The Happiest Baby on the Block
The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer
by:
Harvey Karp
Summary:
The book introduces the concept of the "fourth trimester" and presents five techniques, known as the 5 S's—swaddling, side/stomach position, shushing, swinging, and sucking—to soothe and calm newborns. It provides practical advice and strategies to help parents quickly calm their babies' cries and extend their sleep.
Key points:
1. Fourth Trimester: The book suggests newborns are born three months early, based on their development in the first three months. It advises replicating womb conditions to comfort the baby.
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