THE ONE GUIDE MOST PEDIATRICIANS RECOMMEND
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Jan 13, 2011
Esmeralda
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The reason for a low rating is due to the lack of integrity in the sections entitled "Where We Stand" on certain issues. The American Academy of Pediatrics uses "aesthetics" as a factor when making a decision on circumcision. It is disheartening when pediatricians sound like plastic surgeons. Also an insistance that normal delivery require 48 hours inside the hospital before discharge does not make sense. Most other books recommend that children don't watch T.V. until three y
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Mar 24, 2011
Doreen
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I'll admit that I haven't read the entire book, but am digesting it part by relevant part. For a brief primer on what to expect with my newborn, it's been pretty fantastic, though, as with every other manual on the subject, it hedges its bets by only occasionally giving firm guidelines for what's "normal" (which isn't necessarily a bad thing. I'm just a jumpy new mom, is all.) It'll definitely be my go-to guide (it helps that it was given to us free by our pediatrician) for the next ye
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Aug 21, 2009
Emily
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This book was fairly decent (reading it as a new mother). It offered a lot of good information in an easy to read and understand format. One of the best aspects to this book compared to other "first year" books is the explanation of baby's cognitive and emotional development. I loved that persepective and appreciated the tips it offered on encouraging baby's growth in those areas.
I didn't like the format in which they divide the first year. The book is grouped into th More...
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Nov 16, 2011
Lena
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Was not very impressed with this one. There's some good information here but it's very poorly organized and very very hard to use as a reference, since it's nearly impossible to hunt down a particular topic. The growth chart in the back is so poorly printed as to be utterly unusable. And the useful information is everywhere diluted by long preachy blurbs on the safety practices espoused by the APA. It's more a manual of APA official recommendations than actually useful baby-care info.
Dec 03, 2010
Nicole
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My pediatrician gave me this book when my daughter was born last year. I didn't actually read this book from cover to cover but read the sections pertaining to my daughter's growth and development at any given time or when I had questions on something. It's divided into age groups and then other sections for first aid/emergencies, body systems such as respiratory, vision, etc. Most things are dealt with very basically, not a lot of detail, which isn't necessarily a bad thing so as not to overwhe
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Mar 30, 2010
Jodi
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I found this to be a very helpful guide to my baby's first year. It includes interesting information on development, physical, and emotional milestones by age. There is also an overwhelming about of medical information that I did not find a need to read much of.
Nov 24, 2009
Courtney
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I expected just a dry reference manual, which this book mostly is, but it also contains a heartwarming section on the (intangible) gifts of parenthood. Boosted my spirits on a sleep-deprived day.
Jul 16, 2010
Mercedes
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Very, very informative, right on target. Answers most of the questions I've had during this first year of my son, about development, sleeping patterns, milestones, breastfeeding, feeding, among many other things. Very good.
May 26, 2010
jacky
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I'm skipping around in this. As much as I made fun of the cutesy style of the What to Expect ... books, I'm finding this book cold. Its like reading directions for building a bookshelf. Also, I've heard it said that the What to Expect ... books are alarmist; well, I'm finding this book that way so far. It is also lacking on the information I want to know. I'm only continue to look through it because at the moment its the only book I have on after the baby is born. I'm hoping to receive W
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Mar 01, 2011
Molly
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A fine overview, though there are a lot of conditionals--a lot of "never" and "always" and leans toward the traditional without exploring. This came free in a bag of coupons and magazines our hospital gives out at prenatal classes, so I'm content to read and pass on to another new parent. Nice for surface reference--meant for the parent who might not keep the nightstand weighted with parenting books.
Nov 26, 2011
Valerie
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Excellent book. Very informative and in a concise presentation (in comparison to " what to expect in the first year" book). I'll consult it many times I'm sure when baby is here. Can't wait! ( about the baby not really about having to refer to the book!)
Feb 15, 2011
Marie
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My pediatrician gave me this book - good all around basic information about what to expect, health concerns and safety advice.
Dec 15, 2009
Jason
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Best baby book I have read yet. We got this from our pediatrician. I started reading it right away. It has great detail on ages 0 - 6 months, then strangely lumps months 6-12 together. Would have liked the same detail in those months as the first 6. The last third of the book is all the depressing diseases and illnesses that babies get. Good book to keep as a resource if any of those things should happen. *knocks on wood*.
Jun 22, 2008
Khinna
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My mother purchase this in a thrift store, and I was skeptical that it would not be updated. However, the book is very in depth, provides great, easy-to-process information and pretty much has answered any questions I've had so far. It written informatively but not preachy and gives you what you want to know without giving too much or too little info. I think this should be a staple purchase for any new parent.
Mar 20, 2011
Wildoaksfarm
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Well, I thought I had better bone up on baby care, so this is the book I picked! So far, so good...it has tons of information and is very helpful. I plan on reading at least about baby's first few months and keeping this on hand for a reference for the future, as it is full of good stuff.
I would not say it's the most exciting thing I have ever read...but probably one of the most important.
I would not say it's the most exciting thing I have ever read...but probably one of the most important.
Sep 19, 2008
Melissa
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This book was given to me by my son's pediatrician. Since he has been born, I have been reading this and looking up any issues we've had as we go along. I don't necessarily like the way this book is organized and indexed, but it has a lot of information and while they strongly recommend some things, they don't tell you that you have to do them.
Jan 23, 2012
Karl
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Good, thorough book about your babies first year. Although this is written by hundreds of doctors and therefore they all have to agree on everything to sign their names to it. That means you should follow most of it, but realize that each child is unique and so is the way you raise your child.
Aug 06, 2009
Betsy
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I didn't read every word, but I have read the sections on age-dependent activities and development. As a new mom, I really appreciated the detailed descriptions of how best to take care of a baby. I have consulted this book regularly as a reference.
Dec 09, 2007
Tammy
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This book was decent - basic, but decent. It doesn't go into much detail on its subjects but its a good book to get general information out of. I found it useful for bouncing off other information found in other books.
Apr 08, 2011
Kristin
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I'm reading as appropriate for my son's age. It's helpful to know what developmental milestones are coming up and what I can do to help. Recommended and given to me by a pediatrician.
Jul 28, 2008
Sarah
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Very helpful information, especially parts about baby's cognitive development each month and how to encourage it. Good reference source which I'm sure to refer to.
Jun 23, 2009
Laura
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A good overview and reference on all things (especially medical) that a parent will face in his/her child's first year of life. I've often turned ot it as a reference.
Mar 31, 2008
Mandy
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As with all baby books, you can't believe everything they say since things change so often. This was a basic review for me to prepare for my 2nd baby.
Oct 16, 2007
Tina
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This is the book I used to follow my baby's emotional and physical development during her first year. I don't think you can go wrong with the AAP.
Feb 15, 2011
Crystal
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Some good info, just a little outdated; although much of it stays the same!
Oct 03, 2008
Caroline
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Good overview of child development without causing me to have irrational fears about Reed's mental and physical capacities...
