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Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
The book arrived in a couple of weeks, in good condition. It took longer that most AMAZON orders, probably because it came from across the Atlantic. The cardboard envelope the book was sent in was not closed at one end, and the book was sticking out. Luckily, it was not lost in the mail, and it did not get wet or otherwise damaged in transit.The book, itself, was as expected. My daughter is expecting her first child this summer, and had joked that a baby book "for dummies" might be helpful. I believe that she's enjoying it and has found it valuable.As long as I was aware of the distance the product had to travel, (I was careless with this purchase, and didn't notice this) I would buy from this vendor again. I trust that the failure to properly seal the packaging was an unusual problem.
Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
As an expectant mother, I had exhausted all the info on pregnancy and wanted to learn as much as I could - while I still had some free time - on what to expect during our baby's first year. This book proved to be an invaluable resource on everything from breastfeeding to bathing to baby poop and beyond! I know I will refer to it often after our baby arrives, and I recommend it highly for expectant and new parents alike.
Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
Believe it or not, but I bought this book from amazon even before I got pregnant for 1st time. I wanted to know what to expect before I become a mother. The book is very well structured, informative and covers everything. It would be easy to find anything you need in an emergency. After reading it I've got a good feeling that I can handle everything about babies as far as books like this exist and can be at hand. Thank you, authors.
Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
The information in this book is ok. Similar to other books as other reviewers mentioned. The one thing that reallllly irked me about this book though was repetitive derogatory / unflattering comments about mother-in-laws. The first time it was funny, the second time not so much, the 3rd, 4th and 5th it was becoming rude. Not sure what the author's mother-in-law did to her... I finally couldn't continue after "look the other way while your mother-in-law does a lousy job of sweeping" or "And if mama-in-law wants to hold the baby while you get some sleep - weigh the benefits (you will be able to get some rest) and the negatives (will she insist on taking over your entire recovery?)" Really???? Baby's birth is a time of joy for the entire family and emotions can already be running high. You don't need all this negatively put in your head which can only make things worse if they already are. And these are just two example from many other in just the first 70 or so pages... And yes I am sensitive to crap like this...especially when it is unnecessary and just doesn't stop...
Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
Love this reference book! Easy to use, easy to find quick answers, well-organized, and full of no-nonsense, practical advice when and where you need it. I would reccomend this to any new parent.
Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))
The "for Dummies" books are written in a great format. You can read them cover to cover or start at any given point without feeling lost. I totally disagree with "Sabrina's mom"'s comment. Although our baby hasn't come yet I have 4 younger siblings and my mom used the sleep training methods promoted in this book on all of us and they work very well. It's hard to listen to babies cry themselves to sleep but it really is the only way they will learn to get themselves to sleep and the only way you will ever get some sleep. Discipline is just one of those things that you have to do as a parent. Also, the milestones are great so you know when to expect your baby to start crawling so you can plan how to babyproof your house. This book has wonderful, practical advice that I think every parent should read!