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The Modern Midwife's Guide to the First Year

The Modern Midwife's Guide to the First Year

Summary

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The book you can trust to guide you through the highs and lows of parenthood.


Whether you're preparing for your baby to arrive, have just welcomed your little one into the world, or are well into the fourth trimester, this nurturing guide will ensure you feel supported and informed throughout your baby's first year.

Following on from where The Modern Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond left off, this book will take you through the first 48 hours after birth up until your baby's first birthday.

From postpartum recovery to establishing a routine and looking out for signs to start weaning, Marie Louise will guide you through each stage of your baby's development. Packed with interesting facts, the most up-to-date insights and bringing together a whole host of childcare experts, you'll find everything you need to feel calm and confident about the exciting months ahead.

©2023 Marie Louise (P)2023 Penguin Audio

About the author

Marie Louise

Marie Louise is a Senior Midwife, a PTLLS adult educator and hypnobirthing teacher from the UK. She has travelled extensively to learn about midwifery in different cultures and has also practised in Australia. She runs ‘Modern Midwives Meetups’ which provide a safe space for midwives to share best practice and hear from experts in the maternity field. Marie Louise is a sought after expert and has most recently been invited to Parliament to discuss maternal mental health and maternity discrimination. Marie is also a communications partner for Child.Org, an equal opportunities charity for children and advises Cocoon Family Health, a perinatal mental health charity based in London. Follow Marie Louise on Instagram The_Modern_Midwife or visit her website www.modernmidwife.com for her fun, informative and evidence-based posts.
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