Your Baby's First Year For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback))

Book Description

Everything parents need to give their babies the best start
Each year, more than 4 million babies are born in the United States-and the first year of a baby's life is a joyous, challenging, and sometimes overwhelming time. Your Baby's First Year For Dummies serves as a complete guide for baby's first twelve months-from what to do when arriving home from the hospital to handling feeding, bathing, and sleeping routines to providing the right stimuli for optimal progress. Packed with tips on every aspect of baby's physical, emotional, and social development, this friendly guide gives parents advice on such important topics as breastfeeding vs. bottle-feeding, teething, baby toy safety, food preparation, food allergies, traveling, and much more.

Customer Reviews:

Great book--until the baby comes.......2007-08-07

I also bought this book while I was pregnant. While the information on when to call the doctor, how to diaper, bathe, feed, etc., was useful, once my baby was born, I found some of the advice unrealistic. The advice on "sleep training," for instance, struck me as inhumane. Also, the emphasis on milestones can cause one to forget to enjoy their child as they are. After my daughter was born, I hardly used it at all.

Very informative.......2006-06-02

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.

So informative..........2005-08-25

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.

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Was disappointed by this book...
I'm not that dumb.
So simple.
Common sense approach to pregnancy
not worth buying if you want to know all your birth options

Pregnancy for Dummies
Joanne, M.D. Stone , Keith, M.D. Eddleman , and Mary Duenwald
Manufacturer: For Dummies
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This book's title sure sounds a little scary, but as its often-hilarious testimonials from first-time parents show, expectant parents frequently feel really stupid. Like the vast majority of For Dummies books, this one is supremely organized and indexed to help you find the answer to most any question, especially the embarrassing ones you may be reluctant to ask your doctor ("Is it okay to have sex in the last trimester?" "How long does it take the ugly conehead effect to go away after birth?") and the more serious ones ("Can I breast-feed while I'm on the Pill?").

Unlike many pregnancy books, this one has plenty of helpful information for the mother's partner, including ways to deal with vicious mood swings, helpful tips for preparing for childbirth class, and seven tricks for easing her labor pain--even if she's threatening that you'll never have sex again. Besides chapter after chapter of information about pregnancy's physical aspects and how to stay comfortable during the next 40 weeks, there's also plenty of advice on emotional issues--from learning how to say "hands off!" to the pesky people who want to rub your belly to coping with postpartum blues. Some readers may be offended by the book's slightly warped sense of humor (example: "breast engorgement really sucks"), but the authors never treat serious topics in an off-base way. The book's definitely geared toward first-time parents, but for moms and dads confused by the many new medical tests and modern options (such as the doula [pregnancy coach] dilemma or decision to freeze the baby's umbilical cord or not), there's a fine education to be had between this book's covers.

Book Description

Congratulations! If you’re already pregnant, you’re about to embark upon one of the most exciting adventures of your life. The next year or so is going to be filled with tremendous changes and – hopefully – unbelievable happiness. If you’re thinking about getting pregnant, you’re probably excited at the prospect and a little nervous at the same time.

Pregnancy For Dummies, 2nd Edition, gives you the information you’re looking for if you are considering pregnancy, planning to have a baby, or already pregnant. This guide is also for you if

You are the partner of the mother-to-be.
You know and love someone who is or plans to be pregnant.
You want to find out more about pregnancy but have no interest in becoming an expert on the topic.

Is it okay to dye your hair when you are pregnant? How about eating sushi? Pregnancy should be a joy, not a worry. Pregnancy For Dummies, 2nd Edition, addresses commonly asked questions; clears up myths; and offers solid advice from real, medically based data. Take a look at just some of the reassuring and up-to-date information that can help you through your pregnancy:

Advice on nutrition and staying fit and active during your pregnancy
A trimester-by-trimester look at your baby's development. Find out what's normal – and what's not.
New findings about the treatment of preterm labor and Down syndrome screening; available options for detecting various problems
Discussions on Botox and smallpox
What to expect during labor and delivery
Recovering at home; postpartum depression
The latest news on prenatal testing, premature and multiple births, anesthesia and cesarean deliveries
Feeding the baby (breast or not?)
When the unexpected happens: Recurrent miscarriages, late-pregnancy loss, fetal abnormalities

Authors Joanne Stone, M.D., and Keith Eddleman, M.D., are practicing obstetricians who are also board certified in the sub-specialty of maternal-fetal medicine (high-risk pregnancies). They also teach residents, medical students, and other doctors about pregnancy and prenatal care. Author Mary Murray is a writer and editor who specializes in medicine and science journalism. She is also the mother of twins.

Customer Reviews:

Was disappointed by this book..........2007-01-27

I found out I was pg in November, and since I had given away all of my pg books I was looking to get one for reference, even though I am a mom of three. I swear by "The Complete Idiots Guide to Pregnancy", but after reading the reviews of this book I went ahead and ordered it. I was so disappointed by this book.

The Complete Idiot's Guide...breaks down your pregnancy not only by trimester, but also by week, which I found very helpful in my previous pregnancies. PREGNANCY FOR DUMMIES does not do that; it simply breaks down your pregnancy by trimester. Personally, I like the little weekly milestones, and I didn't have that with PFD.

Overall, it is an informative book. There is great information to be found, however, it's not as detailed as I'd hoped. I also miscarried my pregnancy, so if I should ever become pg again this isn't a book that I'll use for reference. I'll either get my usual Complete Idiot's Guide or look for something else. But since I was looking to change things up a bit, I was not happy with the selection of this book and won't use it again. I wouldn't put it on my top five, either, if someone asked me for a book recommendation...

But that's just my opinion ;)

I'm not that dumb........2007-01-10

It may be titled "Pregnancy for Dummies", but even though I've never been pregnant before... it turns out I'm not THIS dumb. Unless you've been completely under a rock your whole life, you already know more than this book can teach you. Skip it and buy something else.

So simple........2006-02-25

This is my first time being pregnant and i didn't want to be overloaded with useless information.
This book is to the point and easy to understand.
My husband is also reading it and he enjoys the info he is getting out of it.
Good work!

Common sense approach to pregnancy.......2005-12-23

I'm 36, overweight, hypertensive, and having my first baby. I wish Pregnancy for Dummies had been the first pregnancy book I had purchased. I purchased three others before I finally got this - in my third trimester - after I rented the DVDs. This book is very straightforward and has sense of humor. I took a childbirth class chock full of info on natural childbirth, breathing, relaxing, etc. This book was a great companion to the class - a basic primer. If you need additional information, go ahead and buy a couple more books (25 is probably overkill, though. It's a baby, not a thesis).
Two of the books I purchased prior -- What to Expect When You're Expecting and the Mother of All Pregnancy Books were loaded with every horrible thing that can happen at every stage of pregnancy. Loads more information on genetic problems than you need in a normal pregnancy. Heaven forbid if you eat a Twinkie at 22 weeks!! I thought they were both alarmist. My AFP test said I had a higher chance for Down's Syndrome. I went to my amniocentesis test convinced that even if the baby tested fine that the amnio itself would cause me to miscarry. Long story short - the baby is fine and the amnio wasn't a big deal (just don't look at the needle!).
I think today that most women understand they need to stop drinking and smoking, take prenatal vitamins, eat some vegetables, and see an OB. If they don't know already, then I can't imagine they'd be buying any pregnancy books anyway.

not worth buying if you want to know all your birth options.......2005-05-04

Since I am a nurse and doula amongst other titles, I figured I would see what this book is all about and I must say that I was very disappointed in it, including the tv program that was based on this book. This book reminded me of going to a hospital-based childbirth education class, where it only gives you one side of birth- the medicalinized way or no way at all, with intervention after intervention. It did not describe at all any of the pain management techniques other than medications, nor did it describe or mention homebirth or birth center options, or even doula support. If you want to know all the current info out there, this book is definately not the one to get.

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Shallow and Incomplete
Great for new moms
Everything You Need to Know...
Breastfeeding for Dummies

Breastfeeding for Dummies
Sharon, RN Perkins , and Carol, RN Vannais
Manufacturer: For Dummies
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Book Description

Gain confidence and enjoy breastfeeding

Get physically and mentally ready to breastfeed your baby

This easy-to-follow guide, written by two maternal/ child health experts, provides practical, reassuring advice on everything from making preparations at home and starting to breastfeed at the hospital to breastfeeding while working and weaning.

The Dummies Way

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Tear-out cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

Tell if your baby is getting enough milk
Care for your breasts and nipples
Solve breastfeeding problems
Nurse two children at a time
Breastfeed outside the home

Customer Reviews:

Shallow and Incomplete.......2005-09-07

I disagree with the reviewers that say the coverage is encyclopedic. On the contrary, every time I try to look up something in the book, I come away disappointed. Flat nipples, plugged milk ducts, mastitis, blisters on nipples -- either I can find nothing on the subject or at most a paragraph that isn't helpful. I generally like Dummies books, but this is the worst one I've ever seen.

Great for new moms.......2004-08-19

A very informative and comprehensive read, especially for new moms. I specifically like the encyclopedic nature of the book...easy to look up various topics of interest and/or concern. But I also liked the personal feel the authors gave to it...short anecdotes, personal opinions, etc. The book is encoraging without being pushy. It helped this new mom figure out nursing very quickly.

Everything You Need to Know..........2004-06-12

This book is packed full of everything you need to know about breastfeeding. Even better, the information is easy to find, which as any new mom will tell you, is essential those first hectic weeks and throughout a baby's infancy. Before giving the book to a friend who's expecting, I wanted to make sure it would stand up to any question she would have and any situation she might encounter. So I thought back to my own experiences, first with my daughter, then with my twin boys. Every doubt I had, every challenge I faced, I found easily in the index, the nicely outlined contents, or by flipping through the pages. The fact that this book is written by practicing RNs who have been in maternity for a number of years should be a great comfort to any breastfeeding mom. I especially like the sidebars in the grey boxes, many of them with personal tidbits from the co-authors' own breastfeeding experiences. Reading them, I found myself remembering the joys and challenges of nursing my babies. I wish this book had been available to me. I will happily pass it along to my friend and recommend it to other moms.

Breastfeeding for Dummies.......2004-04-12

Excellent book. Would recommend for any women not decided on breastfeeding. This book simplifies and natural process that should be considered by every pregnancy women. Breastfeeding for the long or short term is eloquently described in this book

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Thanks for my gorgeous baby.
A Very Good IVF Resource
More of the same....
My new fertility dictionary!
A must have for anyone TTC

Fertility for Dummies
Jackie Meyers-Thompson , and Sharon Perkins
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Birds do it, bees do it, even educated fleas do it. People do it too—have babies, that is—but sometimes they need a little help getting there. Often the problem is simple and can be handled without medical intervention. Unfortunately, in many cases it’s more complicated and can lead to a long, costly, and emotionally trying treatment process. Each year, more than 6 million people become fertility patients in the United States, alone. And they’re just the ones who can afford treatments which can cost as much as $20,000—with no guarantee of success.

Ready for a baby but having a hard time conceiving? In this friendly guide, fertility patient, Jackie Meyers-Thompson and fertility expert Sharon Perkins use humor, heartache, and the real-life experiences of actual patients to cover the complete fertility story. In jargon-free language, they clue you in on the essentials of human reproduction and what can impede it. And they tell you what you need to know to:

Take control of your fertility
Optimize you chances of conceiving
Know why you’re not conceiving
Understand your treatment options
Find the right doctor and work with him or her
Navigate the confusing world of fertility treatments

From basic life-style changes to in vitro fertilization, Fertility For Dummies covers all the basic and high-tech fertility choices available. You’ll discover what you need to know about:

The female anatomy, the logistics of getting pregnant, and behaviors you should or shouldn’t change before trying to conceive
Fine-tuning conception efforts using methods to predict ovulation, best sexual behaviors, diet, vitamins and supplements, and more
Tests for diagnosing fertility problems and understanding the effects of various diseases on fertility
Choosing a specialist and choosing a treatment, including intrauterine insemination and fertility injections
In vitro fertilization, what to expect physically, emotionally, and financially
Third-party reproduction—working with sperm donors, egg donors, embryo adoption, and surrogates

Relax, discover your fertility options, and let Fertility For Dummies be your guide to having a baby.

Customer Reviews:

Thanks for my gorgeous baby........2005-10-31

The book covers fertility options in great depth and if it only suits dummies I am not sure what that says about the many experts out there who couldn't seem to solve my problem. It gave me questions and answers that the experts couldn't and after 8 years trying and many $ spent and with my biological clock about to expire - this gave me what I needed to ask the right questions, get the right tests and surgery done, and finally fall pregnant ! You've nothing to lose by reading it and checking if there is anything you might have missed elsewhere.

A Very Good IVF Resource.......2005-02-15

My Husband & I were getting ready to be thrown into the IVF arena. I had been looking for a resource book to help us through this daunting process but just couldn't find the right one. I went to the book store every weekend and kept picking up the same old ones trying to convince myself that "it would do" but the information just didn't seem to go into depth on the massive (expensive) subject I needed them too. Then came cycle day 1 and I called my doctor only to find out the IVF lab was closing in the next 2 months due to construction at the hospital where it is housed - we got thrown into IVF much quicker than anticipated. We went into the doctors office and got the specs on our individualized plan and the injection lessons but still came out feeling completely overwhelmed. I went back to the bookstore to pick up one of the other books I had been looking at just to calm down a little bit when I found this one. I have found it to be a very good resource if you are getting ready to go through IVF. I felt a lot more informed about the process which helped my anxiety to subside and believe me, going into this more worked up than you have to be is not a good idea :) The authors did a great job explaining the IVF process. The only areas I wish they had gone into more detail is on injectibles and labwork. They do touch on these subjects, I just wish they had gone into even more detail. But overall a very good resouce for IVF. Thank you ladies from a grateful (hopefully successful) IVF patient.

More of the same...........2004-04-12

If you have read any other books on infertility, don't bother with this one. It truly is for dummies, in that there is really no helpful new approach or information. It is more of a reproductive dictionary.

My new fertility dictionary!.......2003-06-16

This is my new fertility dictionary! I can look up all the technical stuff that I need to know while trying to conceive (ttc). It has given me a 'game plan' for what I need to do next. I have used this book to figure out the RIGHT questions before my doctor's visits and understand all that he said afterwards. I also really appreciate the personal stories. I have gotten down and out (even though I've only been trying to have a baby for six months) and worried about what it will take to get pregnant and hearing about other people the same as me has been kind of comforting. I have read some of the stories and suggestions about relationships to my husband as well. He and I have been at each other's throats during this process and at least it has given us some things to laugh about as well.

More so than any fertility book I have read so far, this book combines all the technical information with the emotional side as well.

A must have for anyone TTC.......2003-05-24

Having just hit the 2 year mark in trying to conceive this book is long overdue. One of the authors is an IVF nurse and the other is a 3 year infertility success story. They cover everything from starting out naturally through the whole IVF experience. They captured so many of my feelings and experiences, from being the human pin-cushion with endless dr appts to dealing with those difficult baby showers. It also has a great Cheat Sheat that covers common terms used on all the fertility message boards, the 5 most important tests, and normal blood test results during a cycle. It is filled with personal stories and I came away from it knowing once again that I'm not alone. I'm thinking about getting it for all of my friends and family members who have shared my experience so they can have a better idea of what it is all about. My last two years encapsulated in a Dummies book. Thank you Jackie and Sharon for taking the time to write such a comprehensive and important book.

Postpartum Depression For Dummies (For Dummies (Psychology & Self Help))

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Comprehensive, wonderful book!
Nothing short of a miracle!
Andrea Schneider, LCSW
Fantastic! Perfect for New Moms!
A Great Voice

Postpartum Depression For Dummies (For Dummies (Psychology & Self Help))
Shoshana S. Bennett
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It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover.

Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process of determining what’s going on with you and give you a better idea of where you fall so that you can get yourself into proper treatment right away. The book covers all aspects of PPD, from its history and its origins to its effects on women and their families to the wide variety of treatments available—including conventional Western medicine, psychological therapy, alternative medical treatments, and self-care measures. Postpartum Depression For Dummies reveals:

Why some doctors may be hush-hush about PPD
How to distinguish between pregnancy hormone changes, "baby blues," and PPD
The difficulties of getting a proper diagnosis
The role and importance of a therapist
The benefits of medication for depression
Alternative treatments with a successful track record
How to find the right balance of psychological, medical, and alternative treatment
Ways you can help foster recovery
The nutrition you need to care for yourself properly
How to help your partner help you

Postpartum Depression For Dummies also provides the additional resources you need—web sites, organizations, and further reading—to help avoid the unnecessary suffering caused by undiagnosed and untreated PPD and survive and thrive as a new mom.

Customer Reviews:

Comprehensive, wonderful book!.......2007-10-10

I am very grateful to Dr. Bennett for writing such an easy-to-understand, comprehensive, and compassionate book about Postpartum Depression. I have struggled with PPD for 9 months before seeking treatment, not realizing that what I was experiencing was an illness. Dr. Bennett's book has shed light on many of my symptoms, as well as giving me some glimmer of hope that I may someday feel better. It is a saving grace with this illness not to feel so lonely and isolated, and Dr. Bennett's book provides a warm and helpful approach to overcoming the experience of PPD.

Nothing short of a miracle!.......2007-09-27

I appreciate this book in every aspect that it was written. I could not have found something more informational, inspirational and incredible. Dr. Shoshana, I applaud your determination to help women from everywhere learn more about PPD. The great thing is that you focus so much on what can be done to recover from this illness because you were there at one point in your life. Your book inspires the hope in me that one day I will be myself again.

For women out there who are facing this very illness that I am now recovering from, buy this book. You won't regret it, I promise!

Andrea Schneider, LCSW.......2007-06-13

Outstanding resource for moms with PPD...Dr. Bennett's book is a wealth of helpful information for women dealing with postpartum depression. I regularly refer my clients to this book to help them with their recovery. Women and their partners have access to validation, support, and facts to assist in their recovery and transition into parenthood.
Way to go, Dr. Shosh!
Andrea Schneider, LCSW
Licensed Therapist Specializing in Perinatal Mood Disorders
andrea@EmbraceMotherhood.com

Fantastic! Perfect for New Moms!.......2007-05-31

In my perspective, as both a 2-time PPD survivor and leader of a postpartum support network for the last 8 years, this book is a phenominal resource for mothers and families coping with the illness. Dr. Bennett's style is warm, comforting and enjoyable to read. The book's format is perfect for busy moms who can only steal a moment from time to time to read a few pages.

A Great Voice.......2007-05-02

I run a postpartum support group that helps moms dealing with PPD. This book has been a great help in giving moms in need the words and voice to get help. This book is easy to read written by a fantastic clinician that speaks directly to moms!!! This book is a must for anyone who works with mothers dealing with postpartum depression.

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Helpful
Awesome Resource
Accurate and accessible
An essential for any pregnant exerciser.
Fit pregnancy for Dummies

Fit Pregnancy for Dummies
Catherine, MS Cram , and Tere Stouffer Drenth
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Are you intrigued by the idea of working out during pregnancy, but think it can’t be safe? Are you unsure how the words fit and pregnancy actually make sense in the same sentence? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how you can be fit and pregnant, whether you’re new to exercise or have been working out for years, and whether you’re in your second week of pregnancy or your 32nd.

Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is for you if you’re pregnant, if you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, and You want to be as fit and healthy as you can be — whatever your current fitness level — without in any way jeopardizing your health or the health of your baby. This guide gives you the straight facts on:

Staying safe when you exercise
Developing a plan with your health provider
Choosing the right equipment
Modifying your routine for each trimester
Eating well for nine months and beyond

From yoga and swimming to weight training, aerobics, and much more, you’ll see how to get started with a fun, step-by-step fitness routine that will make your entire pregnancy easier to manage. Postpartum expert and prenatal fitness class instructor Catherine Cram and fitness expert Tere Stouffer Drenth give you the scoop on the activities that work best for pregnant women and how to set up a routine that works best for you. You’ll understand how a fit pregnancy helps you with delivery and postpartum shape-up. Plus, you get expert advice on activities to avoid, eating well, and staying motivated during and after your pregnancy, as well as:

Dressing comfortably for your workout
Warming up and stretching to increase flexibility and avoid injury
Modifying your exercise routine
Staying fit after giving birth
Finding the time for exercise and motherhood

Complete with special tips on exercising indoors, staying motivated, getting your family hooked on fitness, and helping your child grow up healthy and fit, Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is the key to exercising safely and staying fit throughout your pregnancy and beyond!

Customer Reviews:

Helpful.......2005-08-10

The book gave very good tips on where to find different activities to do while pregnant. It also includes help for those who haven't worked out before. Not as much help for someone who was very athletic prior to becoming pregnant. It is really for those who have no or limited knowledge of working out.

Awesome Resource.......2005-02-16

As a fitness enthusiast and mother of three, I loved the peace of mind I got from reading this book. I've been exercising all my life and didn't want to stop when I got pregnant. Cram and Drenth offer a no-nonsense approach to staying fit and healthy from the first trimester to the last. I highly recommend this book.

Anne Connor
Fitness writer and Editor of ANEW Magazine
Middleton, Wisconsin

Accurate and accessible.......2004-08-25

Finally...a fitness guide which accurately covers topics for those women anticipating pregnancy, or who are currently pregnant or post-partum. Too often, pregnancy guides tend towards a patronizing tone and as a physical therapist I find them hard to recommend. This thorough text encourages a woman to trust in herself while giving pointers for seeking professional guidance when necessary. The uplifting tone elevates women thereby encouraging them to begin or continue an active pregnancy both for the benefit of themselves and their babies.

An essential for any pregnant exerciser........2004-07-22

Even today many doctors are uneducated and uninformed about exercise and pregnancy. Fit Pregnancy for Dummies is an invaluable resource that can alleviate anxiety one might have about exercising during pregnancy. Expert Catherine Cram provides a wealth of information based on the latest research, numerous ideas and examples for, and motivation, for helping one make healthy decisions about exercising during pregnancy. As a fitness professional and a new mom I have a special appreciation for this work.

Ellen Karpay-Brody
Fitness Consultant and Author of The Everything Total Fitness Book

Fit pregnancy for Dummies.......2004-07-15

I really enjoyed this book!

It covers every area you could need to start an exercise program for yourself during your pregnancy. Whether you are just getting started or already have been exercising it covers a wide variety of information. The book does a very good job of motivating you to have an overall healthy lifestyle along with your pregnancy.

It is written in an easy to read format, even it you have limited time, with many helpful tips.

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If you could remember your own potty training, you’d probably recall a time filled with anxiety and glee, frustration and a sense of accomplishment, triumphal joy and shamed remorse. You’d remember wanting so much to make mommy and daddy happy, and at the same time to make them pay for being so darned unreasonable. And you’d recall feeling incredibly grown up once you got it right. Maybe if we could remember our own potty training, it wouldn’t be so tough when it came our turn to be the trainers. But as it is, most of us feel like we can use all the expert advice and guidance we can get.

Potty Training For Dummies is your total guide to the mother of all toddler challenges. Packed with painless solutions and lots of stress-reducing humor, it helps you help your little pooper make a smooth and trauma-free transition from diapers to potty. You’ll discover how to:

Read the signs that your tot is ready
Motivate your toddler to want to give up diapers
Kick off potty training on the right foot
Foster a team approach
Deal with setbacks and pee and poop pranks
Make potty training a loving game rather than a maddening ordeal

Mother and daughter team, Diane Stafford and Jennifer Shoquist, MD separate potty-training fact from fiction and tell you what to expect, what equipment you’ll need, and how to set the stage for the big event. They offer expert advice on how to:

Choose the right time
Use a doll to help model behavior
Say the right things the right way
Reinforce success with praise and rewards
Switch to training pants
Get support from relatives
Cope with special cases
Train kids with disabilities

And they offer this guarantee: “If your child is still in diapers when he makes the football team or gets her college degree, you can send him or her off to us for a weekend remedial course—and ask for a refund of the cost of this book.”

Customer Reviews:

good basic knowledge.......2007-05-02

Loaned this to a friend and have never seen it again! I liked it for the basic ideas. If nothing else, it confirmed that my thoughts were correct.

Great Book!.......2007-02-22

This is the 3rd book we've read on the subject, and this is my favorite. I really appreciated the examples of how to respond to my child so that she would be encouraged and not pressured. It also helped me be less frustrated by accidents. The positiveness and enthusiasm is working really well for my daughter. After 1 month of potty training with other books she still didn't tell me when she wanted me to take her to the potty. After 2 days of this book, she told me she wanted me to take her to the potty. Hurray!

Potty Training for the not so dumb.......2007-01-12

This book is great. My daughter trained her son in a week with the suggestions from this book.

I loved this book!.......2006-11-25

I have to disagree with the other reviews wholeheartedly. I bought this book in preparation for training my son. He's my second, so I did manage to train his sister "on my own," but she is a girl and he's a boy, and she's 5 1/2 years older, so it was a looong time ago. I have always dreaded potty training, but this book's "cheerleading" style has been so helpful and motivational. We are just at the beginning stages, but this is a great reference. The section on books, potty chairs and other helps is really great. This book is helpful to have on hand when your child is around 18 months so that you will be ready to start the preparation and pick up the cues, even though you will not likely start moving forward until the child is closer to 2 or 2 1/2.

Dummies is accurate.......2006-01-04

I couldn't get past the effort at clever jokes, witty remarks, and cute made-up phrases in this book on every single page. Tidbits of information clutter every page is a truly random fashion. Not only that, the real information is hidden somewhere in between. Also, is is really a topic that warrants such a thick and complicated book?

Baby Signing For Dummies (For Dummies (Language & Literature))

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Baby signing for dummies
Wish I had this book with my first child!
Great Resource especially for beginner Baby Signers
Very Helpful Book

Baby Signing For Dummies (For Dummies (Language & Literature))
Jennifer Watson
Manufacturer: For Dummies
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0471773867

Book Description

Have you thought about signing with your baby or toddler? Parents and caregivers are discovering the benefits of using American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate with children long before they can speak. Some studies show that signing babies talk sooner, have larger vocabularies, and have fewer tantrums!

Baby Signing For Dummies gives you the skills to connect in a meaningful way with your hearing baby or toddler. Packed with more than 150 illustrated signs, this friendly, easy-to-follow guide shows you how to use simple hand gestures and baby-specific signing techniques to start interacting with your baby. Every sign is accompanied by step-by-step directions and an illustration—from meeting and greeting, people, and mealtime signs to clothes, animals, outdoor signs, and, of course, bath time and bedtime. You’ll discover how to:

Introduce signs to your baby
Incorporate signing into daily life
Make everyday events easier with signs
Overcome stumbling blocks
Decrease fussing and crying through signing
Help your baby sign combinations of words
Keep your baby safe with signing
Get the whole family involved
Find outside help (Web sites, videos, and signing schools and courses)

Complete with illustrations of the entire ASL alphabet, signing dos and don’ts, and ten songs to sign along with, Baby Signing For Dummies is the key to enhancing communication with your child and increasing his/her intelligence in a simple, fun, and rewarding way!

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Baby signing for dummies.......2007-05-13

Great book, this has been very helpful communicating with our young grandchildren!!!

Wish I had this book with my first child!.......2007-02-05

This book is a great way to learn sign language and teach your babies/kids. My now 20 month old is able to tell me what she needs and there is much less frustration in the house than I had with my first child at this age. My 4 1/2 year old and my 20 month old can communicate with each other as well through signs. I love this book and it has started me on a path of learning/teaching more signs. You can't go wrong with it - even if you only use one sign from it (you don't have to remember them all to have your life easier by using signs).

Great Resource especially for beginner Baby Signers.......2007-01-10

If you've heard any of the buzz about teaching your baby to sign, but don't know or understand the importance...this book will tell you. It's informative and easy to read. You'll learn some basic and everyday useful signs to share with your baby. Signing is advantageous for all ages to learn. My almost 7 year old and 3 1/2 year old really enjoy learning new signs (now that I have a book) past the couple I taught them eons back and help with the 20 month old in her learning. Signing makes communicating so much easier too. Neither one of us is frustrated in knowing when she's done eating or wanting more. I can communicate across a noisy room without yelling. And to find out that it's only helping their brain power by learning to sign...what parent or caregiver wouldn't want that. This book helps make that possible in easy steps.

Very Helpful Book.......2007-01-10

This book is wonderful in learning how to sign with your baby. It is very easy to read and understand. I highly recommend this book to anyone learning to sign with their baby.

Infertility For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness))

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Infertility For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness))
Sharon, RN Perkins , and Jackie Meyers-Thompson
Manufacturer: For Dummies
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ASIN: 0470115181

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Are you having problems becoming pregnant? You’re not alone; over 7.2 million Americans are facing the same challenges of infertility. Though some non-experts say that it’s all a matter of relaxation or taking medication, you need clear, straightforward, and trustworthy answers from healthcare professionals without feeling insulted, humiliated, or scared.

Written with compassion as well as professional knowledge, Infertility for Dummies combines comfort and expertise to walk you through your journey to becoming pregnant. This plain-English guide explains how infertility affects both men and women, while covering the latest treatments. It covers all key areas, including:

Determining if you are infertile
Maintaining a healthy relationship with your partner
Making healthy pre-conception lifestyle changes
Understanding the male and female anatomy
Techniques for timing your conception
Different ways to diagnose infertility
Dealing with early pregnancy loss
Finding the right doctor
Different types of alternative insemination
New advances and concerns in infertility
Improving your chances of conceiving

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