5 comments about The Peanut Allergy Answer Book: 2nd Edition.

1. I purchased this book when I found out my 6 month old was allergic to peanuts. I learned so much from it and parent that has a child with this allergy should buy it. I am fortunate that it was Dr. Young's partner that is my daughter's doctor I do intend to transfer to him as a doctor after reading this book if he is accepting new patients. I had no idea when I purchased this book the author was from Boston. I'm so glad he is!!



2. I read all the reviews on this book before buying it. Plus, it came recommended by my son's allergist. Amazon has a great price on it too. It was a quick read. I will hold on to it for reference. I just wish it had more resource listings for helping you locate peanut free foods.



3. I highly recommend this book to anyone recently diagnosed with, or having a child diagnosed with peanut allergy. Grandparents and other close family would also benefit from this book. (This should also be on the reading list for daycare employees and teachers!) Peanut allergy should not be taken lightly because of the serious consequences (which most people seem to be ingnorant about).
   
   This book is written in an easy-to-read question and answer style and covers all aspects of the condition. I have learned so much from this book and continue to reference it. I have highlighted many passages and am quick to show them to family or friends when they just don't seem to be "getting it".
   
   I can't recommend this book enough!



4. This is the most thorough book I've read on peanut allergies. You probably won't find this information on the internet, because most of the answers are substantiated with trials performed by experts.
   
   The book is set up in a question and answer form. All the questions are listed in the contents with pages showing where to find the answers. It is also easy to read, so you won't be stumbling over annoying medical jargon.



5. This is a great little book. It's a fast and easy read, but some how it manages to pack a ton of accurate material in there anyway. I bought a copy to give to my peanut allergic sons' teachers - and they actually read it. That tells me that it truly is an easy read - and that isn't a slam on teachers - it's just that they usually don't have time to read any of the info I bring them on peanut allergy.
   
   It isn't hysterical - it doesn't call for peanut bans in school - but it does take it very seriously and gives the reader the information necessary for them to make their own decisions about how to deal with the allergy.

5 comments about Identical Strangers: A Memoir of Twins Separated and Reunited.

1. I loved this book. I love reading about twins and their similarities. This is a fun and interesting story about twins who were separated at birth.
   Great summer reading.



2. I could not stop reading this book -- devoured it in a weekend. This is not just an analysis of the twin relationship or of adoption practice. Nor is it a typical narrative. It is a riveting personal story, like a diary, honestly told by two people suddenly faced with a stunningly unique challenge to their notions of what it means to be "me." The personal nature of the storytelling is what gripped me -- at times a bit ragged, at times emotionally inconsistent, and with twists and turns no novelist would dare invent. It's very real, and I often found myself wishing i could just go have coffee with Paula and Elyse to hear their latest. They are remarkably introspective people who question rather than just accept.



3. The bare outline of the story is captivating: twin girls are separated at birth, neither knows that the other exists, nor do the adoptive parents know, and then they not only find each other, they also find out that they were separated as part of a failed psychology study, and that mental illness is behind some of the experiments that were done.
   
   But despite the intrinsic interest in such a tale, the resulting book is less well-done than one might expect, especially since both twins are writers. Each event in their journey to discover the truth about themselves is told twice, in the voice of each woman, and there is a great deal more repetition than even this somewhat awkward device would entail. Again and again they discuss with each other and with us whether they're glad they found each other or not, how it feels to see one's own mannerisms in another person, and whether or not they really want to find their birth mother. Their soul-searching doesn't seem to go very deep, it just seems repetitive.
   
   And one of the oddly annoying things about their story is that in their photos on the back cover, they don't look like identical twins. In fact, they look more like mother and daughter. It's not quite clear how they even know that they *are* identical.
   
   I read this in a couple of days, and once I got straight who was who and which voice belonged to which sister, I enjoyed the suspense of what they would learn. But this does seem like it would have made a better magazine article than book.



4. Unless you're adopted, you cannot possibly truly understand the feelings all the secrets and lies generated by the archaic adoption system have fostered in the adoptee. This book offers invaluable insight, is well written, and most compelling. Ten years older than the twins, and involved in adoption searches for NYC adoptees, the Louise Wise process is a familiar one to me; interesting that when they closed, Spence-Chapin (Spence baby here) took over their mess. Agencies may have changed their tune over the years and through changing times, but only when all parties realize that truth is the best partner in adoption will any adoptee have a chance. Elyse and Paula have done well to shine a light on a terrible system that has harmed a multitude of victims.



5. I read maybe 1-2 books a year (excluding parenting books). A book has to grab me right away. This one did.

5 comments about Cheaper by the Dozen.

1. When Frank and Lillian Gilbreth married, he said he wanted to have an even dozen children and Lillian was happy to oblige, having six boys and six girls. Frank and Lillian worked as efficiency experts and Frank employed efficiency techniques at home including figuring out how to shave in the quickest amount of time; how to dress as quickly as possible; having everyone in the family get their tonsils removed at the same time; and holding an Assembly Call in which he whistled and timed how long it took the family to gather together. Frank was the disciplinarian while Lillian was willing to look the other way when the children acted up. Together they had all kinds of adventures, some on land, some at sea, many of them hilarious.
   
   Written by Frank Gilbreth and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey about their childhood, "Cheaper by the Dozen" is a very funny, old-fashioned read. The father stands out among all the characters, with his strict ideas about discipline and efficiency, yet having a nice sense of humor. Some of his ideas were a bit much, like having his children skip grades to get through school faster. While Frank is larger than life (literally), his wife Lillian is a more quiet character, seemingly in the background until you realize how much control she has over her husband. With twelve children, it's hard to keep them all straight, but a few of them stand out. Bill stands out most notably, with his penchant for playing practical jokes. He has some of the funniest moments in the book - like when he turns the table on his father who liked to scare them with his car horn; almost knocking the cook in the oven; or terrorizing his Aunt Anne. The other children who stand out are oldest daughters Anne and Ernestine who have the unenviable task of dealing with their father as they start to date. The book is more stream of consciousness than chronological and it can be hard to keep track of how old the children are. The book is full of humorous events including family trips in the car which always caused people to stare; family council meetings; a visit from a woman representing birth control who had no idea how large the family was; boat trips; and a visit from a psychologist. The book also has brief biographical sketches of both Frank and Lillian, although Frank's service during World War One is barely touched on. Although the book is humorous, it still touches on the difficulties of raising a large family, notably when Lillian had to travel by train from Boston to California with seven children who were sick for much of the trip. Some parts of the book made me cringe, especially when Martha had her tonsils removed after eating a heavy meal and when Lillian, tired of waiting at the hospital for her baby to be born, walked home while in labor. Still, most of the book was very funny.
   
   "Cheaper by the Dozen" is a nice, humorous read.



2. While some might consider "Cheaper by the Dozen" to be a children's book, I found it funny and interesting as well. As an only child, it was bewildering to even consider the idea of such a large family! In addition, I loved the father's motion study antics. Recommended for anyone seeking a lighthearted but worthwhile read.



3. We are a family that loves to be together. In the car sometimes we run out of things to talk about and the radio is not always the best for our 6 and 8 year old. So at the library we saw this and gave it a try. The kids books on tape make my husband and I fall asleep. So we went for this knowing nothing about it. Not big TV watching family. We loved it.We could not listen if not all four of us were not in the van or someone would get up set. It was nice. We still talk about this book on cd about the Dad and the family we have fell in love with. We got Marly and Me and that was nice but this was GREAT.



4. Everyone who has a funnybone needs to listen to this story. I read it as a child and it was hysterical to me then, and now as I sit and listen to it read, with some feeling...it is only funnier. And yet it is filled with the warmth of a family that loves and tries to know and understand one another--with all its warts and foibles. It's very real. Real; funny. Do yourself, or someone who needs a good laugh, a very real favor...get hold of this original audio story of "Cheaper By the Dozen." And ENJOY.



5. "Cheaper by the Dozen" is a wonderful, entertaining portrayal of life in the early part of the last century, combined with universal themes about family life that today's readers can very much relate to. As a member of a family of 10 children from New Jersey growing up in the middle of the twentieth century, this book about a large family from New Jersey in the early twentieth century particularly resonated with me. It was and still is one of my favorites. Frank and Lillian Gilbreth, were pioneers in scientific management and engineering, and this book portrays their entertaining adventures in applying these techniques to the raising of their 12 children. After not having read "Cheaper by the Dozen" in over twenty years, I recently read it again with my teenage son, and thoroughly enjoyed it - even more so than I had as a child, with the added perspective of parenthood. It is highly entertaining, and I literally had tears in my eyes I laughed so hard in certain sections.
   
   The book is written by two of the Gilbreth "dozen". Its anecdotal style is mostly light and entertaining, and a certain amount of poetic license was taken in writing about actual events. It should not be viewed as a completely accurate historical biography of the Gilbreth's, nor was that the intent. (If you are looking for that I would recommend "Time Out for Happiness", by Frank Bunker Gilbreth, Jr., and "Making Time" by Jane Lancaster, both of which are generally available. Internet searches will also lead you to lots of additional information, pictures and even some film footage of the Gilbreths.)
   
   Although sometimes portrayed as a book appropriate for children, I would not recommend this book for pre-teens for a number of reasons. First off, some of the language (although relatively mild by today's standards) as well as issues discussed (such as those hinted at and referenced in stories about the older daughters dating) are really not appropriate for pre-teens. Secondly, and my only real criticism of the book, is that there a few portions and references which were acceptable by the standards of 1948 when this book was published, but would now be considered less appropriate and insensitive: a small section containing a stereo-typical portrayal of a Chinese cook, a brief mention of the parents putting on a minstrel show to entertain the children (which went over my head as a teenage reader), and the referral by Mrs. Gilbreth to off-color language as "Eskimo". These are reflective of the time period, but a bit of guidance for younger readers on these issues might be useful (for my son, I used these as "teachable moments" regarding how standards have changed). I still highly recommend the book as an entertaining, fun read both for teenagers and adults.

No comments about Chicken Soup for the Soul: Older & Wiser: Stories of Inspiration, Humor, and Wisdom about Life at a Certain Age (Chicken Soup for the Soul).

5 comments about Verbal Abuse Survivors Speak Out; On relationship and recovery.

1. Verbally-abusive relationships were foreign to me, I thought. But life changes and I sought answers on what would make an individual become abusive when they hadn't been so to you before. This book tells many versions of bad people manipulating people they love for many reasons, but among the stories are common threads that will give all who believe they are suffering at the hands of an abuser, strength to stand up to them and freedom to leave them behind. Finally I saw patterns of abuse in his marriage and and the signs of illness that had not been visible through my rose-colored eyes of love. This books support to move forward to positivism was a great motivator. How we change when abused is frightening. Whatever rantionalizations, lies, and blame laid at your feet the abuser uses to justify the abuse, it is not anyone's fault but their own for their cruelty. I often scoffed at self-help books, but this is a topic that is needed. Thank you.



2. As a counsellor I value the contribution of Patricia Evans. She outlines what abuse is in great detail, and that is very valuable, but she ignores the fact that men are as much subject to abuse (verbal and otherwise) as women are. they do not report it, and hence it is assumed that they are not victims to the same extent as women are. Studies have shown that almost an equal percentage of men suffer abuse. In my own counselling practice I have as many men as women who are victims of abuse. it takes them a long time to admit it, as they fear being labelled as weak or wimpish! I suggest that Patricia Evans amends her titles and includes women to show that she is writing about the abuse of women, and admits in her introduction the men are also abused to at least as great an extent. Indeed, my experience shows that the violence suffered by men can be greater, because women often resort to using weapons to make up for their relative lack of physical strength. Were Miss Evans to make these changes I would give her book a 5 star rating.
   
   Dr Jim O'Shea



3. Author Patricia Evans meticulously researched, described and documented verbal abuse in her previous book, The Verbally Abusive Relationship. This time, she gives domestic abuse a human face by including the experiences of verbal abuse survivors, recounted in their own words. You witness their struggles, confusion, pain and courage as they endure abuse, rediscover themselves and, ultimately, hopefully, move on. Particularly heart-wrenching are the stories of women whose abuse was denied, not only by their abusers, but also by their family, friends and even their counselors, exacerbating their feelings of isolation, guilt and bewilderment. One survivor says, "When I talked to a therapist about it, she said to go shopping." Evans covers the same ground as in her previous books, but the addition of excerpts from victims' letters makes it worth the read. If you feel you might be suffering from verbal abuse, or care about someone who is, getAbstract recommends Evans' book. For relationship counselors and therapists, it's required reading.



4. I bought this book and was shocked how much I was shaking my head and agreeing with what was written. The hard part... I was in one of these replationships and did not realize until I got out what it had done to my self esteem. If you have this in your hands... read it... and move on. Life it to good to allow someone to do this to you.



5. This book would be much more helpful if it had more facts in the examples.

5 comments about When Pleasing Others Is Hurting You: Finding God's Patterns for Healthy Relationships.

1. I recently found out (at age 46) I am codependent. This has shaken my world. This book was extremely helpful. It gives a thorough description of the symptoms of codependency and why it develops. It also gives the reader hope that life can (and will) be different in the future. I especially appreciated the Christian viewpoint and the fact that it didn't assume an alcoholic problem in the family is the cause. Many other situations can cause a child to grow up codependent. It is very readable and other members of the family who live with the codependent will benefit from reading it as well.



2. Until this book I didnt even realize I was a people pleaser, just knew the back cover had some substance and points for my life. Then I bought it and read it and it changed my life! I went from worrying over everything and everyone. Worrying over how others felt even if I was right to stand up for myself to being a stronger woman. Men really will fill the voids in our emotional life! This book teaches you where you learned it, what caused it and how to eliminate the issues. Go Women! And it said some MEN are people pleasers too! Just about every emotional issue I had was linked some way to this! I feel great now! Most importantly, I understand completely.



3. If your not co-dependant before you read this book, you will be after. This book leads you to think one thing and then hits you with another at the last minute. This book will force you to seek counseling after you read it. I thought the book would be about helping me understand what to do when I feel certain feelings when others hurt me, but it's nothing like that at all. Advoid this book.



4. This book was recommended by a friend who thought it might be helpful. It has changed the way I see things, and most important, has helped me take much better care of myself. I am working my way out of codependence, a problem I've had much of my life. I'm learning how to set healthy boundaries, and this helps me be a better friend to others. I highly recommend this book to anyone trying to learn to set healthy boundaries for themselves.



5. Granted, I'm only 1/2 way finished, but within the first 2 chapters I was making some SERIOUS life/attitude/perception changes. I like being a giver, someone EVERYone can depend on (including myself). I tend to think, "At some point in time these people will come around and be there for me, too!" But often times, at the end of the day I just feel spent. Too tired for anyone, including my self. This book has helped me gain a clearer Godly perspective on the people in my life, recognizing patterns that are both healthy & unhealthy, and I've learned how to begin a healthy change so at the end of the day I feel I've done well for myself, as well.
   
   If you are the kind of person who tends to depend on others, I would like to recomend this book to you, as well so that you may see how your needyness and co-dependancy effects those who care for you.

5 comments about Parents, Teens and Boundaries: How to Draw the Line.

1. I have been doing family therapy for 15+ years. This is by far the best book I have ever seen for parents of teenagers. I almost always recommend it. And I sure wish I had had it to read when my kids were teens. The biggest problem is it's hard to find. Now that I see that Amazon has it, that's no longer a problem.



2. I found this book to be more of a self evaluation of oneself. I found it frequently brought up memories from my childhood experiences , some O.K., some not. Lots of self evaluation questions. It made me think some of the difficulties I was experiencing with my childs behavior stemmed from my own reactions based on my experiences. It is very hard to detach oneself from your own history. It does bring up some good points but I do not agree with a few items. It seems to refer mostly to older teens and not as much to younger teens ( 13-14). It does get you thinking though and so one can get good things from it.



3. I have been a therapist in private practice for over twenty years working mostly with teens and their parents. This book is very well written, and I would recommend it to struggling parents. Setting limits and finding the strength to set them, with today's demanding teen takes work! Ms. Bluestein shows us how.



4. Not helpful for me. It contained mostly definitions of terms, no useful follow thru information. Other books I have found are more percise.



5. Before my kids hit their teens, I thought that only bad parents had trouble with their teenagers. All parents of teens will be out there laughing at this thought -- including me.
   Dr. Bluestein's book is practical, respectful of both teens and parents, and realistic. She gives sensible ideas about setting boundaries in ways that don't lead to strife or focus on parental emotions.
   My advice: read this book before your kids reach their teens, so you'll have the skills you need and the family dynamic you want when the time comes.
   Dr. Bluestein has a website at [...] where you can read articles and excerpts and hear her podcasts. I listened, and then I could hear her comforting, down-to-earth voice while I read her book. It was like having a wise friend there with me -- something parents of teens can really use.

5 comments about Dating, Mating, and Manhandling: The Ornithological Guide to Men.

1. This is one of the funniest books I've ever read on the mating game!
   
   Ms. Frances has done her field work and her observations are not only witty and entertaining, but very insightful.
   
   Should be a "must read" for every female.



2. Lauren Frances is one clever fox.
   
   She knows how to 'play the cold/cruel game' the men so blatantly boast about..
   
   but in a warm/sophisticated and feminine manner. If men aren't human enough to stay with the woman he has just had a wonderful/intimate night with ..then so be it.. however he is clearly not human.. but a bird who flies away.. lol! This is the new revolutionary book to seduction and what mindset to have when playing this 'game' that men have started...
   
   lookout guys, you've stirred up some trouble!
   
   Lauren Frances is the leader to the new crew of women who are "pimps" (LOL!) to say the least... hehe



3. This book is awesome for all the single girls, newly single women. If you need direction in how to find a man, and how to learn his reactions this is the book for you.



4. Smart, almost too funny. I have presonaly recommenedd this great book to at least 5 ladies. Must have book to all woman. Love it.
   Thank You
   Lauran



5. I ordered this book for a friend because it sounded like light-hearted advice. Light-hearted it is, but it gives too much bad advice for me to like it. Any successful relationship needs honesty and she promotes too much deception and dishonesty. There is some good advice, but how are readers supposed to distinguish between good and bad advice. I thought about donating this book to the library, but I wouldn't want to be responsible for giving anyone a chance to read all this bad realtionship advice.

5 comments about Letters to My Son: A Father's Wisdom on Manhood, Life, and Love.

1. I gave this book to my husband to give to our older son.
   
   My husband liked it so much that he asked that I get
   another for our younger son.
   
   All seem to enjoy it very much.
   
   Rae



2. In my 61 years of male life experiences, this is my favorite book, for it puts to words human ideals that are so beneficial for people of all ages to understand.
   
   I found this book by chance in a used book store and bought it to read, to reflect on my experiences with my two sons and two step-children. Immediately I realized that Kent had put to words the things I had wanted to say to my children, but didn't know how to express it.
   
   I then bought 30 copies, giving them to my children and friends with children. I read it again, this time calling Kent and thanking him for writing his thoughts for me to share with others whom I love.
   
   I'm here at Amazon again, sending a link to Kent's Letters to a friend, who's husband has died, leaving their teenage son so alone. I'm constantly recommending this book, as well as quoting from it to share thoughts with others. When my brother-in-law died a couple months ago, Kent's thoughts on Tragedy and Suffering were most comforting to my sister and her in-laws. I know Kent's thoughts on Falling In Love I've shared with others has mended many a broken hearts.
   
   Kent's dedication page statement - "We are born male. We must learn to be men." implies it's a book for guys to read, but I know many gals who have found it a valuable read.
   
   I was just on a lengthy trip, with a number of extended layovers. Knowing this, of all I could have chosen to bring to read to make that time most worthwhile, I brought Letters to my Son. And I'll read it again and again.
   
   For years I've thought that too often people read one book after another, searching for something very meaningful to be made know to them. Here is a book I believe, if read a number of times in a thoughtful way, and taken to heart, it will be the most satisfying read ever. I've become certain that it's good enough to last my lifetime.



3. I had no problem reading the book. Basically, it is what most parents already know deep down. I enjoyed being reenforced regarding the difference between sex and making love. Perhaps if I xerox the pages and sent them to my sons they would know I was stating the facts. I do believe women think if you are intimate with them then you must be inn love. The only part I did not totally agree with is not working in a job you do not enjoy. There are times when we must pay the bills. And in another section that is basically what I understood the author to say. I think telling kids they don't have to work unless they enjoy the job is not the way to go. Work towards a better job while paying your bills.



4. This book is breathtakingly beautiful and honest in its intention and content. What it has to say is in a clear and measured voice that is not only wise but compassionate. Finally, we have an instruction manual for how to live a life that is meaningful, honorable, truthful, and very beautiful.



5. I read this book as part of my research in writing a similar inspirational / instructional book for my daughter. It was quite amazing, inspirational, instructional and the man's passion to pass on his wisdom was evident through each chapter and subject. The subject matter was presented simply, including chapters on sex, women, money, debt, love, etc. But He goes into such depth of male emotion and spirit, using stories from his own amazingly varied life. To read this book, you finish thinking that Kent is 200 years old, because his life accomplishments and adventures appear impossible to squeeze into one man's lifetime. This is one of those books that cannot help but leave the reader feeling a little better when he or she is done, and the world a little better place.

5 comments about Sleeping with Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Cosleeping.

1. Along with informed and informative contributions by William Sears, Meredith Small, and Peter Fleming, "Sleeping With Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Cosleeping" by James J. McKenna (Director of the Mother-Baby Behavioral Sleep laboratory, University of Notre Dame) is an instructional and safety guide for parents who sleep with their baby in their bed whether the practice is a nightly routine or an occasional event. "Sleeping With Your Baby" counters the popular notion that sleeping with an infant is dangerous to that child, and even morally suspect. Readers will find cogent and documented explanations for the potential benefits of cosleeping, how to minimize any hazards or risk factors, and just when, why, and how a parent should sleep with a baby. A very strongly recommended addition to personal and community library Parenting Studies reference collections, "Sleeping With Your Baby" is a seminal publication that should be read by every parent with an infant.



2. This is one of the best parenting books I have read. This book helps you make parenting decisions that can reduce your child's risk of dying of SIDS. Every parent needs to read this book. It is not based on someone's opinion that co-sleeping "feels right" it is based on real scientific research!! Dr. James McKenna is one of the top sleep researchers in infant sleep. It isn't just about sleeping with a baby in your bed, it is about sleeping with your baby very close to you - weather in a crib, co-sleeper, or bassinet. It also includes a lot of info on how breastfed infants also have a reduction of SIDS. And also explains who should not co-sleep with their baby -- such as parents who smoke.



3. Wonderful and informative.
   I would highly recommend this book to the professional and lay person alike.
   It has the latest research and information.
   References are great!



4. Being a 'science person' I loved reading about Dr. McKenna's research into co-sleeping relationships. Lots of information about why it is so good for your child to co-sleep and how for most people throughout history, co-sleeping was not a choice but assumed. As my daughter is already 14 mos old this book didn't give me any great insights, just confirmed with research what I have suspected based on my own experiences. I wish I had read it when she was younger - it would have saved me the painful week where we tried to transition my daughter back to her own room when it was suggested to us that she would sleep better by herself. She sleeps best next to me - cozy family bed.



5. If you have ever wondered why billion of babies around the world have survived eons of human history sleeping with their parents when it's obviously so dangerous, this is the book for you. If you cosleep with your baby, and your family is completely ballistic over it, this the is book for you (and them). If you are stumbling through the early days of parenting wondering why your baby screams bloody murder every time you lay him in his beautifully decorated nursery, this is the book for you. If you occasionally take your baby back to bed with you in a desperate bid for sleep, then feel horribly guilty in the morning, this is the book for you. This book is smart, easy to read and packed from front to back with scientifically validated information.
   
   This book is an incredibly easy read. I believe it's about ninety pages long, so even a sleep-deprived parent or a recalcitrant partner can read it quickly. Within those pages is a huge amount of information. Rather than expousing his pet theories, McKenna brings in the research, and lots of it. Nevertheless, he keeps his book accessible and easy to read. I was never overwhelmed by the technobabble that occasionally accompanies quotations of scientific research. McKenna doesn't tell you what is best for your baby. He doesn't tell you where your child has to sleep. He offers many different options and leaves it to each family to decide what works best for them. For each option, he also offers information about when it would not be safe. After reading this book, I felt validated in most of the sleeping choices our family has made. I also realized that one of them was extrememly dangerous - falling asleep with our baby on the couch. Finally, Dr. McKenna's credentials are impeccable, and much more reliable than the Juvenile Products Commission, who are lobbyists for crib-makers. (No mixed interests there!) He runs the only mother-infant sleep lab in the country that actually studies mothers and infants during sleep. He also has some great information in there about SIDS.
   
   This book is wonderful. It offers a wide-range of choices without the judgement that one finds in so many other parenting books, magazines, websites. McKenna obviously believes that babies belong near their parents, but he never claims that there is a one-sized-fits-all model for sleep. Rather than insulting our intelligence by attempting to persuade us to follow his plan, he offers options, explains which situations they are appropriate in and which they are not, and then leaves it to each family to make its own choices. All of this is wrapped up in an easy-to-read, very accessible package, which is especially appropriate for sleep-deprived parents and well-meaning in-laws.
   
   Happy sleeping,
   Sarah