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The First Forty Days: The Essential Art Of Nourishing The New Mother
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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.?A Great Read, Especially During The Second Half Of Pregnancy. . . . Includes Pantry And Shopping Lists To Prepare Beforehand, As Well As Stepbystep Instructions For Making Everything From Bone Broth To Body Salves. It Discusses How To Approach Relationships, Setting Guidelines For Visitors, And Asking For Help And Support From Family And Friends.? Mother Magazinethe First 40 Days After The Birth Of A Child Offer An Essential And Fleeting Period Of Rest And Recovery For The New Mother. 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 Provides A Lifelinea Source Of Connection, Nourishment, And Guidance.The Book Includes 60 Simple Recipes For Healing Soups, Replenishing Meals And Snacks, And Calming And Lactationboosting 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 Honoring The Significance Of Pregnancy And Birth.Cowritten By New York Times Bestselling Author Amely Greeven And Marisa Belger, The First Forty Days, Fully Illustrated To Feel Both Inspiring And Soothing, Is A Practical Guide And Inspirational Read For All New Mothers And Motherstobethe Perfect Ally During The First Weeks With A New Baby.Includes Color Photographs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The First Forty Days'? A: The book focuses on the essential care and nourishment for new mothers during the critical first forty days postpartum, emphasizing healing and bonding with the baby.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The primary author is Heng Ou, and it is co-written by New York Times bestselling authors Amely Greeven and Marisa Belger.
- Q: What type of recipes does the book include? A: The book contains 60 simple recipes designed for healing soups, nourishing meals, snacks, and lactation-boosting teas, all tailored to support new mothers.
- Q: When was 'The First Forty Days' published? A: The book was published on April 26, 2016.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format and consists of 224 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for gifting? A: Yes, the book is beautifully designed and filled with food photography, making it an ideal gift for baby showers and for new mothers.
- Q: Does the book offer advice beyond recipes? A: Yes, it also provides guidance on postpartum care, arranging help, navigating relationship challenges, and honoring the significance of pregnancy and birth.
- Q: What unique cultural practice does the author incorporate into the book? A: Heng Ou draws from her own experience with 'zuo yuezi', a traditional practice focusing on rest and recovery for mothers after childbirth.
- Q: Are there additional resources included in the book? A: Yes, it includes pantry and shopping lists as well as step-by-step instructions for various recipes.
- Q: What is the reader's takeaway from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain practical advice, nourishing recipes, and emotional support to help them through the postpartum period.