What are the best baby care books?


What to Expect the First Year by Heidi Murkoff

Price: $15–20 paperback

✓ Pros:

Great for new parents wanting a detailed month-to-month guide

✗ Cons:

Some readers find it overly detailed and lengthy

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Caring for Your Baby and Young Child by American Academy of Pediatrics

Price: $20–30 paperback

✓ Pros:

Trusted source for accurate and current infant health guidance

✗ Cons:

Some parents find it less approachable and more like a medical manual

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The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp, M.D.

Price: $12–18 paperback

✓ Pros:

Highly effective, widely praised for improving infant sleep and reducing fussiness

✗ Cons:

Narrow focus on soothing; less on other care aspects

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Baby 411: Clear Answers & Smart Advice by Ari Brown, M.D.

Price: $15–20 paperback

✓ Pros:

Great quick-reference guide that's easy to navigate

✗ Cons:

Format may feel fragmented for some readers

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