A Must for All New Parents!!
924493
This video is a wonderful gift for all new parents.  I learned how to soothe my niece's tummy aches and gas pains.  I used the back massage techniques to put her to sleep and it worked like a charm.  When she is irritable now I know what to do to calm her down and relax her little body.  This is a lifesaver for anyone with a colicky baby.  I learned how to give a full baby massage in one viewing.  I think all babies deserve to be massaged and all parents should watch this video.
2381606
I cannot recommend this book enough! I think it should be handed to every new parent before they leave the hospital whether they have a daughter or son. I thank God that I found this book. I know I will be referencing it through the years. Thank you to the author for writing it!
1289195
I had checked out this book from my local library, but after seeing how much useful information the book contained, I decided to buy it. I doubt I will get through the entire book before my baby is born, but I am glad that I will be able to refer to it whenever I need a basic question answered. So far, the chapters on "Buying for Baby" and "Your Newborn Baby" (which covers baby care) have been the most useful. Reading those chapters has assured me that I don't need to go nuts buying baby stuff and I won't break my baby. If you are a first-time mom, like I am, then you should definitely buy this book. You will get answers to most of your questions, the information will give you ideas about the questions you should ask your OB and pediatrician, and the baby care primer will make you feel more confident about your ability to care for your child. Good luck to all the new moms out there!
3184400
This book will keep you from calling the doctor for every concern!  We are new parents in our early 40's and feel overwhelmed like everyone does at times, and this book has provided so much information and helpful tips since we brought our son home from the hospital.  Buy the book for yourself and give as a gift to any of your pregnant friends or relatives.  Excellent resource!
1064316
This book was the best baby/pregnancy book I bought!  I was so overwhelmed by baby products when it came to shopping for my first child.  The Fields narrowed it down nicely and gave great advice on what to buy, what NOT to  waste your money on, and how and where to get the products, including mail  order and internet shopping.  It's a book not to live without out,  especially if it's your first child!!!!
4225206
I got this book as a gift when our first daughter was born. With all the thick books we'd already gotten (e.g. the "What to expect" books) this more concise book was a refreshing change - in fact I read it through in my first sitting! Full of great tips, I kept turning the pages until the end. This book is the perfect gift for new parents who would already have had their fill of the encyclopedic volumes that their own parents would have given them. This is now my standard gift to our friends who are new parents who would have all the swaddles, socks, sheets, etc they would ever need off their baby registers.
1987257
I recommend this book to anyone who has just given birth. This book is loaded with information on how your body and mind react after giving birth and what to expect. I highly recommend, a must read!!!
1195265
I love this book ...i think all parents new or not to parenting ...need to remember your the foundation to your child's life and this book helps you remember and think of the little things so many of us seem to forget...life is too short and we are all our kids have ..so we all need to become a better parent and this book helps with that if you have. 1 child or 10 they all deserve a responsible parent and to be happy..I think this book would be great shower gift to new moms and dads who need help to guide them on there way to be good parents!!! and those who have kids its a great reminder not to forget the small thing..
be there for your children!!!!
I want to thank the Author Geralyn StJoseph for the great reminder we all could use to help us become stronger and better parents for our kids!!!!!
4424733
What a great DVD! It is a must have for any new parent. It was so beneficial to have a visual guide for the 5 calming techniques.  It has really made our lives easier and reduced the stress of having a newborn. Our baby sleeps more soundly and is very happy and content. As a bonus, there are also calming sounds on the DVD which soothe the baby. You will not be disappointed!!!
566917
This is a health guide that I wish had been available when I was a new mom. It is chock full of great information that every mother wants and needs, but has no idea where to find it. Most of us just blindly grope our way through years of crying babies, frustrated siblings, extreme demands on our time, while fighting hormonal changes in our bodies.

I really liked the invaluable "coping tips" that the author laid out for moms of newborns and toddlers. There are so many changes going on when a newborn comes home from the hospital and everyone is involved; from the new mom and dad to the baby's siblings. I also loved the "bright ideas" given throughout the book. One idea I wished I had thought of myself was to buy a present for your toddler--from the baby--to be given to the toddler when the baby arrives. Ingenius!

The author also suggests sitting down for an hour and coming up with some practical ways that people could help you. They want to help, so why not give them some things to do that will truly help? Finally, be good to yourself, don't compare yourself to other moms, and remember what it was like the first 3 months after your first baby. There is a period of adjustment, but you will all get through it. Keeping this guide by your bedside will make the transition that much smoother.
2695213
This is a must for all 1st time parents. I have bought a copy for every friend having their first child (in the 30's I think) and every couple has appreciated it's thoroughness, organization for quick reference, and up to date recommendations.
1010507
I am about to be a "First Time Mom" and after reading this book I am so relieved!  Worries about being a new mom have been addressed in this great book. Most of the books that I have been reading prepare you for each week of pregnancy and how our body changes, this book told me what to expect AFTER you get the baby home.  It is so easy to follow and I enjoyed how the author did a summary of items at the end of each chapter.  The "Book of Lists" is an excellent tool for registering as well as preparation by week during your pregnancy.
4135879
I'm a first-time parent and this book was a lifesaver.  It helped me wade through the myriad of products on the market and develop checklists for things I needed.  Not only was it great for helping save money, but also gave practical ratings on many baby items (cribs, strollers, car seats, etc.) to help me make intelligent and informed choices.  Great reference for websites and manufacturer numbers/addresses, etc. I could NOT have survived all my baby purchasing without this book.  I wholeheartedly recommend it for any parent-to-be!!
4463012
I am a first time mother of a beautiful baby boy.  I was very surprised to learn that parenting a new baby was so difficult.  Once you go home from the hospital with that new precious life, that is it.  You are all on your own.  You have a choice to make as a new mother.  Do I just wing it, and do what feels natural?  Or do I do some research and educate myself so that I can be a better parent?  I chose the latter.  On Becoming Baby Wise was the best book I have ever read.  It gave me confidence as a parent, and my son has been sleeping through the night since he was 6 weeks old.  He is now 1, and very happy and healthy.  Everyone coments on how lucky I am to have such a happy baby.  What they don't know is that luck has nothing to do with it!  I highly recommend this book.
2786311
Was recommended this by a friend who was also a new first time parent. I Love Amazon reviews and almost live by them in finding the right product. This actually incorporates safety and value into the equation of many staple products of parents. We were able to narrow our search on Cribs, Strollers, Diapers, etc with very well explained rationale for a graded rating based on the value, quality, portability, efficacy and safety. Being a new parent I have been drowning in baby books, but this is the one I've found the most helpful and easy to read. Its not a cover to cover read, but has excellent tables and I work my way back from there in reading more descriptive information. The world of baby products is overwhelming as a new parent and there are thousands of products to choose from. Instead of researching each one individually, this gives you one easy resource to come back to and figure out what you need. No wonder it was an Oprah book!
P.S. got some jokes from my brother about the title of the book, maybe could be different and not make me look like a cheap b****** when I'm carrying it around the store
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I am a pediatric health care provider, and this is the book that I hand out to all of my new parents at their first newborn visit. I find that parents really like the format of this book because it is in a simple question and answer format which is easy to read (especially when you need quick answers and have a screaming baby). This book is very helpful when you have a new baby and just want a simple answer without having to read through an entire chapter of a book. I find that the authors keep the book updated with each new edition (I read each new edition before handing them out to my patients). The advice is also very practical, it is advice that new parents can actually use on a day to day basis. Parents have also told me that this book is helpful in determining if their sick child needs to be brought to care urgently. I also really like that this book is written by an actual health care provider who has experience caring for children. Some of the other parenting books are written by stars or people in other fields and they may have questionable credibility/experience. If you are a soon to be parent who is only going to buy one baby/parenting book, this one is it!! I have recommended this to all of my family and friends as well as my patients.
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This was like my Bible for the first year of my baby's life. I didn't read it cover to cover but rather as my baby reached each stage of development. I followed all the advice and tips and it made being a 1st time mom a breeze! No anxiety of not knowing what to do and when, no info overload from friends and family! All I needed was my Baby Sense Book! I recommend it to everyone I know having a baby and it makes an excellent babyshower gift! A must have!!!!