In "The Contented Baby’s First Year," renowned parenting expert Gina Ford unveils her revolutionary approach to nurturing infants, promising peace and routine amid the chaos of newborn life. Through tried-and-tested schedules and soothing techniques, she empowers parents to understand their baby's needs while fostering independence from the very start. With practical advice and empathetic insights, Ford reveals how to cultivate a harmonious household while ensuring your little one thrives. Each chapter offers a treasure trove of tips that make sleepless nights and endless uncertainties a thing of the past. Are you ready to transform the first year of parenthood into a blissful journey of discovery and connection?
By Gina Ford
Published: 2013
"The first year of your baby's life is a journey of discovery for both of you."
The perfect baby book for new moms and dads! You’ve just had a baby. Everything is perfect. Then the hospital sends you home—without an instruction manual... Baby expert Gina Ford comes to the rescue with her newly revised hour-by-hour, week-by-week guide. One of Great Britain’s top parenting experts, she draws on more than twenty years of experience researching and studying the natural sleep rhythms and feeding patterns of babies to ease the stresses and worries of new parents. In this new edition, you’ll find everything you need to know to get your newborn to sleep through the night. In addition to advice on sleep training, Ford shares her expertise on feeding schedules, colic, crying, teething, illness, pacifiers, separation anxiety, and setting up the perfect nursery. With this easy-to-follow guide, Ford will have your whole family sleeping through the night—happily and peacefully—in no time.
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Gina Ford is an accomplished author and parenting expert known for her innovative approach to child development and care. With several bestselling books, including "The Contented Baby" series, she has guided countless parents in establishing routines tailored to their children's needs. Ford's insights are rooted in her extensive experience as a maternity nurse and her observations of family dynamics. She is a strong advocate for the importance of sleep and structure in early childhood, emphasizing balance in modern parenting. Through her writing and workshops, Gina continues to inspire and support families around the world.
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