Summaries of books about Baby & Toddler Parenting:
Work. Pump. Repeat.
The New Mom's Survival Guide to Breastfeeding and Going Back to Work
Jessica Shortall
The book provides practical advice and emotional support for breastfeeding mothers returning to the workplace, covering topics such as pumping strategies, milk storage, and navigating work policies. It also addresses the challenges of balancing a career with the demands of nursing and maintaining milk supply.
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The Natural Baby Sleep Solution
Use Your Child's Internal Sleep Rhythms for Better Nights and Naps
Polly Moore.
The book presents a sleep program based on the natural rest and alertness cycle of babies, which typically runs in a pattern of 90 minutes. It provides strategies and tips for parents to help their infants establish better sleep patterns by aligning with these natural rhythms for improved nighttime sleep and naps.
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Raising a Secure Child
How Circle of Security Parenting Can Help You Nurture Your Child's Attachment, Emotional Resilience, and Freedom to Explore
Kent Hoffman|Glen Cooper|Bert Powell
The book provides a guide for parents on how to foster secure attachment with their children using the Circle of Security approach, which emphasizes understanding children's emotional needs and responding appropriately to support their exploration and independence. It offers practical advice, illustrations, and real-life examples to help parents cultivate emotional resilience and a strong parent-child relationship.
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The Sh!t No One Tells You
A Guide to Surviving Your Baby's First Year
Dawn Dais
The book offers a candid and humorous look at the realities of parenthood, providing practical advice and personal anecdotes to help new parents navigate the often overwhelming first year of their baby's life. It covers a range of topics from sleep deprivation to diaper disasters, aiming to support and entertain readers through the challenges of early parenting.
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Boys Should Be Boys
7 Secrets to Raising Healthy Sons
Meg Meeker
The book provides guidance on nurturing boys to grow into strong, compassionate, and responsible men, emphasizing the importance of allowing boys to embrace their natural energy and curiosity. It offers practical advice on parenting strategies that support boys' emotional and physical development, while also addressing the challenges posed by modern culture and technology.
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The Ultimate 1 Year Old Activity Book
100 Fun Developmental and Sensory Ideas for Toddlers
Mrs. Autumn McKay
The book provides a collection of 100 engaging activities designed to stimulate the developmental and sensory skills of one-year-old toddlers. These activities focus on promoting early learning through play, covering areas such as fine motor skills, language development, cognitive growth, and social interaction.
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Someone Could Get Hurt
A Memoir of Twenty-First-Century Parenthood
Drew Magary
The book is a candid and humorous account of the author's experiences navigating the challenges and absurdities of modern fatherhood. It delves into the joys, fears, and perplexities of raising children, from dealing with injuries and school events to the emotional complexities of love and discipline.
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The Baby Name Wizard
A Magical Method for Finding the Perfect Name for Your Baby
Laura Wattenberg
The book provides an innovative approach to selecting baby names by focusing on the style, cultural origin, and historical significance of names rather than just alphabetical listings. It includes tools like name lists, sibling name suggestions, and graphical representations of name popularity over time to help parents find a name that resonates with personal taste and family heritage.
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Getting the Little Blighters to Eat
Change your children from fussy eaters into foodies.
Claire Potter
The book provides practical strategies and ideas for parents to encourage their children to try new foods and develop healthier eating habits. It focuses on changing mealtime dynamics and attitudes towards food without turning to bribery or battles.
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Fit to Burst
Abundance, Mayhem, and the Joys of Motherhood
Rachel Jankovic
The book is a collection of essays that offer a Christian perspective on motherhood, emphasizing the importance of joy, grace, and faith in the midst of the chaos and challenges of raising children. It encourages mothers to embrace their role with enthusiasm and to see the daily tasks and trials as opportunities for personal growth and spiritual enrichment.
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