites, including Natural Health, Prevention, Travel + Leisure, and New York.
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