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The Discontented Little Baby Book

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The Discontented Little Baby Book by Dr Pamela Douglas is a fully updated guide for new parents struggling with unsettled babies. This compassionate and practical resource offers evidence-based strategies to reduce crying and fussing, improve sleep, and foster a deeper bond with your infant. Drawing on her expertise as a respected Australian GP, Dr Douglas addresses common challenges like reflux, allergies, and tongue-tie while prioritising brain development and family wellbeing during the demanding early months.
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This book is ideal for new parents seeking gentle, research-backed methods to soothe their unsettled baby and improve their familyโ€™s sleep and connection. It is also suitable for caregivers wanting to understand baby behaviour and support healthy development through practical advice.

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A fully updated edition of this essential guide for expecting and new parents with babies.

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A fully updated edition of this essential guide for new parents with unsettled babies.

A revolutionary new approach to caring for your baby from a respected Australian GP.

Did you know there are things that you can do to help your baby cry and fuss less? Did you know that many parents' nights are unnecessarily disrupted? Are you longing for a deeper connection with your little one?

The first months after a baby's arrival can be exhausting, and attempts at quick fixes are often part of the problem. But a number of obstacles are accidentally put in the way of a healthy night's sleep, and much can be done to help your baby cry less.

The Discontented Little Baby Book gives you practical and evidence-based strategies for helping you and your baby get more in sync. Dr Pamela Douglas offers a path that protects your baby's brain development so that your little one can reach his or her full potential. She also offers simple strategies to help you enjoy your baby and live with vitality while facing the challenges of this extraordinary time of life.

With real-life stories, advice on dealing with feelings of anxiety and depression, and answers to your questions about reflux, allergies and tongue-tie, The Discontented Little Baby Book is a compassionate revolution in baby care.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702265457

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 September 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 225.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Dr Pamela Douglas has worked in Australian general practice since 1987, with special interests in women's health and breastfeeding medicine. She is founder of the Possums programs, also known as Neuroprotective Developmental Care, which have been transforming new parents' lives since 2011. Dr Douglas teaches these programs online to health professionals through The NDC Institute. She is also the author of over 30 international publications in the fields of the crying baby, breastfeeding and infant sleep research. Dr Douglas lives in Brisbane, Queensland. She has many grandchildren, and one little great-grandchild.

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