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Happy Hearts Reading Recommendations
Pregnancy and Birth:
- Pregnancy, Childbirth and The Newborn by Simkin, Whalley and Keppler. (A wonderful all-around book for expectant moms and dads with helpful ideas for labor, what to expect from the baby and a basic guide to breastfeeding.)
- The Thinking Woman’s Guide To A Better Birth by Henci Goer. (Research based information about the full range of options for childbirth and the risks and benefits of each.)
- Birthing From Within by Pam England and Rob Horowitz. (Focuses on the art of birthing and the meaning of childbirth. Includes helpful suggestions for fathers and birth companions.)
- The Pregnancy Book by Dr. William and Martha Sears.
(What to expect month by month from conception through birth.)
- The Birth Book by Dr. William and Martha Sears.
(Filled with wonderful information needed to plan a safe and joyful birthing
experience.)
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Breastfeeding:
- The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League International. (Written especially for mothers. Includes many women’s stories about their breastfeeding experiences.)
- The Nursing Mother’s Companion by Kathleen Huggins. (Complete guide to understanding the importance of breastfeeding. Great reference book.)
- The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers by Jack Newman, M.D. and Teresa Pitman. (A comprehensive problem-solution guide to breastfeeding.)
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Fathers:
- The Joy of Fatherhood by Marcus Jacob Goldman, MD. (A dad-to-dad book. Real life experiences and thoughts from dads are shared throughout this book.)
- So You’re Going To Be A Dad by Peter Downey. (A book about the trials and joys of parenting, written for dads with little or no knowledge or experience with parenting.)
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Baby Care:
- The Happiest Baby on the Block by Dr. Harvey Karp. (The 5 S’s – Works Like Magic! A must have! I recommend also viewing the DVD.)
- Touchpoints by Dr. T. Berry Brazelton. (Highlights the predictable challenges “touchpoints” occurring in infancy and childhood.)
- The Baby Book by Dr. William and Martha Sears.
(Based on
the parenting style called "attachment parenting" developed by Sears.)
- Baby 411 by Denise Fields and Dr. Ari Brown.
(The ultimate FAQ for new parents - A must have!)
- Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child by Dr. Marc
Weissbluth. (Healthy sleep habits are vital to your child's
health, growth, and development. I have read every book on the market
related to children's sleep issues - this is my favorite!)
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Postpartum:
- The Year After Childbirth by Sheila Kitzinger. (This book begins where most leave off; gives support and reassurance for mom during the first year following birth.)
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