Raising a baby inevitably makes every new parent feel like an idiot at some point. After all, there's so much to learn and only nine months to absorb it all. And when it comes to parenthood, there's no instructor and a class is not always in session. Thankfully, there is a course curriculum. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Bringing Up Baby, Second Edition gives new and soon-to-be parents what they need to know to meet the physical and emotional needs of their newborns, from birth through year one. In it, readers get advice on how to- Feed, bathe, and diaper baby Baby proof the home Bond with their newborn Understand the meaning of baby's different cries Understand sleeping and development patterns Juggle parenting with work and family responsibilities In addition, this new edition contains a new medical reference section that includes a- Comprehensive first aid appendix Complete list of common childhood illnesses Vaccination schedule Height and weight charts

You're no idiot, of course. You know that life isn't like an old sitcom, when TV dad's like Mike Brady or Ward Cleaver always had just the right answer for Greg, Marcia, or the Beaver. But when it comes to earning the title 'World's Greatest Dad', you feel like you're always going to be more like the father from 'Married With Children' than the one from 'Father Knows Best'. Don't retire your cardigan just yet! 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fatherhood' answers all the questions any expecting new, or veteran father could have on topics ranging from communication and ground rules to privileges and punishment. In this 'Complete Idiot's Guide', you get: -Commonsense advice from a veteran dad on how to strike a loving but firm balance. -Practical tips on helping your spouse during pregnancy. -Useful instruction on care and handling of a newborn and a toddler. -Smart strategies for keeping your kids safe (and yourself sane) in the turbulent adolsescent years.

Ask any guy who is expecting his first child and he’s likely to tell you the same thing—he’s absolutely thrilled to be a dad for the first time, and he’s also completely terrified. Most new dads don’t know the first thing about dealing with a new baby, and while mommy might be interested in more complex topics that range from breastfeeding to colic, most new daddies just want to know how not to screw it all up. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Being a New Dad is written to be both highly usable and practical, layered with a bit of encouraging wit in between. First-time dads will learn the daddy essentials for caring for a newborn, from what to expect when baby first arrives, and changing those first diapers without a disaster, to the basics of feeding and burping, and getting baby to sleep (so mom and dad can sleep, too), and how to help mommy as she heals and deals with the enormous changes that she's experiencing both mentally and physically. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Being a New Dad is the perfect guide for any new dad who needs to be armed with a little essential knowledge and a whole lot of encouragement.

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You're no idiot, of course. You've got your dream job and are on your way to a successful career. You know the right things to say and when to say them. But when it comes to looking like success just walked in the door, well...you don't always feel on top of the world. Don't advertise that tag sale just yet. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Successful Dressing is here to help guarantee that you will always look the part and impress others along the way. Whether it's a job interview, a reception, an important meeting, or a business trip to Toledo or Tokyo, you'll feel confident you look your best. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

You're no idiot, of course. You've balanced a checkbook, paid the bills on time, and saved enough money for a nice vacation. But when it comes to dealing with stockbrokers and choosing a retiremnet plan, you feel a little like June Cleaver. Don't hide your money in a cookie jar just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing for Women will show you how to plan a secure financial future without buying a bigger cookie jar. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

You're no idiot, of course. You know America loves its heroes as much as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But when it comes to knowing the true stories of folk and real-life heroes--as well as understanding how and why they have become so much larger than life--you feel like Superman facing a mountain of kryptonite. Don't fall from the sky yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to "American Heroes is an inspirational look at the exceptional men and women who have captured our imaginations from colonial times to the present. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you'll find:

Learn to play the guitar using this quick and easy guide. Whether you dream of playing classical guitar, a B.B. King lick, or just the opening bars to "Stairway to Heaven," this book can get you there. This easy-to-use guide introduces the beginning guitarist to all styles of playing, from classical to jazz and pop. Using basic exercises and a selection of popular tunes, it shows how to do everything from reading tablature and chord diagrams to performing simple accompaniment. This book is designed for the child or adult beginner who wants a "user-friendly" introduction to the most popular musical instrument. It contains numerous sidebars and illustrations, making learning the guitar fun and easy. Z Features exercises in all styles from classical to rock and jazz Z Includes checklists of popular books, videos and instrument dealers, and tips on purchasing and maintaining your instrument. Frederick Noad is an expert guitar teacher and author of dozens of guitar methods, including The Virtual Guitarist, Solo Guitar Playing and Playing the Guitar, all from Schirmer Books. He is the inventor of Speed Score, the computer notation software and is universally known as a master teacher of the instument.