The Everything Father's First Year Book

by Iannelli, Vincent

• ISBN13: 9781593373108
• ISBN10: 1593373104
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-05-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

This authoritative work offers a wealth of advice for guys on what to do, from figuring out the car seat and stroller to changing diapers and getting the child to sleep.

Table of Contents

Top Ten Things Every New Father Should Do	x
Introduction	xi
What Kind of Dad Will You Be?	1	(12)
Your Expectations	2	(1)
What Is Expected of You?	3	(1)
Learning to Be a Good Dad	4	(2)
The ``Hands-Off'' Dad	6	(1)
The ``Clueless'' Dad	7	(1)
The ``Somewhat Supportive'' Dad	8	(1)
The ``Mostly Helpful'' Dad	9	(1)
Father of the Year	10	(3)
Preparing for Your Baby	13	(18)
Your Baby's First Car Seat	14	(2)
Get Your Home Ready	16	(1)
Fire Safety	17	(2)
Get the Lead Out	19	(2)
Cord Blood Banking	21	(2)
Newborn Screening Tests	23	(1)
Circumcision	24	(1)
Baby Names	25	(2)
Making a Will	27	(1)
Special Situations	28	(3)
Your Baby's First Days	31	(16)
At the Hospital	32	(2)
Preemies and Sick Babies	34	(2)
Hearing Screening	36	(1)
Bringing Baby Home	37	(2)
Baby Basics	39	(1)
Early Health Problems	40	(4)
Caring for Siblings	44	(1)
Supporting a New Mom	45	(2)
Understanding Your New Baby	47	(12)
Your Baby's Temperament	48	(2)
Your Baby's Body	50	(3)
Infant Reflexes	53	(2)
Early Sleeping Patterns	55	(1)
Understanding Baby Clothes	55	(1)
Realizing You're a Dad	56	(3)
The First Four Weeks	59	(16)
Breastfeeding Essentials	60	(2)
The Facts about Formula	62	(2)
On Demand or On a Schedule?	64	(1)
Diapering Essentials	64	(2)
More Baby Basics	66	(2)
Growth and Development	68	(1)
Health Problems	69	(4)
Watching for Postpartum Depression	73	(2)
Your Baby's Second and Third Month	75	(14)
Feeding Considerations	76	(2)
Sleeping Patterns	78	(1)
Early Development	79	(1)
Medical Problems	80	(3)
Avoiding Infections	83	(1)
Safety Alerts	84	(2)
Lullabies and Early Playtime	86	(1)
Going Back to Work	87	(2)
Months Four Through Seven	89	(12)
Feeding Considerations	90	(2)
Sleeping and Naps	92	(1)
Teething and Tooth Care	93	(2)
Normal Development	95	(1)
Medical Problems	96	(2)
Infant Safety Alerts	98	(1)
Playing with Your Baby	99	(2)
Months Eight Through Twelve	101	(10)
Feeding Your Older Infant	102	(2)
Weaning Your Baby	104	(1)
First Steps	104	(1)
Older Infant Development	105	(2)
Separation and Stranger Anxiety	107	(2)
Playing with Your Older Infant	109	(1)
Discipline and Temper Tantrums	109	(1)
The First Birthday Party	110	(1)
Normal Baby Stuff	111	(12)
Crying	112	(1)
Spitting Up	112	(1)
Hiccups and Gas	113	(1)
Bowel Movements	113	(1)
Infant Growth Patterns	114	(2)
Milestones of Development	116	(1)
``Normal'' Health Problems	117	(3)
How Tall Will Your Baby Be?	120	(3)
Oh No, You Got a Fussy Baby!	123	(12)
What's Normal?	124	(1)
Understanding Colic	125	(1)
Reflux: Serious or Not?	126	(1)
Breastfeeding Problems	127	(2)
Formula Problems	129	(1)
Fussy-Baby Experts	129	(3)
Shaken Baby Syndrome	132	(1)
Pacifiers and Thumb-Sucking	132	(3)
Infant Nutrition	135	(16)
The Nutrition Rules	136	(1)
Breastfeeding Basics	136	(2)
Formula Feeding	138	(2)
Avoiding Food Allergies	140	(1)
What's First? Cereal, Fruits, or Vegetables?	141	(3)
Vitamins and Minerals	144	(3)
Feeding Problems	147	(1)
Avoiding Bad Habits	148	(3)
Sleep Schedules	151	(12)
Sleep Basics	152	(1)
Night Feedings	153	(1)
Where Will Your Baby Sleep?	154	(1)
Sleeping Through the Night	155	(2)
Daytime Naps	157	(1)
Avoiding Common Sleep Problems	158	(2)
Dad's Role and Sleep	160	(3)
Infant Safety	163	(14)
Infant Car Seats	164	(1)
Childproofing the House	165	(3)
Poison Control	168	(1)
Baby Walkers	169	(1)
Choking Prevention	170	(1)
Recalls and Product Alerts	171	(1)
Sunscreen	172	(1)
Insect Repellents	173	(1)
Pool and Water Safety	174	(1)
Kids and Pets	175	(2)
Choosing Your Pediatrician	177	(10)
Training of Pediatricians	178	(1)
The Selection Process	179	(2)
Solo Versus Group Practice	181	(1)
Making Your Choice	182	(2)
Pediatric Specialists	184	(3)
Going to the Pediatrician	187	(14)
Preparing for Your Visits	188	(1)
Well-Child Visits	188	(2)
Sick-Child Visits	190	(4)
When to Call Your Pediatrician	194	(1)
Kids in the ER	195	(1)
The Pros and Cons of Antibiotics	196	(1)
Recommended Vaccinations	197	(2)
Disagreeing with Your Pediatrician	199	(2)
Common Medical Problems	201	(18)
Diarrhea and Vomiting	202	(2)
Recognizing Dehydration	204	(1)
Constipation	205	(1)
Colds and Coughs	206	(3)
Allergies and Asthma	209	(2)
Common Rashes	211	(1)
Sore Throats	212	(2)
Infections and Other Problems	214	(3)
Frequent Illnesses	217	(2)
Parenting Economics	219	(16)
First-Year Expenses	220	(1)
One Income or Two?	221	(1)
Child-Care Options	222	(3)
Health Insurance	225	(3)
More Insurance	228	(1)
Starting a College Fund	229	(2)
Planning Your Retirement	231	(1)
More Future Expenses	232	(3)
The High-Tech New Dad	235	(10)
Digital Cameras	236	(2)
Camera Phones	238	(1)
Video Camcorders	239	(1)
Making Movies	240	(1)
Baby's First Web Site	240	(2)
Baby Monitors	242	(1)
Infant Toys	243	(1)
What Else Do You Need?	244	(1)
Grandparenting the First Year	245	(10)
Reconnecting with Your Parents	246	(1)
Unwanted Advice	246	(2)
Encouraging a Good Relationship	248	(1)
A Grandparent's Role	249	(2)
Family Stories	251	(1)
Names for Grandparents	252	(1)
Long-Distance Grandparenting	253	(1)
Adopting a Grandparent	254	(1)
What's Next?	255	(12)
The Toddler Years	256	(1)
First Words	257	(2)
Whole Milk	259	(1)
Getting Rid of the Bottle	260	(1)
Feeding Your Toddler	261	(2)
Potty Training	263	(1)
Discipline Issues	264	(1)
Ready for Another?	265	(2)
Appendix A New Dad Tip Summary	267	(4)
Months One Through Three	268	(1)
Months Four Through Seven	268	(1)
Months Eight Through Twelve	269	(2)
Appendix B Worksheets for Pediatrician Visits	271	(6)
Well-Child Visit Worksheet	272	(1)
Sick-Child Visit Worksheet	273	(4)
Appendix C Internet Resources	277	(4)
Web Sites for Fathers	278	(1)
Parenting Web Sites	278	(3)
Index	281