On Becoming Babywise

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Distinguished pediatrician Dr. Robert Bucknam, M.D., and co-author Gary Ezzo are leading experts on baby sleep and feeding patterns. Millions of new mothers are discovering the life-changing success of their approach. This updated Anniversary edition marks 25 years of their groundbreaking work, which has resonated with over six million parents in all 50 states and has been translated into 20 languages. For a quarter of a century, this parenting manual has guided parents in synchronizing their baby's feeding, waketime, and nighttime sleep cycles, allowing families to enjoy restful nights. In his 28th year as a licensed pediatrician, Dr. Bucknam, alongside Ezzo, illustrates how order and stability support a newborn's metabolism and how parents can leverage these biological tendencies. Early chapters explore essential aspects of infant management, focusing on feeding, waketime, and naptime. The book addresses various topics, including feeding philosophies, sleep issues, scheduling challenges, and more, providing practical guidance for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and sleep training. Five resource appendices offer additional reference material, covering baby care, growth monitoring, and sleep training solutions. This approach is not just a method but a mindset for successful parenthood, helping parents create a plan that meets the needs of both their newborn and the family. Recommended by doctors nationwide, these principles hav