From First Kicks to First Steps : Nurturing Your Baby's Development from Pregnancy Through the First Year of Life

Innovative ways parents can nurture their child's development even before birth Most expectant parents can't wait to get to know the mysterious little person who will be arriving. Now parents can find out what's really going on in there and start nurturing their baby's development during pregnancy with the help of From First Kicks to First Steps. Beautifully written by a pioneering pediatrician, this groundbreaking book focuses on the transition between pregnancy and the first year to help parents give their baby the very best start in life. Dr. Alan Greene answers such common parental concerns as: Do babies dream before birth? What can parents do during pregnancy to help their babies later in life? Can babies become better sleepers even before they're born? Does taking fluoride help or hurt? And much more!

Dr. Greene bridges the gap between pregnancy and baby's first year by introducing you to your baby long before your little one arrives in your arms "I think my late husband, Dr. Spock, would be proud of Dr. Greene's work and his contribution to parenting. And especially he would honor Dr. Greene's relationships with his readers both online and in print." --Mary Morgan, founder, Dr. Spock Company, and coproducer of Baby and Child Care by Dr. Spock "This book should be in the hands of all parents. Dr. Greene, a practicing pediatrician, provides lucid, helpful information which answers the questions parents have about their new babies. I am delighted with the contributions Dr. Greene is making to the education of parents." --Julius B. Richmond, M.D., John D. MacArthur Professor of Health Policy Emeritus, Harvard Medical School and former U.S. Surgeon-General " From First Kicks to First Steps is the "operating manual" that parents have been waiting for, with authoritative, easy, and practical advice for all parents and parents-to-be." --Linda Neuhauser, DrPH, Clinical Professor of Community Health and Human Development, School of Public Health, University of California, Berkeley "I wish I could write a prescription for this book for each new parent!" --Donnica L. Moore, M.D., president, DrDonnica.com and president, Sapphire Women's Health Group Already a trusted source of advice for millions of parents through his popular childcare website, Dr. Greene answers all your questions from your pregnancy through your baby's first birthday, including: Does a fetus dream?Yes, as early as 26 weeks after conception. How can I get my child to like vegetables?You can start teaching your child to enjoy vegetables with what you eat during pregnancy and while breastfeeding! How soon can I get my baby to sleep through the night?You can start to get your baby accustomed to nighttime sleep while still in the womb.