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The Baby Owner's Manual: Operating Instructions, Trouble-Shooting Tips, and Advice on First-Year Maintenance (Owner's and Instruction Manual)

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At last! A beginner's guide to newborn baby technology, complete with step-by- step instructions, FAQs, and schematics, from a board-certified pediatrician and his son (an older model). Congratulations—you’ve just acquired one of life’s biggest technological marvels: a newborn baby! New owners have so many questions: How do I handle sleep malfunctions? When should I bring the baby to a doctor for servicing? What transportation accessories do I need? New users will get plenty of useful advice on: PREPARATION AND HOME INSTALLATION: How to store your baby properlyGENERAL CARE: Effective techniques for handling, holding, and comforting the babyFEEDING: An in-depth guide to your baby’s power supply, from breastfeeding to solid foodPROGRAMMING SLEEP MODE: How to Configure baby’s sleeping area and manage issues such as overstimulationGENERAL MAINTENANCE: Keep that new baby smell fresh with tips on sanitation and care, such as diaper installation and cleaningGROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Perform user testing on baby’s reflexes, note and track milestones, plus advanced motor and sensory skillsSAFETY AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE: Monitor baby’s health, tackle childproofing, learn life-saving procedures, plus get fixes for minor issues such as cradle cap and diaper rash Whatever your concerns, celebrated pediatrician Dr. Louis Borgenight and his son, Joe Borgenicht, provide plenty of useful advice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of childcare. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Quirk Books; Illustrated edition (September 10, 2012)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 73


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.89 x 7 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #10,590 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #22 in Parenting & Families Humor #47 in Baby & Toddler Parenting


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Funny and very creative
I like that it has actual advice, suggestions and “trouble shooting” tips. For new parents or anyone that doesn’t know what to do with a baby, this is actually useful. It reads like an actual instruction manual which is hilarious.
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024 by Daniela
    • Great Gift
Gave this as a baby shower gift and it was a hit! The title made everyone giggle and although made with humor, this book is well written and very useful.
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2024 by Queenn
    • Hilarious
This book is so funny. I bought it more for a gag gift. but my husband liked it and surprisingly did learn a few things from it! I like how it reads like an instruction manual
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024 by Tara Acosta
    • Great for 1st time dads
When I bought this book it was more of a joke than anything, I didn't think it would help me at all with my first born. Ironically there is so much usefully information in this book it's crazy!!! I'd say my favorite thing about this book is it puts everything you need to know about the baby into a " mechanical " POV. super funny and a great gift idea for the gear head dads! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024 by devon
    • Extremely informative without the scare tactics - but also very entertaining.
To say I was surprised to find out we were expecting is an understatement. So, of course, I immediately went off the deep end. In addition to buying the absolute safest car on the road (106 out of 100 points) and spending hours researching for the best and safest stroller and baby-pack that money could buy, I immediately ordered 10 different books and read 100 different websites. I was not prepared for the sheer amount of contradictory advice that is out there, all from recognized and respected sources. I was absolutely not prepared for the vehemence with which the advice was presented. One source claimed doing "A" was essential for a healthy baby, but another, equally respected source would say "OMG OMG IF YOU DO THAT YOU WILL KILL YOUR BABY!" This book didn't do any of that. It contained what appeared to be common sense recommendations that were backed up by explanations that actually made sense. For instance, I can't tell you how many books and web sites told me the WRONG way to clean and change my daughter's dirty diaper. This book not only told me the right way, but did so using very detailed diagrams for different scenarios such as - which if the baby is a boy instead of a girl? What if you are using cloth diapers? What if the baby has just pooped all over everything? This book was a life saver. I know it saved my life, and it probably saved my daughter's, too. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022 by Kindle Customer
    • Great book for new fathers.
This book is hilarious but educational. I got one 18 years ago and now I give them away to new fathers since it’s funny but educational and an awesome way to teach dads how to take of a newborn,
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2024 by Crazy Dave’s Kitchen
    • Great books for new dads
I have gifted dads at baby showers several times with this book. They have so much fun reading it as it is written like a car service manual. In the process of a fun format they are learning important skills they will need when the baby arrives.
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024 by Grandma of 3
    • So funny
Love this. Hilarious
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2024 by Victoria923

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