Best Newborn Care Books of 2020

In many young families, the birth of a baby becomes a wonderful event for which parents prepare in advance. In addition to buying everything a child needs, young mothers strive to learn as much as possible about how to properly care for a baby, educate him from birth. In conditions where there is not enough personal experience, and the views of older relatives on the problems of upbringing seem outdated, books on upbringing and caring for children will be of good help. We have compiled a small ranking of the most relevant publications in 2020.

Best Newborn Care Books

“I'll be a mom. A guide to pregnancy, childbirth and the first months of a baby's life "- Chiara Hunt, Marina Fogel

This publication is a collection of the most relevant information for expectant mothers, which has to be caught in the global network bit by bit. In this book, all the necessary information is presented in the most complete and understandable way. The book contains tables with baby parameters in different months of pregnancy, popular fears and superstitions about pregnancy are debunked, the diet necessary for a pregnant woman is detailed, complete information about screenings is provided, and it is described how to play sports and have sex during pregnancy. The next part of the book talks about caring for a newborn and how a young mother can bring herself to a normal state.

The book is good because, in addition to basic information, it gives future parents knowledge about what to cook for a newborn baby in the first-aid kit, what clothes to buy, what will be needed in the hospital.

• written in simple language;
• a lot of useful information for parents;
• useful tips for expectant mothers;
• there are explanations for common fears and superstitions.

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“A deadly choice. How the fight against vaccines threatens us all "- Paul Offit

The theme of the book is clear from its title. It forces young parents to think hard again about the consequences of the newfangled movement that advocates vaccine refusal. The author talks in detail about how the anti-vaccination movement originated and how it developed. Along the way, he explains and debunks many of the parents' fears about the dangers of vaccinations. At the same time, Offit is not silent about the mistakes that were made during vaccination in previous years.

Every parent needs to read the book in order to understand all the intricacies of vaccination and understand the arguments of representatives of the anti-vaccination movement.

• considered the negative consequences of refusal to vaccinate;
• is not silent about vaccination errors;
• for the common reader.

• narrow specialization of the book.

"Secret Support" - Lyudmila Petranovskaya

The book is one of the best on the topic of the relationship between parents and children. The author immediately makes it clear to young parents that there is no need to focus on developing methods of raising a baby. The main thing for a successful start of a little man is a good, trusting relationship with his parents. In continuation of this thought, Petranovskaya talks about the correct formation of attachments, about the methods that help to raise a child confident and developed.

The book is divided into chapters according to the age of the child so as not to miss anything important. Therefore, it will be interesting in different periods of the growing up of the baby. After reading this book, it becomes clear to parents how attachments are formed and sustained.

• the problems of relations between parents and children are raised;
• there are tips on how to establish trust with the child;
• broken down by age;
• will do for a long time.

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"An independent child, or How to become a" lazy mother "" - Anna Bykova

In this case, the concept of "lazy mother" does not mean at all that the woman does not take care of the child, and he grows up left to himself. In the understanding of Anna Bykova, a “lazy mother” creates conditions for the child in which the baby develops its independence. In her book, she tells how to instill in a child self-care skills, teach him to go to bed, use a potty, and collect toys. The book does not give unambiguous answers to some questions, forcing parents to think out and look for answers on their own. At the same time, it provides a ground for reflection on the behavior of parents, which enables children to make their own independent decisions.

• advice on fostering independence in a child;
• advice for moms on how to make life easier for yourself and your child;
• written in simple language.

• there are no definite answers to some questions;
• there are controversial points.

Supermama - Carlota Magnes

The work is popular with readers. The author herself is a mother and has two children. The work is written in an easy language, accompanied by bright, colorful illustrations, written with humor. Therefore, it is very easy to read. At the same time, the work raises many questions on rather serious topics.

The book describes in detail, from the author's own experience, how to provide the child with proper care, what vitamins he needs, how to provide full physical activity. It is described in detail how to monitor the health of the baby, what tests need to be taken and what to look for in the development of the child.

The author describes in detail what the expectant mother may need in the hospital. At the same time, the author believes that you need to take care not only about the health and hygiene of the baby and mother, but also about how she looks. Therefore, she advises to take with you to the hospital, in addition to other accessories, also cosmetics.

The author does not forget about the dads. The book describes in detail possible situations when problems are hushed up, and indicates possible ways to solve them. It also describes ways to increase your sexual and physical activity. Indeed, with the birth of a child, many have such problems.

• easy and interesting reading;
• written in simple language;
• a lot of humor;
• bright illustrations;
• a lot of good advice;
• will be interesting for moms and dads.

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“Our first month.Step-by-step instructions "- Tatiana Molchanova

This work was published in a convenient small format. Therefore, it is easy to put a book in your bag and read on the road, on a walk with your baby or in a clinic, while waiting for your turn.

The work tells in detail about all the problems that can lie in wait for a young mother in the first month of a child's life. Thanks to this work, a woman will learn to understand her baby from the first days of his life. The book contains valuable tips to help you understand the cause of a crying newborn. All this is described using specific examples from the life of ordinary families. There are many tips to help a new mother calm her baby in a variety of ways.

Separately, the burning issue for many young parents is considered colic, which often torment the child in the first months of life. The author talks in detail about the reasons for this condition of the baby and gives practical advice on how to properly eliminate this problem. The author indicates which medicines need to be purchased in the first-aid kit for a baby in order to protect him from possible diseases.

Additionally, the issues of hygiene, feeding, organization of the daily routine and nutrition are considered in detail. The young mother has not been forgotten either. The author tells how to optimize your daily routine in order to get less tired and get more rest, how to get rid of the pounds gained during pregnancy and get back in shape.

• simple and understandable language;
• a lot of useful tips;
• recipes for healthy dishes;
  convenient pocket format.

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"Child's health and common sense of his relatives" - E.O. Komarovsky

All parents know about this author. He hosts several television programs on children's health and has a growing audience. The book is written in a friendly language, with notes of humor and undeniable logic. It examines different situations that can arise in the life of a child, his parents and relatives, starting from his birth.

The title of the work does not mention relatives in vain. The well-being of the mother depends on the emotional microclimate in the family, which ultimately affects the condition of the baby. Therefore, the author gives a lot of practical advice not only to parents, but also to other relatives, grandmothers and grandfathers. With their help, you can easily keep the nervous system in order and friendly relations between relatives in the family.

The author has been working as a pediatrician for many years. Therefore, he competently gives valuable advice to parents on the health of the child, on how and with what medicines to treat the baby.

For the convenience of parents, the book contains a subject index, which makes it possible to immediately find information on an issue of interest. The author urges parents to educate their children in terms of their health benefits.

• clear and simple book;
• a lot of advice on the health and treatment of the baby from the doctor;
• there are tips for maintaining a favorable atmosphere within the family.

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"Newborn. Care and education "- Zh. V. Tsaregradskaya

This work will be useful not only for mothers of newborn babies, but also for women who are just planning their pregnancy. The author is a teacher with many years of experience, consults young mothers on how to properly breastfeed. In addition, she is a psychologist and deals with the formation of a healthy psyche of a child from birth.

The book examines in detail the entire path of the expectant mother from the moment of conception to childbirth. As a result, a young woman approaches childbirth in a calm and conscious state, which excludes the possibility of postpartum depression. The book describes how a baby develops in the womb. Therefore, a woman can constantly listen to inner feelings. The author helps mothers to be mindful about breastfeeding.As a result, the young mother purposefully extends this important period for the child. the book also deals with communication with health workers and vaccination of babies.

• the issues of organizing breastfeeding are considered;
• the development of the child from the moment of conception is described in detail;
• after fulfilling all the recommendations, the woman consciously approaches childbirth;
• postpartum depression is excluded.

• a lot of controversial points.

“Show me how. Father and Child "- Sean Bean

This book covers issues related to the role of the father of the unborn child during pregnancy. It is very rare to come across a work on such a topic. Additionally, the influence of the father on the upbringing of the baby from birth is considered. The advantage of this work is that its author is a father with many years of experience, who raised more than one child. Therefore, he speaks to his readers from a male point of view.

The author is an expert in male psychology. Therefore, he, without unnecessary moralizing, with a note of humor, brings important information to his audience. If you follow the author's recommendations, the young father will quickly be able to win the love and respect of the female part of the family by his participation in the care of the welfare and upbringing of the child. In addition, this is a great chance to enjoy moments of unity with your child.

Questions covered in the book:

• the book examines the preparation of the father for a woman's future pregnancy and advice on how to cope with her whims;
• examples of communication with the child are given;
• tips for organizing a safe space inside the house for the child;
• the behavior of a man during childbirth;
• communication with the child and understanding of his needs;
• cooking food for the baby.

In addition to these questions, the work gives answers about maintaining good physical shape and playing with the child.

• a lot of useful information for dads;
• something will also be interesting for moms;
• discusses the issues of understanding a small child and his needs.

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"Grow and develop, our baby" - Alla Barkan

The author of this encyclopedic publication is a doctor of medical sciences, specializing in the psychology of children. The work examines issues related to the development of relationships within the family during the mother's pregnancy. All chapters are structured as detailed answers to the most burning questions of future parents.

In simple and accessible language, the author tells how important it is for the expectant mother to be surrounded by positive emotions. Indeed, the well-being of the child in the mother's womb largely depends on the psychological state of a woman. The work tells about the phased development of the fetus, about how the future health of the baby depends on the course of pregnancy. There are several scientifically proven facts about what reactions take place in the mother's brain during pregnancy.

The author also discusses issues related to breastfeeding. There are some tips on how to maximize the extension and how to do it. The author compares nursing young mothers with those who could not do it for some reason. It has been proven that breastfeeding mothers quickly and easily return to their usual shape. To achieve a good result, you need to do special exercises and consume only those foods that are listed in the book.

With regard to the nutrition of the child, a detailed analysis of popular milk formulas is presented, nutrition with prebiotics and probiotics is recommended. Recommendations are given on the order and quantity to introduce complementary foods. The author gives advice on how to properly massage a baby and how to teach him to swim on his own. It describes in detail how vaccinations affect health and what are the consequences of not vaccinating. The author gives advice on which stroller is best for a newborn and how to ensure the safety of the child in the apartment.

• the book is written in a simple and understandable language;
• provides valuable information on the importance of a good psychological state;
• there are many helpful tips.

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P / p No.	Author	Name	Publisher	Price
1	Chiara Hunt, Marina Vogel	I will be a mom. A guide to pregnancy, childbirth and the first months of your baby's life	Mann	1580
2	Paul Offit	A deadly choice. What the fight against vaccines threatens us all	AST	990
3	Lyudmila Petranovskaya	Secret support	AST	310
4	Anna Bykova	An independent child, or How to become a "lazy mom"	Eksmo	270
5	Carlota Magnes	Supermom	Maze	320
6	Tatiana Molchanova	Our first month. Step by step instructions	Eksmo	130
7	E.O. Komarovsky	Child's health and common sense of his relatives	U-Factoria	840
8	J. V. Tsaregradskaya	Newborn. Care and upbringing	Rozhana	540
9	Sean Bean	Show me how. Father and child	AST	570
10	Alla Barkan	Grow and develop, our baby	Olma Media Group	940

As a result

Books about the intricacies of caring for a newborn baby will be a useful gift for young parents and family members. They bring together valuable information that young parents sometimes fish out bit by bit on the Internet. They will help to cope with suspiciousness of parents, solve many problems related to the health and development of the baby and avoid common mistakes.