The Parent Soup A-To-Z Guide to Your New Baby: Advice That Works from Parent's Who've Been There - From Anger to Pacifiers to Weaning [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by Kate Hanley (Author), Alan Greene (Author), Nancy Evans (Author)

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Product Description
Bring a new baby home from the hospital, and your life will never be the same. You've probably never felt so exhilarated (and exhausted), so fulfilled (and confused), or so in love (and anxiety-ridden). Each day brings a new range of emotions and a whole slew of new questions. Luckily, Parent Soup--the number one online destination for parents--has answers. Best of all, these answers come from people who've been there and who know what it's like to be you-other parents. Collected here in an easy-to-use format is the best of this advice on a wide range of topics, such as:

• Soothing a crying baby You'll be able to add new tools to your parenting arsenal and learn why crying spells are good for your baby (and yes, even you).
• Sex--Yes, you will have it again See how other new parents have overcome their sagging sex drives and found the time and energy to reheat their love lives.
• The 10 best ways to get a baby to sleep Give your baby (and yourself) some much-needed rest with these parent-tested techniques.
• Getting back in shape Find out how other moms have lost their post-baby weight and, more important, have grown to appreciate their bodies, no matter what their measurements are.

Product Details

• Paperback: 278 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies; illustrated edition edition (August 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0809229609
• ISBN-13: 978-0809229604
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,800,902 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars SOUPer! A book filled with great advice and helpful hints., November 17, 1998

By A Customer

I've read tons of parenting books and my selection ranges from books by the Sears to books by Brazelton and everything in between. But, "The Parent Soup A-to-Z Guide to Your New Baby" has found a special place--not on my bookshelf, but on my bedside table. The first thing I love about this book is the simplicity. It is easy to read, easy on the eyes, and I can find what I'm looking for simply by flipping through the pages. I use it more than any other book I have because it is so easy to use. I love the fact that it's in alphabetical order, with keywords at the top. What could be easier? Just today, I wanted information on immunizations. It only took a few seconds to find what I was looking for. I also like reading what other parents have to say. I've never come across another parenting book that actually relies on parents and practical experience rather than experts. Dr. Greene's insights are great and very well-written, but they support what parents have to say, rather than the other way around, which is very unique. I think all parents want to know what works for others in their same position, which is why I think new parents will be drawn to this book as much as I am. (It will be the gift I give at all future baby showers!) My husband says that he knows when I don't like a book because it looks brand-new. This poor book looks like it's a hundred years old. Pages are marked, folded down, highlighted, and starred. I'm especially fond of the practical tips, such as the recipe for diaper wipes, and the recipe for sugar-free graham crackers (those come out great, by the way! I didn't even miss the sugar.) I think the "Parent Soup A-to-Z Guide to Your New Baby" is very clear and nicely organized, and as the mother of a 9 week old baby, I use it constantly. That's the best compliment I could give any book.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The pages will be worn on this one!, November 21, 1998

By A Customer

This book has become my parenting bible that I will turn to again and again, it will also become the shower gift for expecting friends. With it's real life advice to real concerns and questions, it covers all the bases for being a parent in an easy to read layout. Not only is there baby tips, but there is also advice for the parents as well. Diapers, teething, sex after having the baby, going back to work, child care, pacifiers, circumcisions, getting back in shape, resouce lists for groups such as Moms Clubs, LLL, Fathers groups, Insurance, Special Needs children, etc. There is a wealth of input on each subject so that you can tailor what works best for you, your child and your families unique style. Inserted throughout the book there are insights from a Pediatrician, Dr. Alan Greene. And as an added bonus, I love the side notes in the margins that include parent poll results, trivia, recipes and extra tips that you can only get from parents that have been there and done that. All of this advice compiled directly from all parents that have joined Parent Soups online site; my new parenthood "oasis". Bottom line, it is real tips from real parents on all of the issues we face as new parents today. I know I will be looking forward to the next book about toddlers.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is WONDERFUL!!!, June 27, 1999

By A Customer

I just got this book today and I LOVE it! I have already read half of it and can't wait to read more. I am an expecting parent and I am finding very helpful information for questions that I already have. The topics of crying, bottle feeding/breast feeding, pacifiers,bathing hints, introducing solid foods, etc...have already been helpful. I am reading cover to cover now, but I am sure it will become a frequent reference once the baby is born...and the topics are EASILY found. (topics are A - Z and in bold across top of page and many topics are cross referenced to help you find what you are looking for more easily). I highly recommend to any new or expecting parents who want really helpful advice from other parents who have been there. It is scary enough to embark on the journey of parenthood, but with sound advice to support you it doesn't seem as scary. Thanks Parent Soup!!!