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Listowel Resources – Infancy Resource Books

100 Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year – by Randy Dean & Lorri Gorno

100 topics allow you to easily find the topic that interests you.

100 Tips for a Happy Baby – by Alison Mackonichie

A simple book about caring for your baby, feeding, changing, night-time routines and playing games

101 Ways to Soothe a Crying Baby - by Jim Peinkofer

As it says, this book provides many ideas to help you comfort your baby.

125 Brain Games for Babies - by Jackie Silberg

This is a fun filled collection of ways to develop the brain capacity of babies – the building blocks of future learning.  Included are everyday opportunities to nurture brain development in the critical period from birth to twelve months.  Each game has information on the latest brain research as well as a discussion of how the activity promotes brain power.

Baby Food Basics – By: Middlesex-London Health Unit

Deciding how to feed your baby can be confusing.  Everyone seems to have advice.  Relax, this booklet & DVD can help you decide, what’s best for your baby.

Bestfeeding, How to Breastfeed Your Baby  By: Mary Renfrew, Chloe Fisher, Suzanne Arms

For more than a decade, BESTFEEDING has been recognized by midwives, doctors, and nursing mothers as the definitive word on breastfeeding. The culmination of 60-plus years of hands-on experience from three dedicated and internationally respected authors, this newly updated classic blends academic knowledge, clinical expertise, and practical skills to educate first-time and experienced mothers alike. Mothers will find precisely the information they need to help their babies grow and thrive-physically and emotionally-as a result of breastfeeding. The book answers all questions a new mother may have, and it is fully illustrated with dozens of helpful photos and drawings that demonstrate all the dos and don'ts of breastfeeding. In addition to the basics, mothers will find tried-and-true solutions to both common and more unusual problems, as well as remedies for babies with special needs. With its sensitive and informed advice, BESTFEEDING is a supportive reminder of what women have always known: that breastfeeding is, quite simply, the best way to nourish a baby.

Breastfeeding Facts for Fathers  - Platypus Media 

This is an excellent guide that supports the unique bond a father forms in doing what is best for his baby. This book gives dads the skills they need to become involved fathers, connected… heart-to-heart… with their children right from the start.

Games Babies Play - From Birth to Twelve Months - by Vicki Lansky (2)

Readers will find more than 250 fun-filled games to help babies explore their world and learn vital developmental skills. All activities are organized by age and explain exactly what children will learn. The games in this essential book will give both teacher and baby hours of enjoyment.

Raising Baby Green, The Earth Friendly Guide To Pregnancy, Childbirth and Babycare - by Alan Greene

Great advice for parents on how to make healthy green choices - from feeding your baby the best food available to using medicines wisely.  Included is valuable consumer information.

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer, How to Calm, Connect & Communicate with Your Baby  By: Tracy Hogg

Reassuring, down-to-earth, and often flying in the face of conventional wisdom, Secrets of the Baby Whisperer promises parents not only a healthier, happier baby but a more relaxed and happy household as well.

The Best Gifts  By: Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch

(children’s book)  The Best Gifts is a gentle story for children introducing breastfeeding as a nurturing and natural part of family life.

Top 100 Baby Purees - by Annabel Karmel

Making your own baby food is not only economical, it also assures that your child consumes only the freshest, top-quality ingredients.  This book includes the collection of the best-every purees for babies, who grown rapidly in the their first year, 

Working Without Weaning: A working Mother’s Guide to Breastfeeding – Kirsten Berggren

Working without Weaning gives you step-by-step guidance to help you work and continue to breastfeed, including:

Talking to your boss about breastfeeding in language they’ll understand

Figuring out the time and place to pump during the day

Maintaining your milk supply when you are pumping

Choosing the best pump for your needs

Storing and feeding breastmilk from a bottle

Getting enough rest when you have work all day and baby all night

Keeping balance in your life

Supplementing without weaning

And most importantly, preserving your breastfeeding relationship with your baby when you are together.

 

 


Perth Care For Kids is committed to supporting the importance of early childhood education and development by offering a variety of flexible, quality programs and services for children, families and caregivers.

We are proud to be the host agency for the Perth-Middlesex Early Years Centres.