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The first year is an exciting period of enormous change for your baby and a life-changing experience for new parents too. Produced in association with Practical Parenting magazine, this authoritative guide tells you what developments to expect month-by-month. Practical guidance, with step-by-step photography, shows you how to care for your new baby, taking you through all the basics, from handling and dressing to bathing and breastfeeding. The book includes helpful questions and answers and the reassuring real-life experiences of Practical Parenting readers. Now updated and including a new chapter providing practical help on how to manage difficult behaviour, Your Baby's First Year provides expert guidance for you to relish the joys of parenthood.
Contents
Introduction your new baby. Meeting your baby; First checks and tests; How you may feel and recovering from the birth; Adapting to life with your new arrival; Essential and non-essential equipment; If your baby is premature; Twins; Special needs; Adopting a baby; Siblings. you and your baby. month by month. Your baby's month-by-month progress; Summary of development at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months; Bonding with your baby; Recovering from the birth; Establishing a routine; Relationships; Rest and relaxation; Getting back in shape; Finding childcare; Grandparents; Dealing with stress; Returning to work; Babysitters; Time management. handling your baby. Swaddling; Holding your baby; Nappies and changing; Topping and tailing; Bathing and washing hair; Looking after first teeth; Skin care and cutting nails; Dressing your baby; Baby massage. sleeping arrangements. When and where to sleep; Bed-time routines; Changing sleep patterns; Dealing with disruptions; Daytime naps. feeding. Breastfeeding; Bottle feeding; Weaning; Appetite and food fads; Adapting family food; Letting your baby feed himself. health. Protecting your baby; Safeguarding the home and garden; Hygiene; Travelling with your baby; Car safety; Pets; Growth patterns; Health checks; Common ailments and when to call the doctor; Caring for a sick baby. learning. Nature and nurture; Social, emotional and intellectual development; Listening and speaking; Learning through play; Choosing toys; Exploring; First friends and meeting other people. Managing Difficult Behaviour Including dealing with fussy babies, responding to crying, coping with frustration and confrontation and how to deal with clinginess
