Some things about babies, happily, will never change. They still arrive warm, cuddly, soft, and smelling impossibly sweet. But how moms and dads care for their brand new bundles of baby joy has changed—and now, so has the world’s best-selling, best-loved guide to the instructions babies don’t come with…but totally should. In audio, and only on Audible, for the first time ever, What to Expect in the First Year is brought to life by the engaging, comforting narration of author Heidi Murkoff. Accompanied by a full cast of audio talent, Heidi enlivens the empathetic, reality-based advice, practical tips, and reassuring support that makes First Year the definitive, must-have baby bible. Best of all, she’s there for you anywhere, anytime—talking you (and cheering you on) through those long nights and sometimes longer days, through crying jags, gas, and blowout diapers, nap strikes, breastfeeding struggles, stuffy noses, teething, and so much more.

Follow along month-by-month as this completely updated third edition of What to Expect follows your baby’s amazing first year of growth and development—allowing you to take this exciting but potentially overwhelming first year one (baby) step at a time. It’s all here, with all your questions answered and all your worries put to bed (along with all those worries about safe baby sleep)—everything you need to know about the care (and feeding) of your infant. Crib and car seat and home safety, feeding options (from all breast to all pumped to all formula, to “the combo”), when to start solids (and how), sleep strategies that work, why skin-to-skin is in for moms and dads, how to play with and stimulate your little one from newborn to almost-toddler (hint: it’s easier than you’d think).

Heard about baby-led weaning, baby-wearing, baby massage, and baby signs? You’ll hear about them here. Also included: a complete guide to breastfeeding (how to get started and keep it going, even if you’re going back to work), a brand new chapter on buying for baby, helping you navigate through today’s dizzying selection of nursery items and baby gear, and all-green parenting. The latest recommendations on screen time for babies (and parents), vaccines, vitamins, preventing allergies (surprise—bring on the peanuts for your little peanut!) and so much more. Easy-to-access information on when to call the pediatrician, what to do in an emergency or when baby’s sick, and how to keep baby safe and healthy. With topics organized more intuitively than ever—and with advice from Heidi just a quick search away whenever you need it —this is a must-have guide for new parents.

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Listening Length	36 hours and 47 minutes
Author	Heidi Murkoff
Narrator	Heidi Murkoff, Meeghan Holaway, Emma Bing, James Patrick Cronin, Khristine Hvam, Vanessa Johansson, Inés del Castillo, Almarie Guerra, Tanis Parenteau, Mat Vairo, Jasmin Walker, Sofia Willingham
Audible.com Release Date	May 07, 2019
Publisher	Audible Studios
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B07P5H1QHS
Best Sellers Rank	#2,987 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #5 in Men's Health (Books) #9 in Parenting Infants & Toddlers #24 in Parenting & Family Reference

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Th3MadScientist

Contradictory, too wordy, and lots of fluff.

Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019

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This book can be half the length if the author focused on quality over quantity. A lot of the writing is fluff and pointless wordiness just to fill the pages and increase page count. You need to wade through the pointless lists, one sided questions, and the fluff to get to the actual point. Some of the advice is just plain ridiculous, such as listing going to the store to pick up diapers as a con when compared to cloth diapers. A lot of the advice is also contradictory which points to lack of research. For instance, the author mentions that few studies have been done looking at the safety of taking herbs but then a few paragraphs later rattles of a list of herbal teas to drink. She also mentions to avoid added chemicals in your diet, but a few paragraphs later rattles of another wordy list of artificial sweeteners which themselves are man made chemicals. All that is just in the first three chapters.

You are much better off buying a book written by an actual MD which will most likely be to the point and not full of contradictions.

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Penelope

Awful Quality!

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2019

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This ia unbelievable! Look at the pictures. The pages are not only uneven, but the pages are cut off at the bottom! This is a complete knock off and poor quality knock off at that!

47 people found this helpful

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Gooj

This book saved me from worrying

Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019

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We have a newborn child and the section in this book on dealing with a fussy baby was a game changer. I was out of my mind trying to figure out how to soothe my baby to sleep and on the verge of tears from sleepless nights when I read the tip about putting on a sound machine to lull her to sleep since the womb is loud and baby is used to a louder world than you'd think. The second I flipped a sound machine on she stopped crying and went to sleep. Even providing just one restful night and I would give this book 5 stars but it also has great advice on breastfeeding, playtime, milestones, and just general "you're not effing this up as bad as you probably think" advice. I would buy this for other moms as well.

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highly recommended reference book

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2017

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Got this for my daughter when she had her first baby. She has found it very helpful, a good reference book rather than something you read all the way through. You can look up the topic that interests you and it is all in there. Just about anything you can think of to ask about what is happening with your baby. I had the same book way back in the day and I knew this was an excellent guide for a new parent. This edition is updated with current information. Highly recommended.

35 people found this helpful

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EZ review

Would recommend for new parents!

Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2017

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This is a great read for new parents! I'm still following along with it since my baby isn't a year old yet and it covers almost all my inquiries. From safety(don't skip this and assume you know it all already--there's always something you'll overlook), to skin conditions, to Breastfeeding tips, etc... The only thing I was unable to find was a part covering sleep regression. I realize it's a book, not an encyclopedia so it can't cover everything! But for that reason I decided to knock off a star since it's a pretty big deal. Overall great information in a clear, cut to the chase style.

31 people found this helpful

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Helpful but subtexts are annoying

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2020

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The content of this book is very informative and exactly what I was looking for. It relied on medical facts and experiences which helps me get a good idea of having a newborn and how to care for them. I appreciated the ease of read, diagrams and pictures. I would absolutely recommend based on the facts alone.

The issue for me are the subtexts in the middle of the pages. While I read on a particular subject, I turn the page to finish it off and then have to go back to read the offside subtexts. Really annoying esp because I have mild OCD. Why not just add that subtext on after finishing up on a topic? Anyways, it’s not a deal breaker but this is a DENSE book with a lot of material and it only gets worse as you keep reading. 500+ pages of this and it becomes a pain.

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UCLAGIRL

" It is awesome. It takes you step by step through every ...

Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2018

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This might as well be called "the Baby Bible!" It is awesome. It takes you step by step through every month of your babies life. Every question I could possibly have has been answered within this book. I enjoy reading it while my baby is napping, sometimes I skip ahead a month or two to find out what new milestones to expect. Being able to know which milestones are ahead is great, because then I can prepare the next activities and necessities for my babies growth. I was able to lower my crib just in time for my baby to learn how to roll over. This book has been 100% accurate in every detail. This is the same author as the previous book I purchased "what to expect, when you're expecting," which was also an amazing book to have while pregnant and nervous of what is yet to come. If you want to learn all about babies needs within the first year, definitely purchase this book. Also makes for a great gift! Love it & Highly recommend!

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Quibaby

Met my expectations!!

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2016

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This book has been a blessing for me. I am starting over being a new mom again after 18 years since my last pregnancy and it has eased my anxiety with how much things have changed over the years. Great book!

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Luke Sahow

A good book but very "American" and the writing style jars ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 10, 2015

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A good book but very "American" and the writing style jars a bit. However, it covers most things in detail. I do sometimes, look something up in the index and it isn't there and I think "that's odd" but I suppose a book can't cover every eventuality.I have two books, this one and The Babycare Bible, between them and the web, I think everything is covered and an authoritative book is better than a lot of the gossip, misinformed chat rubbish that I come across on the web. Worth buying this book from Amazon at a reduced price rather than the full price in a book shop.

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Holly Louise

Good book but very american

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2018

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This is a Good, informative book. Just be aware that this is a very 'American' version with lots of reference to services we don't have in this country.

Very useful!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2018

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I found it very useful, full of useful information and good suggestions. My main “baby bible” throughout the 1st year.

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2018

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Excellent.

adelina

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2015

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Good book, if you do not know anything about babies, like me.

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