The Happiest Baby on the Block and the Happiest Toddler on the Block 2-Book Bundle

Is your baby opening his mouth and rooting? (This could indicate hunger.)
Is he yawning, rubbing his eyes, moving his head from side to side, or staring out with droopy eyelids? (This could indicate fatigue.)
Does he seem to be intentionally looking away from you or starting to hiccup? (This could indicate overstimulation.)
Is he making facial grimaces and trying to bear down? (This could indicate intestinal discomfort.)

Could you imagine having to teach your baby how to suck or poop? Thankfully you don’t have to, because these and

With infants, however, the battleground between their bodies’ immune system and the foreign protein is usually in the intestines.

civilization,” such as manners, patience, and concern for others

low lights
toasty bath
loving massage with heated oil
some warm milk
cozy swaddle
a lullaby … softly sung
and
gentle white noise playing in the background

Your child can’t help acting like a caveman, but you can … and must

To decide if your infant no longer needs to be wrapped, try this: After she reaches two to three months of age, swaddle her with one arm out. If she gets fussier, she’s telling you to continue wrapping for a few more weeks.

Once your baby is four months old she’ll be able to push up, roll over, and grab, and she no longer will need to be wrapped. Until then, swaddling can be a great comfort.

During the first few months of life, his cries are never, never, never manipulative, mean, rude, or critical.

When you hear your two-week-old scream, you’re not getting a communication from him; rather you’re accidentally eavesdropping on his conversation … with himself.