What are the best baby care books?

What to Expect the First Year

Price: $15–20 paperback

✓ Pros:

Comprehensive month-by-month guide covering everything from feeding to development

✗ Cons:

Can be overwhelming with too much detail for some parents

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The Happiest Baby on the Block

Price: $12–16 paperback

✓ Pros:

Proven strategies for soothing crying babies and improving sleep

✗ Cons:

Techniques don't work for every baby

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Baby 411: Clear Answers & Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year

Price: $18–22 paperback

✓ Pros:

Evidence-based advice from pediatricians; excellent for medical questions

✗ Cons:

Medical focus may be too detailed for some parents

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The Baby Book: Everything You Need to Know About Your Baby from Birth to Age Two

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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