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

The 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 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.Features Publication Date: April 26, 2016 ISBN: 9781617691836 Page Count: 224 Illustrations: 50 color photographs Details Dimensions: Trim Size: 7 x 9 Country of Origin: Imported