Me and my hubby are due our first baby in April and we are both pretty clueless about babies, so I am after a book that gives the basics about looking after a baby.
Thanks
2007-01-07 20:54:21 · 17 answers · asked by Ricecakes 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Btw - I am not after a book about pregnancy, as I have lots of those. Just a book about what comes after the birth!
2007-01-07 20:59:30 · update #1
"Baby Love" by Robin Barker. I have a 3 month old and I refer to this book almost daily. So much info. If you can think of any question it will have an answer. I keep recommending it to all my pregnant friends.
2007-01-07 21:07:07 · answer #1 · answered by mumoflexie04 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What to expect in the first year is a definite - my 1st point of reference.
The Baby Whisperer solves all your problems by the late Tracy Hogg is excellent too. She has some good advice which isn't regimented like another baby guide book writer, who incidentally has no children of her own.
Also check out some websites:
www.babycentre.co.uk
www.mumsnet.com
Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy
V and Emily aged 5 1/2 mths
2007-01-08 00:43:13 · answer #2 · answered by vrbitta 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The baby whisperer by Tracey Hogg.
She was a Pediatrican nurse.
I am expecting my first baby in May and am clueless about how to even pick a baby up.
This book is very easy to read and not complicated and funny in parts, but at the end of the day it is common sense in her books.
It even gives you a guide how,when to feed.
She had a program on Discovery home and health and was very good.
The main thing is not to panic. Good luck...
2007-01-07 21:18:05 · answer #3 · answered by Bastet 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
William and Martha Sears have several great books; 'The Baby Book' I think deals with the baby basics. Also, ask at the hospital/Birthing center where you are delivering what kind of classes they have for expectant mothers. These classes are typically covered by your insurance.
2007-01-08 00:19:50 · answer #4 · answered by motherhendoulas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can read as many books as you like but in the end it all comes naturally and you learn as you go along. Each baby is different and it's often a case of trial and error to get it right for your own baby but you will be amazed how easy it all seems once baby is here. Congratulations.
2007-01-07 21:03:13 · answer #5 · answered by Rachel H 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I know a fantastic book that was recommended to me & that i bought & read with every baby. I can't find it now but it is called BABY LOVE. It is an Australian book & written by an Australian midwife. Her name is Robyn Barker. Unless you are in Australia it's probably not much help to you. It is a very well known book here so shouldn't be to hard to find in Australian book shops. Good luck.
2007-01-07 21:27:42 · answer #6 · answered by Mishell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
'Having a Baby is a Scream' by Joan Rivers. OK maybe not so hot on the actual practical advice but does give you some perspective and takes the scariness out of it. Gave it to my wife after the birth of our first, she said that she nearly burst her stitches laughing - certainly stopped any 'post-baby blues'
2007-01-07 21:01:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not a book but a DVD,
Dr Miriam Stoppard's having a baby.
the 1st DVD is abt while ur pregnant and the 2nd is what to expect in the first few weeks, where to get help if u need it and tips on bonding if ur havin a hard time with it. i must hav watched it 80 times already and every time i watch i learn summat new!
good luck and congrats on the baby
2007-01-07 22:57:51 · answer #8 · answered by evilbunnyhahaha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try this:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Secrets-Baby-Whisperer-Connect-Communicate/dp/0091857023/sr=1-1/qid=1168251065/ref=sr_1_1/203-5290706-4566307?ie=UTF8&s=books
Secrets of the Baby Whisperer by Tracy Hogg.
I also liked the Gina Ford Contended Little Baby book about routines but thats probably a topic for another question.....
My advice is go to the library and see what selection they have and dip into a few and see how you find the info.
2007-01-07 21:13:39 · answer #9 · answered by catrina 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Anything but the contented baby book which is awful. The NCT has several publications which hit the spot and the website is useful too
2007-01-07 20:57:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋