First Forty Days
First Forty Days
First Forty Days
First Forty Days
First Forty Days
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Heng Ou

First Forty Days

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.

Details

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.

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.

The First Forty Days, 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.

Why SENA loves it

Heng Ou began Motherbees to teach women how to nourish and heal their bodies so that they can bring themselves fully to the raising of their families. As the author of The First Forty Days, Heng poured her knowledge of the forgotten art of caring for a new mother into its pages and has been a necessary resource for all mothers ever since. The First Forty Days illustrates the Chinese practice of zuo yuezi—a period of postpartum confinement in which a woman remains at home focusing on healing and bonding with her baby - as well as provides simple recipes to truly nourish the mother through the power of food. She has also crafted the best supplements for healing with her Jujubes and Mama Omega-3s.

As a mother herself, Brittany understands the importance of not only bonding with your new babe, but also in practicing self-care. A Mother is the heart of her family and her health and strength only creates a stronger and more healthy family.

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