books about: childbirth

books about: childbirth

books:

Childbirth

The Happiest Baby on the Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer

Harvey Karp

Bantam, 2003

Very loving method of helping newborns adjust to the world
The program Dr. Karp presents in this book was a lifesaver during the first three months of my daughter's life. We didn't follow his plan down to the letter (and Dr. Karp says it is adaptable for each baby's needs) because my daughter hated having her arms swaddled in, ...

The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Gentle Ways to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night

Elizabeth Pantley, William Sears

McGraw-Hill, 2002

At last someone knows how!
Great buy! This book was written by someone who has experienced sleepless night and knows what she is talking about. This is not some doctor behind a desk writing a book. This is a mother. I dont believe in crying it out. I feel its inhumane,however each to their ...

Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

Dr. Kevin Leman

Revell, 2008

Have a New Kid by Friday
Every parent should read this book! Well written and humorous. Gives terrific ideas on disciplining your children.

What to Expect When You're Expecting: 4th Edition

Heidi Murkoff, Sharon Mazel

Workman Publishing Company, 2008

Great resource for the pregnant
I ordered this book when I found out I was pregnant with my first child. Many of my family members had used earlier editions with their pregnancies. I was not disappointed. I like how it breaks up the chapters into months (weeks) of pregnancy. It goes into details ...

The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child (Sears Parenting Library)

Robert Sears

Little, Brown and Company, 2007

Excellent book
This was a great book. I started the research on vaccines late, my daughter have gotten 2 full rounds of shots already. As a new parent I had some concerns on this topic and although I did some research online, I was overwhelmed by the amount of information on pros ...

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

Adele Faber, Elaine Mazlish

Collins Living, 1999

Best ideas for dealing with difficult situations
I thought this book would apply only for older children, but I've found several techniques that already apply and WORK with my 2 1/2 year old child. I love the way the book is organized and I love how it really gives many specific examples of how to apply the methods ...

On Becoming Baby Wise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep (On Becoming. . .)

Gary Ezzo, Robert Bucknam

Parent-Wise Solutions, Inc., 2006

Great book
We read and followed the guidance of this book and the baby started by sleeping 5 hours straight. She later went to 8 hours straight and now is at 11-12 hours stright through the night. great book.

The Trouble with Boys: A Surprising Report Card on Our Sons, Their Problems at School, and What Parents and ...

Peg Tyre

Crown, 2008

Why are boys falling behind?
This book is a follow on to the author's Newsweek cover story about the widening gap between boys and girls academic performance in the United States. She makes the case that, just as we rallied in the 90s to help girls catch up to boys in math and science, we need to ...

1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 (123 Magic)

Thomas W. Phelan

Parentmagic, Inc., 2004

Thank you!
I feel like a better parent and a better person. The strategies described in this book worked for my 4 year old twins. My husband has stopped spanking because he has watched me and now we count bad behavior together.

Mother Warriors: A Nation of Parents Healing Autism Against All Odds

Jenny McCarthy

Dutton Adult, 2008

Love this book!
This book had me in tears! My heart breaks for all the families that are enduring this epidemic disorder. Our son has ASD and is now 6.5 and communicating more than ever! Thanks Jenny for sharing your story and others!

Baby Bargains, 7th Edition: Secrets to Saving 20% to 50% on baby furniture, gear, clothes, toys, maternity ...

Denise Fields

Windsor Peak Press, 2007

My Go-To Book for Research
After using the Bridal Bargains book 8 yrs ago during my wedding planning, I was so excited to learn that they made Baby Bargains! I love the straight forward advice they give, the additional info offered that you can find on-line, and everything about this book!! ...

Taking Charge of Your Fertility, 10th Anniversary Edition: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, ...

Toni Weschler

Collins Living, 2006

Conceived after fertility problems using this book!!!
The reason I have a beautiful baby girl is because of this book! I got pregnant the first time I ovulated in 4 months because I knew what to look for! This is a must read for every woman, not just ones trying to get pregnant. Knowledge is power, take power over ...

Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder

Richard Louv

Algonquin Books, 2008

Parents NEED this, take it from a forest kid
I'm young enough that I still get called "kid" by my friends' parents, and when I saw the cover of this book in the store, with the kid holding a frog, I instantly felt like this book was about someone just like me. When I started reading, I felt so even more. I've ...

The Expectant Father: Facts, Tips and Advice for Dads-to-Be, Second Edition

Armin A. Brott

Abbeville Press, 2001

FIrst time dads
This book is specifically designed for the first time father's without a clue. It discusses everything from the basics of morning sickness to really acknowledging the needs and support a woman requires during pregnancy. It also assist with opening discussions for ...

Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons

Siegfried Engelmann, Phyllis Haddox, ...

Fireside, 1986

Still Reaping Benefits Five Years Later
This was the only book/tool I purchased to teach my daughter to read. We began when she was 2, and she was proficient enough by age three to navigate her own computer. She continued to progress and was reading chapter books by age 4. The most remarkable thing about ...