Golden Month: Caring for the World's Mothers After Childbirth

An acupuncturist and teacher, Jenny Allison has spent a decade researching this book. Golden Month aims to debunk the anxiety- inducing myth of the perfect postpartum body. It focuses on a mothers long-term well-being, looking at both mental and physical health. Golden Month also explains the importance of nutrition and includes nutrient-dense recipes to ensure optimum recovery during the postnatal period. Golden Month breaks down practical methods to caring for new mums, making it the perfect gift for mums, dads, relatives and caregivers alike. Jenny has spent over a decade researching this book immersed in different cultures; Golden Month outlines a holistic approach towards postnatal care that amalgamates the best practices in postpartum care from different cultures throughout the world. This revised edition comes five years after the original book published and a reprint in 2018. Updates include a new story from a Druz mother who discusses the ancient Middle Eastern postpartum tradition that is practised by everyone in her community. Jennys media interviews include coverage in the UK, Brazil and Australia. With constant requests coming in on a regular basis. Golden Month includes information on dietary therapy explaining the importance of postpartum nutrition and includes several nutrient-dense recipes to ensure optimum recovery during the postnatal period.
ASIN: 0995142327
VSKU: BVV.0995142327.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Jenny Allison
Binding: Hardcover
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.