{"product_id":"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.  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 honoring the significance of pregnancy and birth. \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\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abrams, Harry N., Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47057004396784,"sku":"9781617691836","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781617691836_p0.jpg?v=1763853303","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781617691836","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}