{"product_id":"the-first-forty-days-the-essential-art-of-nourishing-the-new-mother","title":"The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother","description":"\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeng Ou\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of MotherBees, a food and lifestyle company supporting women through every stage of motherhood. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAmely Greeven\u003c\/b\u003e is the coauthor of the \n\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller \n\u003ci\u003eClean\u003c\/i\u003e. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMarisa Belger\u003c\/b\u003e is a writer and editor whose work has appeared in numerous magazines and Websites, including \n\u003ci\u003eNatural Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \n\u003ci\u003ePrevention\u003c\/i\u003e, \n\u003ci\u003eTravel + Leisure\u003c\/i\u003e, and \n\u003ci\u003eNew York\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWomen are beginning to see the range of choices they have during pregnancy and birth, but the journey isn't over when the baby arrives. Bringing our attention back to the importance of the postpartum period for new mothers helps to create space for this essential period of integration and recovery. \n\u003ci\u003eThe First 40 Days\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable companion during the first 40 days and beyond.-- \n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eRicki Lake \u0026amp; Abby Epstein, Filmmakers, The Business of Being Born\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe First Forty Days \u003c\/i\u003eis a bestselling, trusted resource, a perfect ally during the intense first weeks with a new baby.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Both inspiring and soothing, this practical guide and inspirational read for all new mothers and mothers-to-be revives the lost art of caring for the mother after birth. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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 honoring the significance of pregnancy and birth. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The 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, \n\u003ci\u003eThe First Forty Days\u003c\/i\u003e provides a lifeline--a source of connection, nourishment, and guidance. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Based on author Heng Ou's own postpartum experience with \n\u003ci\u003ezuo yuezi\u003c\/i\u003e, a set period in which a woman remains at home focusing on healing and bonding with her baby, \n\u003ci\u003eThe First Forty Days\u003c\/i\u003e is cowritten by \n\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Amely Greeven and Marisa Belger. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Beautifully designed and filled with mouth-watering food photography, this book is perfect for sharing and gifting, whether at a baby shower or when helping a new mom. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"A great read, especially during the second half of pregnancy. . . . Includes pantry and shopping lists to prepare beforehand, as well as step-by-step instructions for making everything from bone broth to body salves. 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