10 Reviews: Best Parenting Books for New Beginners (Apr 2024)

Dr. Harvey Karp writes the well-known handbook for calming a fussy infant. This book is a go-to resource for parents for a good reason. His “Five S’s,” which are the stages to turning on your baby’s built-in calming reaction, were a godsend in the first couple of months for the new beginners. Moreover, this one is essential reading because it covers a wide range of topics, including swaddling, calming techniques, the danger of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and much more.

"Really helpful for first time parents! All the basics simply explained and a great quick and dirty guide to get you through the first couple months."

by Alexandru Mocanu

It’s not easy being a parent. If the experts could advise new parents, it would be this: Don’t forget about yourself (or your partner). Putting on your oxygen masks before aiding others is a good rule. With more than 20 years of expertise in parenting and extensive research in tow, KJ Dell’Antonia’s new book, How to Be a Happier Parent, aims to help new parents navigate the unavoidable turbulence of parenthood.

"Beautifully written and funny, this book provides a wealth of down-to-earth advice not just on parenting but on everyday personal life. One of the best parenting books I've read."

by Phoebe

Your pediatrician will give the go-ahead for your baby to begin eating solid foods around the six-month mark. It’s a good time, even if it’s messy. You are decrying what to feed your child and when can be pretty tricky to make matters more complicated. Parents want their children to have a varied and healthy diet. What makes First Bites such a terrific resource is its brevity, which makes it an excellent guide for everything from the early stages of feeding your baby to the picky toddler years.

"Very good book if you are looking for variety for your baby/toddler. Easy recipes, simple terms. Like it a lot."

by Monica Lundgren

The first month or two of parenting, in particular, can feel like an all-consuming experience, which is accurate in many respects. But, on the other hand, maintaining your essential self is essential to ensure your and your child’s continued health and happiness. Unfortunately, when it comes to looking after your infant, it’s easy to get lost in the weeds of fear and anxiety. Therefore, The Confident Parent is a practical guide to help you find your way back out of those weeds.

"This book is great. Will be recommending this to any new parents. I'm so glad I found it before baby was born so that I could become aware of techniques for a less stressed life as a parent."

by amazon123456789

It is common knowledge that getting a newborn to sleep through the night is the Holy Grail of parenting. Moreover, there is certainly no shortage of strategies, procedures, or pieces of sound advice to help with this challenge. In addition, your child can obtain a whole night of sleep with the assistance of the method that Drs established. Jassey. This method has a history of success and offers a straightforward, uncomplicated approach.

"Love this book. Gave as a present and it was amazing!!!! Parents followed the doctors instructions and it was fantastic!!!"

by ROBERT M. PHELPS

Pamela Druckerman, an American journalist currently raising her child in France, couldn’t help but observe the variations in how French and American parents raise their children. The book “Bringing Up Bébé” provides an intriguing insight into the cultural intricacies of parenting and can influence the way you perceive everything from the process of teaching a baby to sleep to feeding patterns to the dynamics of the family for the better.

"If you are a mom, dad, nanny, aunt, uncle or even just have kids in your life you should read this book!! Loved it. Really refreshing read."

by Elizabeth Swailes

The Secrets of the Baby Whisperer is another best-seller and a perennial favorite among parents because it is so well known for being effective. Hogg and Blau present a clear-eyed and commonsense guide to understanding your baby’s cues and creating a timetable that caters to the rhythms of your child’s life and the life of your household. Therefore, this book is accomplished by recognizing that not all babies are identical and acknowledging this fact.

"I was given one baby book to prepare for my coming newborn, and I am so glad I took the time to read it! ... Lots of real world examples to show how relatable this information is. Highly recommend."

by rjohns227

Sometimes the procedures and manuals you have studied will not prepare you for a circumstance. You will also rely on intuition, which is fine. Your parent-sense is tingling, which is excellent. Unfortunately, there’s no way to tell you how to develop intuition, but you will. In Weird Parenting Wins, Hillary Frank compiles tips from parents who have surmounted a child-rearing problem. It reminds us that every parent wing-it sometimes.

"In a world of dogmatic parenting, this is an amazing invitation to relax, be creative and accept parenting in all its weird glory."

by Jessica

In her new book, Cribsheet, Emily Oster, an award-winning economist who is also a mother of two children, analyzes parenting from a frequently ignored perspective. Oster allows parents to make fact-based decisions and represent what is best for their specific family. Instead of being swayed by feelings or mired down by contradictory information, they have received from every mother on their contact list.

"Wish I had read this sooner! Great read, well written and really helped put my mind at ease, even now that I am reading it 5 weeks post-partum."

by ALANA

Simple and delectable recipes are included in the book What to Feed Your Baby and Toddler, which also provides a month-by-month guide for what foods should be included in your child’s diet during their first two years. The book is precisely what the title implies it will be: a straightforward guide to the process of feeding your infant or young child. In addition, there is a wealth of information regarding typical issues, such as how to cope with fussy eaters, food allergies, and food safety.

"...This book always us easy to follow and informative recipes and explanations, on feeding our baby with optimum nutrition. Well written and helpful. ..."

by plowe