Every new parent has been there-sleepdeprived, exhausted, and pacing the floor
at 3:00 a.m. with an irritable baby who is having difficulty calming down and going back to sleep. In <i>Secrets of a Baby Nurse</i>, a medical professional relies on scientific research, personal study, and a lifelong
adoration of babies to provide parents with
valuable tips that will lead them to discover
the delight of a well-rested, tranquil, and happy child-and most importantly, a good night's sleep for everyone.<p>

Marsha Podd, a seasoned maternal-infant
nurse and lactation specialist, shares her
professional expertise in reading the body
language of thousands of babies in order to teach parents how to interpret a baby's cues, create a perfect sleep environment, and initiate a peaceful detachment. You'll learn how to<p>

• ensure a healthy womb environment;
• encourage a newborn toward daytime
wakefulness;
• build consistent daily rhythms around
sleep and food;
• observe and react to your baby's signals;
• avoid postpartum depression;
• stay in a routine and still have a life
outside the home.<p>

<i>Secrets of a Baby Nurse</i> offers step-by-step, practical advice that will help any parent create a serene, joy-filled relationship with their child.