| Edition |
3rd ed., rev. and updated [ed.]. |
| Description |
xiv, 770 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
Sears parenting library |
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Sears parenting library.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
PART 1. Getting started : baby-care basics. Getting attached : what it means -- Ten tips for having a safe and satisfying birth -- Preparing for baby -- Getting the right start with your newborn -- Postpartum family adjustments -- Caring for your baby's bodily needs -- Common concerns in the early weeks |
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PART 2. Infant feeding and nutrition. Breastfeeding: why and how -- The breastfeeding mother : choices, challenges -- Bottlefeeding with safety and love -- Introducting solid foods : when, what and how -- Ten tips for becoming your family's nutritionist -- Feeding the toddler : one to two years |
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PART 3. Contemporary parenting. Babywearing : the art and science of carrying your baby -- Nighttime parenting : how to get your baby to sleep -- Parenting the fussy or colicky baby -- Working and parenting -- Special situations |
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PART 4. Infant development and behavior. Growing together : enjoying your baby's developmental stages -- The first six months : big changes -- The second six months : moving up -- The second year : from babyhood to toddlerhood -- Bothersome but normal toddler behaviors -- Toilet training |
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PART 5. Keeping your baby safe and healthy. Babyproofing your home -- Keeping your baby healthy -- The most common medical problems : self-help home care -- Life-saving procedures and First-Aid for common emergencies. |
| Summary |
A comprehensive baby care book features information on every aspect of infant care, including the treatment of illnesses and infant nutritional requirements, and focuses on a baby's five needs: eating, sleeping, development, health, and comfort. |
| Subject |
Newborn infants -- Care.
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Infants -- Care.
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Infants -- Development.
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| Added Author |
Sears, William, 1939-
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Sears, Martha.
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Sears, Robert W,
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Sears, James M.
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| Other Editions: |
Revision of: Baby book Boston : Little, Brown, c2003. xiv, 769 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. (DLC) 2002016142 |
| ISBN |
9780316198264 (pbk.) |
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0316198269 (pbk.) |
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