Resources
Baby/Childcare
 "Caring for Your Baby and Young Child: Birth to Age 5" by American Academy of Pediatrics, Steven Shelov, MD Editor in Chief
A wonderful reference book! Reviews growth/development, basic care, behavior, milestones for the different ages of your child.
“Touchpoints: The Essential Reference- Your Child’s Emotional and Behavioral Development” by T. Berry Brazelton, MD
Another classic. Dr. Brazelton has a very gentle, nurturing way of speaking about babies and children, their development and care.
"Your Child's Health" by Barton D. Schmitt, MD
A great baby shower gift! Another great reference book- you can look up common illnesses, symptoms, behavior, rashes, newborn care, etc.
"Holistic Pediatrician" by Kathi J. Kemper, MD, MPH
A reference book reviewing various treatments for common childhood ailment. Reviews homeopathy, acupuncture, mind/body and herbal approaches for each ailment and their safety and effectiveness.
The Portable Pediatrician: A Practicing Pediatrician's Guide to Your Child's Growth, Development, Health and Behavior, from Birth to Age Five (Paperback) by Laura W. Nathanson.
Dunstan Baby Language: Learn the Universal Language of Newborn Babies by Priscilla Dunstan DVD
The Dunstan Baby Language DVD teaches parents the 5 cries all newborns use to communicate their everyday needs from day 1. You will know when your baby is hungry, tired, needs burping, has lower wind or is simply uncomfortable. By learning this System parents are able to settle their baby faster, resulting in happier babies who sleep longer and cry less - something every new parent would wish for.
PRODUCTS
"Breathable Bumper"
One parent wrote “We were encouraged to remove our daughter’s crib bumpers due to the risk of SIDS. My daughter was a very active sleeper from the beginning and made her way around the whole crib. We were awakened numerous times during the night due to legs or arms caught between the crib slats. I also didn't like how open the big crib felt without a bumper. The Breathable Bumper was a wonderful compromise that saved our precious sleep”.
"Crib tent"
Helpful if your child is under 2 years of age and is trying to climb out of the crib.
"Halo"® SleepSack ™"
A a wearable blanket for babies from birth to age two. Great for when you wean your baby from swaddling! They come in toddler sizes too with cuffs for the feet.
or http://www.halosleep.com/go/sleeplady
"Miracle Blanket"
A great swaddling blanket! It has pockets for their feet to keep them tightly swaddled. As you know, swaddling can reduce a young baby's early evening fussiness and may help him/her sleep longer at night!
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“Ultimate Crib Sheets”
These are great! They are a sheet, waterproof liner and mattress pad all in one. You put it over your decorative fitted sheet and attach it with snaps that go around the crib railings. This makes for easy sheet changing. Buy two so that you can wash one while using the other.
Marpac Sleepmate 980- Sound or White Noise Makers
One parent wrote “This is great in my daughter’s room. I recently bought one for my room and found that it puts me into a really, really deep sleep too. I don’t wake up when my husband snores or the cat snuggles up to me.”
Monster Go Away!"
This company makes aromatherapy "monster spray" with a booklet to read to your child.
MonsterGoAway.com
"Pure Baby Eczema Care"
One parent wrote “This is a wonderful cream for baby’s and Mom’s eczema. When my daughter developed eczema around 6 weeks old, I tried all the recommendations from the doctor, but they didn’t work. The rash got worse and she scratched her face more. I found this and it is amazing. It’s fragrance and dye free, it’s not greasy, it just soaks right in and doesn’t leave a trace of residue.”
Purebaby.com
"Silky! Blankets"
The maker of Silky! Blankets also have lovies with different textures and sizes.
CherishAndJoy.com
PARENTING
Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger (Paperback) by Helen Garabedian
The author also has several DVDs. Check out her website http://www.itsybitsyyoga.com to find a class facilitator near you.
Itsy Bitsy Yoga for Toddlers and Preschoolers: 8-Minute Routines to Help Your Child Grow Smarter, Be Happier, and Behave Better (Paperback) by Helen Garabedian
The author also has several DVDs. Check out her website http://www.itsybitsyyoga.com to find a class facilitator near you.
1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12” by Thomas Phelan, PhD
Offers a step by step approach to child discipline without yelling, arguing or spanking.
"How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk" By Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
One parent wrote “This book has been around a long time, and for good reason. It is one of the most wonderful child-rearing books in existence. This book helps you look at the world from a child's eyes, so that you learn to exercise empathy, and to realize that their feelings are as strong and important as yours. It teaches you how to listen, communicate and problem-solve with your child in a way that treats them with dignity while (often) getting you the results you need - a sane household and happy kids who feel a sense of self-worth. The information is presented in sample dialogs, illustrative cartoons, and exercises to help you think and practice effective communication skills. Even if you think you know it all, you are bound to learn something important from this book.”
“Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self-Understanding Can Help You Raise Children Who Thrive” ” by Daniel Siegel, MD and Mary Hartzell, MEd
An easy to read book on how our own childhood experiences shape the way we parent.
“Siblings Without Rivalry: How to Help Your Children Live Together So You Can Live Too” by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
“This book is the follow-on to "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk" by the same authors. It's an excellent parent gift for the 2nd child, as the parents are likely to have all the "stuff" they need already. This book helps you manage the tumultuous love and frustration that inevitably arises in sibling relationships. There are great examples of how to stay out of your kids struggles, how to encourage cooperation, how to avoid blaming one child too often, and how to avoid roles and labeling that cause additional tension.”
“The Out of Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder” by Carol Stock Kranowitz, MA and Lucy Jane Miller (newly revised and updated)
The Out-of-Sync Child broke new ground by identifying Sensory Processing Disorder, a common but frequently misdiagnosed problem in which the central nervous system misinterprets messages from the senses. This newly revised edition features additional information from recent research on vision and hearing deficits, motor skill problems, nutrition and picky eaters, ADHA, autism, and other related disorders.
“Starbright: Meditations for Children” by Maureen Garth
Simple visualizations you can read to your child to help them quiet themselves, reduce nightmares, and fears.
"Waking Up Dry: A Guide to Help Children Overcome Bedwetting" by Howard Bennett, MD
"Waking Up Dry" is a welcomed resource for parents of children 6 years or older who wish to help their child end bed wetting. Dr. Bennett's approach is comforting, gentle and validating. He outlines a step by step program with practical tips and answers to common questions-- all with cartoons for your child and humor to lighten things up!
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