The Baby Sense Secret Book- Review & Giveaway

It has been almost a week since I last posted. Don't be upset, I have been living on an average of 2-3 hours of sleep a night. I did a bad thing- I was letting my newborn sleep in the bed with me. Nursing every two hours was so much more convenient with co-sleeping. I know you aren't supposed to co-sleep.... and  breaking that habit is really tough! I recently heard of The Baby Sense Secret Book and was thrilled to review it- as I can use all the help I can get!

The Baby Sense Secret was written by Megan Faure, an occupational therapist. Megan has worked for more than a decade in the pediatric field throughout several countries and realized that most fussy babies had a key element, and sensory integration could calm babies and help them sleep better. Babies with poor sleep habits and feeding problems would benefit dramatically! Megan began with her own children, and learned that with the right guidlines, you could keep your baby calm, carefree and happy! Seeing a wonderful change first in her own children, and others, she knew that a great resource book would be something that would help thousands more! The Baby Sense Secret is no more- we can all get in on the secret!

I was sketchy, as most of us know life with kids is jam-packed and the thought of reading a book sounds great, but the reality is, we just don't have the time! This book is written great, and it is more of a "go-to" book, where you can easily look up something without having to read everything in between. The belief is that babies develop best when they are calm and rested. This book is a helpful training tool to do that!

The first chapter is about secrets of the senses- why they are important, basic guidelines, and getting to know your baby. This is also a fabulous way to bond with your baby. Of course every baby is different, you just have to find out what works for your child.

Chapter two is titled, "from the womb into the world" and it is just that. Think, if you may, what it would be like to make that transition. Bright lights, touch, sterile smells, new sounds and more. This chapter explains how to make this transition easy, simple and carefree.

Chapters 3- 6 explain how the sensory world affect your baby, how to read those signals your baby gives you, baby's impact on mom, and boosting your baby's development. These are all very related and one will affect the other. If mom is calm, theoretically, baby will be too. We all want our babies to learn things, but there is a thin line between learning and being overstimulated! Overstimulation can cause fussiness, with in turn creates sleeplessness... what a vicious cycle!

Chapters 7- 13 tackle techniques for babies of different age categories. As we all know, the first year of life, our babies go through so many changes, and they can be a handful for sure. These chapters are a great resource to keep handy and reference to if you have any concerns.

-My Thoughts-

I have stuck true to the Baby Sense Secret, and my little man is now sleeping for spurts of 5 hours a night!

I can honestly say that a well-rested baby in the house makes everyone more happy! ha!

My little man is 4 months old now, and the chapter for babies 4-6 months was right on! I learned great sleep solutions, a wonderful nighttime routine, games to encourage learning, how to read my babies signals, sensory soothing tools, feeding suggestions and so much more!

I love how simple it is to look something up in this book! A great time-cautious book, filled to the brim with straight, proven ideas that work! Glossary in the back makes it easy to look something up, and the colored coated pages are awesome!

The Baby Sense Secret Book was such a huge success, there is even a product line now! Products like cuddle wraps, receiving blankets and sleepy sacs!

The Baby Sense Secret can be purchased at www.kastelinternational.com

- Win It-

One reader will win a copy of The Baby Sense Secret!

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Giveaway is open to U.S. Contest will end April 25, 2010. Good luck!


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I was not paid for this review, and received no compensation. I did however receive the above mentioned product to facilitate my review. all opinions are my own.