The old saying "babies don't come with a manual" may be true―but newborn books for first time moms are still a good place to start. The Newborn Handbook will gently and sequentially lead you through each week in the first three months of caring for a newborn―weeks that can be both exhilarating and nerve-racking.

From preparing your home for the baby's arrival to both parents' contributions in the stages of early development, this standout in newborn books for first time moms gets you ready for all of the challenging situations to come.

Go beyond other newborn guides with:

Baby steps―Each chapter in this newborn handbook covers your baby's age sequentially so you can intuitively follow along in each growth stage.
All parents included―Get everything you could want from newborn guides with practical and inclusive advice for all parents and caregivers.
Need help?―Helpful references and resources section in the back offer some great additional information.

When it comes to newborn guides, let The Newborn Handbook be your "manual" to successfully starting parenthood.

About the Author

Dr. Smita Malhotra is a mother and pediatrician who has been caring for children and newborns for more than 10 years. She believes in healing the whole child and family by combining traditional medicine with alternative therapies, such as mindfulness, meditation, acupuncture, and yoga. In addition, she is a writer, and a speaker that has contributed to The Washington Post and other publications.

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