Summaries of books about Baby & Toddler Parenting:
Potty Training in 3 Days
The Step-by-Step Plan for a Clean Break from Dirty Diapers
Brandi Brucks
The book provides a comprehensive guide for parents to transition their child from diapers to using the toilet independently, outlining a clear, three-day method with practical advice and troubleshooting tips. It includes preparation strategies, how to deal with accidents, and ways to maintain patience and positivity throughout the potty training process.
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Oh Crap! Potty Training
Everything Modern Parents Need to Know to Do It Once and Do It Right
Jamie Glowacki
The book provides a six-step, proven process for potty training children aged 20 to 30 months, emphasizing the importance of timing and patience. It offers practical advice, troubleshooting tips, and real-life case studies to help parents transition their child from diapers to independence with confidence and success.
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The Montessori Toddler
A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being
Simone Davies
The book provides practical advice and strategies for parents to nurture their toddler's natural curiosity and independence using Montessori principles. It includes insights on creating a supportive home environment, engaging in respectful communication, and setting up activities that promote learning and responsibility.
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How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen
A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7
Joanna Faber|Julie King
The book provides practical strategies for communicating effectively with young children, offering tools to address common challenges such as tantrums, cooperation, and emotional regulation. It includes real-life stories, relatable examples, and dialogues to help parents and caregivers navigate the complexities of early childhood with empathy and understanding.
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My First Book of Baby Signs
40 Essential Signs to Learn and Practice
Lane Rebelo
The book introduces 40 basic American Sign Language (ASL) signs that are useful for communicating with babies and toddlers. It provides clear illustrations and instructions for each sign, along with tips on how to teach and practice them with young children.
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Moms on Call | Basic Baby Care 0-6 Months | Parenting Book 1 of 3
Laura Hunter LPN|Jennifer Walker RN BSN
The book provides practical advice and tips for new parents on how to care for infants aged 0-6 months, covering topics such as feeding, sleeping, and basic health care. It offers a straightforward approach to establishing routines and addresses common concerns and challenges faced by new parents during the early stages of their baby's life.
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Cribsheet
A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool
Emily Oster
The book provides an analytical approach to parenting decisions in the early years, using data and research to assess common dilemmas such as sleep training, breastfeeding, and potty training. It aims to empower parents with evidence-based information to make informed choices that fit their family's needs.
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1-2-3 Magic
Gentle 3-Step Child & Toddler Discipline for Calm, Effective, and Happy Parenting
Thomas W. Phelan
The book provides a simple and straightforward approach to disciplining children aged 2-12 without yelling or spanking, focusing on controlling obnoxious behavior, encouraging good behavior, and strengthening the parent-child relationship. It introduces a three-step discipline technique that involves counting to three to manage difficult behavior and establishing clear boundaries and consequences.
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Simple & Safe Baby-Led Weaning
How to Integrate Foods, Master Portion Sizes, and Identify Allergies
Malina Malkani MS RDN CDN
The book provides guidance on introducing solid foods to infants through baby-led weaning, emphasizing safety and nutritional balance. It includes strategies for portion control, recognizing and managing potential food allergies, and integrating a variety of foods to support a baby's development.
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The Happiest Baby on the Block
The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer
Harvey Karp
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.
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