The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother

by Amely Greeven, Heng Ou, Marisa Belger

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 step-by-step instructions...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1617691836
• ISBN13: 9781617691836
• Release Date: April 2016
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.2" x 9.1"