Dr. Bob Owens teaches new parents how to interpret their child's gurgles and coos-and the best ways to respond to build confidence in their babies. With illustrations and examples, he shares the proven techniques that have made him a leader in the field-enjoyable baby-parent "conversations" and games that lead to happier, brighter, more well-adjusted children.

Help Your Baby Talk includes:

€ 15 easy-to-follow strategies for having educational "conversations" with babies

€ A Month-by-Month Baby Development and Activity Guide for the first two years-more than 200 age-appropriate exercises, play songs, and games that grow in complexity to match the baby's development

€ Advice on how to turn ordinary situations and parental tasks-like feedings and diaper changes-into fun learning opportunities

€ Watchlists-to help parents know what to expect from their baby at each stage