The Little Book Of Self

Written from decades of experience by a midwife and a doula, the book offers proven strategies to boost confidence and ease everyday overwhelm. You'll find cooling breast pads with chamomile tea, gentle stretches to relieve aching muscles, and simple, nourishing recipes to support your postnatal body. It also includes quick 5-minute fixes to lift your mood and restore your sense of humor, plus honest answers to questions you might avoid asking aloud.

Beautiful full-colour illustrations accompany clear, short sections, making complex topics feel approachable. The content is presented as a practical guide with plan-and-try routines, check-ins, and note-friendly prompts, so you can move through the postnatal journey at your own pace and revisit tips as needed.

Concepts covered include postnatal recovery, breastfeeding comfort, sleep support, emotional well-being, gentle movement, and nutrition. The learning feels accessible and enjoyable through bite-sized advice, real-life tips, and visually friendly layouts that encourage experimentation and personal pacing.

• Practical postnatal self-care tips from a seasoned midwife and doula
• Step-by-step routines for recovery, feeding comfort, sleep, and mood support
• Quick 5-minute fixes to calm nerves and restore humor
• Simple, nourishing recipes for postnatal nourishment
• Guidance on comfortable breastfeeding and physical relief
• DIY comfort ideas such as cooling breast pads with chamomile tea
• Beautiful full-colour, picture-book style illustrations that aid understanding
• Clear, accessible format with questions addressed and note-friendly prompts

After reading, the reader gains a practical toolkit for daily life with a new baby—boosted confidence, clearer routines, and a calmer, more connected sense of self. It supports resilience, curiosity, and a gentler sense of humor as you navigate early motherhood.