{"product_id":"the-first-forty-days-the-essential-art-of-nourishing-the-new-mother-9781617691836","title":"The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ci\u003ezuo yuezi\u003c\/i\u003e, a set period of \"confinement,\" in which a woman remains at home focusing on healing and bonding with her baby, \u003ci\u003eThe First Forty Days \u003c\/i\u003erevives the lost art of caring for the mother after birth.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e As modern mothers are pushed to prematurely \"bounce back\" after deliver-ing 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.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\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 post-partum period, navigating relationship challenges, and honoring the significance of pregnancy and birth.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe First Forty Days\u003c\/i\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Harry N. Abrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/26\/2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781617691836\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 224\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.80d","brand":"Heng Ou, Amely Greeven, Marisa Belger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36662348742812,"sku":"9781617691836","price":27.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_a4dbf155-f0a5-4082-b830-d14872ac7cca.jpg?v=1603901692","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-first-forty-days-the-essential-art-of-nourishing-the-new-mother-9781617691836","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}