What to Expect the First Year

By Heidi Murkoff, Arlene Eisenberg (Joint Author), Sandee Hathaway (Joint Author)

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Average Rating: (See all 3 reviews) Format: Paperback, 806 pages, 2nd Revised and Upd Edition Published In: United States, November 2003 Everything new parents need to know about the care (and feeding) of an infant, from the authors of What to Expect® When You're Expecting. Covers monthly growth and development, feeding for every age and stage, sleep strategies that really work. Filled with the most practical tips (how to give a bath, decode your baby's crying, what to buy for baby, and when to return to work) and the most up-to-date medical advice (the latest on vaccines, vitamins, illnesses, SIDS, safety, and more). Reassuring Answers to Hundreds of Questions: What's the best kind of car seat for my newborn? How do I know if my baby's getting enough to eat? How can I tell if my baby is really sick? When should I call the doctor? Should I sign my baby up for classes? Should I be worried that my baby isn't crawling yet? How do I cope with my colicky baby? The only book on infant care to address the physical as well as the emotional needs of the entire family. Publisher: Workman Publishing ISBN: 0761129588 EAN: 9780761129585 Dimensions: 22.66 x 15.54 x 4.24 centimetres (1.07 kg)

I was given this book and think it is great. It goes through month by month what to expect from your child. It is really easy to dip into if you are worried about something - or if you have 30 minutes to sit down and read the relevant chapter. It is reasuring, and comforting to know that every child goes through what your child is going through - and that it is perfectly normal.

I bought this book because I loved "what to expect when you're expecting", and I was not disappointed. Pregnant women usually read so much about pregnancy and labour to be as prepared as possible, that it is great to then have a reference to turn to once that little baby is home from the hospital! This book is concise, clear and aleviated many concerns I had (both large and small) as a first-time mum. I found myself referring back to it again and again as the year went on. A great resource to have on the bookshelf.

I found this book to be an invaluable resource. There are some many little things and questions you encounter with your first child, and this book had the answers. It was helpful to follow along month by month and see what things your baby might be able to achieve soon, if not already. I really recommend this book to first time parents.