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The Baby Owner's Manual: Operating Instructions, Trouble-Shooting Tips, and Advice on First-Year Maintenance (Owner's and Instruction Manual Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 4,564 ratings

At last! A beginner's guide to newborn baby technology, complete with step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and schematics, from a board-certified pediatrician and his son (an older model).

Congratulations—you’ve just acquired one of life’s biggest technological marvels: a newborn baby! New owners have so many questions: How do I handle sleep malfunctions? When should I bring the baby to a doctor for servicing? What transportation accessories do I need?
New users will get plenty of useful advice on:

  • PREPARATION AND HOME INSTALLATION: How to store your baby properly
  • GENERAL CARE: Effective techniques for handling, holding, and comforting the baby
  • FEEDING: An in-depth guide to your baby’s power supply, from breastfeeding to solid food
  • PROGRAMMING SLEEP MODE: How to Configure baby’s sleeping area and manage issues such as overstimulation
  • GENERAL MAINTENANCE: Keep that new baby smell fresh with tips on sanitation and care, such as diaper installation and cleaning
  • GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Perform user testing on baby’s reflexes, note and track milestones, plus advanced motor and sensory skills
  • SAFETY AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE: Monitor baby’s health, tackle childproofing, learn life-saving procedures, plus get fixes for minor issues such as cradle cap and diaper rash

Whatever your concerns, celebrated pediatrician Dr. Louis Borgenight and his son, Joe Borgenicht, provide plenty of useful advice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of childcare.
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A board-certified pediatrician with the American Academy of Pediatrics, Dr. Louis Borgenicht runs his own practice in Salt Lake City. He is also Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at The University of Utah School of Medicine, and he serves on the Board of Directors for Physicians for Social Responsibility. Dr. Borgenicht lives with his wife, Jody, who has finally learned how to sleep through the night while her husband goes out on calls.
 
Joe Borgenicht is a D.A.D. who frequently telephones his father for advice. He is also a writer, entrepreneur, and the co-author of The Action Hero’s Handbook, The Action Heroine’s Handbook, and Undercover Golf. He lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, Melanie, and their sons, Jonah and Eli (who still operate at peak efficiency).
 
Paul Kepple and Jude Buffum are better known as the Philadelphia-based studio Headcase Design, whose work has been featured in many design publications, such as American Illustration, Communication Arts, and Print. When Jude was an infant, his owners would often program him for extended periods of sleep mode. Paul’s owners, on the other hand, tried numerous times to return their model, believing his inability to grow hair was a manufacturer’s defect.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B009U9S6D0
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Quirk Books; 2nd edition (November 6, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 6, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 29521 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 261 pages
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Customers find the book provides useful information for new parents. They find it humorous and easy to read, like an instruction manual. Many consider it a great gift idea for dads-to-be and caregivers. The illustrations and diagrams are clever and well-done. The pages are colorful and sturdy. Some customers say it's worth every penny, while others say it's a good buy and common knowledge.

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506 customers mention "Information quality"470 positive36 negative

Customers find the book provides useful information for new parents. They say it's a good quick reference for new things that may come up. The book is described as insightful and helpful, providing tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. It also provides a great explanation of the basics of baby care.

"...giggle and although made with humor, this book is well written and very useful." Read more

"...parents or anyone that doesn’t know what to do with a baby, this is actually useful. It reads like an actual instruction manual which is hilarious." Read more

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428 customers mention "Humor"406 positive22 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it funny and user-friendly, making them laugh. The title makes everyone giggle, and the dry satire is well-done. Readers say it's great for people who aren't readers or short on time and need some guidance.

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"...It reads like an actual instruction manual which is hilarious." Read more

"...super funny and a great gift idea for the gear head dads!" Read more

"...In the process of a fun format they are learning important skills they will need when the baby arrives." Read more

301 customers mention "Ease of read"288 positive13 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and engaging. It's a quick reference guide that provides useful information in an easy-to-understand manner. The tone is practical and explanatory, making it easy for readers to learn new skills. Overall, customers describe the book as a convenient go-to manual for everyday tasks.

"...made everyone giggle and although made with humor, this book is well written and very useful." Read more

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Customers find the book a good gift idea. They say it's a fun present for new dads and caregivers.

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Customers appreciate the book's visual quality. They find the illustrations clever and well-done, with many great diagrams. The references are cute and easy to understand. The pages are colorful and thick, with a nice, sturdy cover. The diagram labels are hilarious. The book makes information easily accessible in charts and graphics. Overall, customers find the book clever and informative.

"...not only told me the right way, but did so using very detailed diagrams for different scenarios such as - which if the baby is a boy instead of a..." Read more

"...But they always use terms that men would understand. The pages are colorful and thick. The cover was nice and sturdy and very colorful...." Read more

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Customers find the book helpful for men having a baby. They say it's easy to read and understand for them, with advice written in a style that appeals to them.

"...holding babies, changing diapers, bathing, feeding, illness, developmental milestones... It helped them learn to swaddle teddy bears before the baby..." Read more

"...you everything you need to know about taking care of a baby, developmental stages, games to play with a baby, etc. It's more than just a joke." Read more

"...for the new dad-to-be (mom can use it too) in a language that is helpful for men. Cute gift all around." Read more

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"...The humour combined with knowledge helps keep you engaged and will make you laugh out loud in certain parts...." Read more

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A definite buy!!!
I absolutely love this book!! Being 8 months pregnant is NOT easy and I’ve been exhausted throughout the pregnancy, meaning I’ve been procrastinating a lot of things I shouldn’t have (classes, reading). This book is so simple and straightforward. It can be read through or skipped to certain chapters about certain topics. Its a simple read and honestly makes me laugh while reading it because of it refering to the newborn as a “make or model”, it lightens up the stress of it all for sure. I even got my husband to finally read this book on his own. We both 100% recommend it to parents as a simple read or a future reference when your model arrives!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2024
    Gave this as a baby shower gift and it was a hit! The title made everyone giggle and although made with humor, this book is well written and very useful.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
    I like that it has actual advice, suggestions and “trouble shooting” tips. For new parents or anyone that doesn’t know what to do with a baby, this is actually useful. It reads like an actual instruction manual which is hilarious.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022
    To say I was surprised to find out we were expecting is an understatement. So, of course, I immediately went off the deep end.

    In addition to buying the absolute safest car on the road (106 out of 100 points) and spending hours researching for the best and safest stroller and baby-pack that money could buy, I immediately ordered 10 different books and read 100 different websites.

    I was not prepared for the sheer amount of contradictory advice that is out there, all from recognized and respected sources. I was absolutely not prepared for the vehemence with which the advice was presented. One source claimed doing "A" was essential for a healthy baby, but another, equally respected source would say "OMG OMG IF YOU DO THAT YOU WILL KILL YOUR BABY!"

    This book didn't do any of that. It contained what appeared to be common sense recommendations that were backed up by explanations that actually made sense.

    For instance, I can't tell you how many books and web sites told me the WRONG way to clean and change my daughter's dirty diaper. This book not only told me the right way, but did so using very detailed diagrams for different scenarios such as - which if the baby is a boy instead of a girl? What if you are using cloth diapers? What if the baby has just pooped all over everything?

    This book was a life saver. I know it saved my life, and it probably saved my daughter's, too.
    15 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024
    When I bought this book it was more of a joke than anything, I didn't think it would help me at all with my first born. Ironically there is so much usefully information in this book it's crazy!!! I'd say my favorite thing about this book is it puts everything you need to know about the baby into a " mechanical " POV. super funny and a great gift idea for the gear head dads!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024
    I have gifted dads at baby showers several times with this book. They have so much fun reading it as it is written like a car service manual. In the process of a fun format they are learning important skills they will need when the baby arrives.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2024
    This book is hilarious but educational. I got one 18 years ago and now I give them away to new fathers since it’s funny but educational and an awesome way to teach dads how to take of a newborn,
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024
    This book is so funny. I bought it more for a gag gift. but my husband liked it and surprisingly did learn a few things from it! I like how it reads like an instruction manual
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2017
    I love this book. This answers essentially all of the questions I had about becoming a father. It addresses things like how to prepare/organize your nursery, how to pick up your baby (with diagrams!), how and when to start feeding your baby. All of these things are probably common sense to people who are already parents, but if you're expecting your first, this will answer questions you may never have thought to ask. What's more, the book is written in a simple, humorous, easy-to-read way that makes its advice clear - it's hard to put down! I chose this book because it was written in part by a pediatrician, which means I feel most of the advice is coming from an evidence-based toolset. My wife is a pediatrician as well, and enjoyed (more importantly, agreed with) most of the book herself. There are a couple mild spots which are no longer up to date with American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations (I recommend you peruse their manual as well, though it's much longer and not nearly as fun), as there have been updates in the evidence since this book's last edition, but that shouldn't deter you - this book is all about the basics.
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  • Adriana Jaime
    5.0 out of 5 stars Padrisimo!
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 9, 2023
    Me encanto el libro esta súper original y tiene información súper valiosa
  • Amazon Customer1
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun presents to give to your soon-to-be-parent friends.
    Reviewed in India on December 20, 2024
    Well written book for a fun read.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift book for a new Dad-to-Be and also for the Mom-to-Be.
    Reviewed in Canada on January 27, 2021
    Love the way it was written. Lots of useful information provided with a good dose of humour. It feels like a users manual - size is such that it could be thrown in your glove compartment - doesn't feel like a regular book. Great gift idea as it feels different, feels fun and user friendly!
  • Vik
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super Divertente e utile!
    Reviewed in Italy on January 15, 2021
    Molto molto divertente, sono istruzioni per un bimbo, che figata!
    Non capisco chi si offende nelle recensioni e dice che è denigrante e/o oggettificante... insomma è un libro, nasce come divertente approccio ai compiti più difficili e stressanti della vita!
    Insomma fatevi una risata, prendetevela comoda, che tanto ad arrabbiarvi non risolvete nulla!
    Informaizioni utili e complete e precise, proprio quello che serve!!
  • Charlaine Claassen
    5.0 out of 5 stars My husband loves the book!
    Reviewed in Spain on December 25, 2020
    Written in a very funny way and my husband seems to enjoy reading his book!

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