The First Forty Days

The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother

By: Heng Ou, Amely Greeven, Marisa Belger

Narrated by: Emily Durante

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. 

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 40 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. 

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio. 

©2016 Heng Ou, Amely Greeven, and Marisa Belger (P)2019 Tantor

Must read!

Must read for every mama to be, wanna be or for an amazing and warm piece of information

The absolute most read book in pregnancy!

If there was one book to read in pregnancy, this would be the one I recommend. There is so much focus on preparing for the baby. When will you need to be preparing for the mom and the transition into motherhood whether it’s the first time or the third or 10th.

Perfect Book for Postpartum Doulas

Loved this book! Can hardly wait to nourishing Postpartum mother's with the nourishing foods their bodies and babies need!

Gift this book to a momma or for yourself

Great book for a first time mom. The book is a great guide to postpartum at home. You learn how to focus on you and healing you after delivery.

Excellent!

A must read for every pregnant woman!
I share this book with the families that attend my childbirth education classes.