The Modern Midwife's Guide to the First Year

Synopsis

Brought to you by Penguin.The positive, evidence-based book you can trust to guide you through the highs and lows of parenting in your baby’s first year, from a Senior Midwife and bestselling author.Senior Midwife Marie Louise has spent years working with families, supporting new parents through pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period.In her bestselling book, The Modern Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond, she guided new parents through the journey of what to expect during pregnancy and birth.Following from where her first book left off, The Modern Midwife’s Guide to the First Year is the empowering and practical guide to the first year of parenthood, taking you through the first 48 hours after birth up until your baby's first birthday.Packed with interesting facts, up-to-date insights and bringing together a whole host of childcare experts, you'll find everything you need to feel calm and confident at each stage of your baby’s development, including guidance on:Postpartum recovery and self-care for new parentsEstablishing a routine – for you and your babyBaby sleep trainingKnowing when to start weaningLearning to celebrate your winsWhether 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.‘Marie Louise is a dream come true for any parent with her uncanny ability to simplify the most important and complicated questions’ Emma Bunton, Spice Girls singer and co-founder of Kit and Kin‘Marie is so informative and taught me so many things I had NO idea about!’ Zoe Sugg (Zoella), award-winning vlogger and author©2023 Marie Louise (P)2023 Penguin Audio