POSTPARTUM 30

Highly recommended! Kristal's views on how to heal yourself during Postpartum have been so helpful to me. I'm currently pregnant with my first child and I came across Kristal's book while researching postpartum depression. From her book, I've learned how to set up healthy boundaries with those that are often around during the postpartum phase (namely mothers and mothers-in-law). I learned that it is important to set up clear expectations so you can appreciate your family's help without hurting/damaging your relationships. Kristal's book is also good for general preparations such as giving notes on how to prepare/stock healthy food and beverages in accordance with Traditional Chinese Medicine. I'm sure that every expecting mother can learn something of value from this book!

As someone who grow up in Western cultural with no Asian background, I found this book to be very interesting. I love how the author combines tradition with the modern world surrounding the postpartum period. Should more children be in my future, a modern confinement would be something I would be interested in trying after reading this book. I would recommend this book to anyone who is expecting a child and looking to better understand the forth trimester.

This is a great blend of traditional and modern. It can be challenging to make it work when we live a life so different when these practices began. I love how she gives modern examples on how to also include partners to make this a family bonding and learning time and not so isolated. Would recommend this for anyone who is looking to find a balance in modern living.

This book is well written in such a way that the author really works hard to break everything down and is incredibly relatable as she adds her own experiences into the mix. I found myself laughing at her commentary throughout the book and found it really engaging. I read the book before giving it as a gift to my friend who is a new mom who found it incredibly helpful and said that it helped her manage her stress during this time as well. A MUST READ!

Postpartum 30" by Dr. Kristal Lau is a remarkable guide that seamlessly combines traditional Chinese confinement practices with modern Western medicine for an optimal postpartum care experience. I can confidently say that it is an invaluable resource for new moms seeking a balanced and purposeful fourth trimester.

Dr. Lau's expertise shines through by offering practical advice and insights to create a postpartum journey tailored to individual circumstances. The book encourages bonding with the newborn while prioritizing the physical and emotional well-being of the mother. With endorsements from experts in perinatal care, "Postpartum 30" is a trusted and comprehensive guide that empowers moms to navigate the challenges of the postpartum period with grace and confidence.

This book is a must read for all mothers!!

While reading this book, it resonated deeply with what I went through as a first time mother. It is certainly challenging to balance modern medicine while preserving traditional practices that are still important to us but this book offered insight into how it can be done to ensure a positive postpartum experience for mothers. I recommend this book for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding about postpartum practices and getting the best of both worlds.

Kristal has condensed, downloaded the vast topic of traditional Chinese and Modern Postpartum Care into an informative book. In her conversational style she delivers a combination ancient and contemporary wisdom in an easy digestible manner. I am inspired through a balance of intellectually and emotionally relevant information that is evidence based. Straight forward language. Helpful information. Applicable suggestions a book I will reference for many years to come.