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Self-Care for New Mums

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Self-Care for New Mums by Ruby Matley offers a warm, wise and practical guide for first-time mothers navigating the joys and challenges of early parenthood. The book provides expert advice and simple strategies to find moments of self-care amid the demands of new motherhood. From enjoying favourite meals and guilt-free naps to connecting with friends and sharing the mental load, these rituals aim to help new mums unwind, recharge and fully embrace this special time.
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Many women find first-time parenting both rewarding and challenging, joyful and exhausting. In this warm, wise and practical guide, author and podcaster Ruby Matley shares expert words of advice, simple strategies for tough times and a host of ideas for women seeking out moments of self-care every day. Whether it's enjoying a favourite meal, taking a guilt-free nap, connecting with friends or sharing the mental load, these rituals and recipes will help you to unwind, recharge and be present for this special time.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760987916

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 July 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Macmillan Australia

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 426g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Ruby Matley has a Bachelor of Science (health sciences) with a passion for public health focusing on nutrition and women's health. She is co-author of 9 Months, a pregnancy guide.

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