Parenting: Newborn Babies - Little Enigmas: The Saga of First Six Months

by R.P. Bansal

Babies are enigmas, showing strange presentations!

A haemoglobin level of 18 grams at birth and of 9 grams at 3 months! Visible jaundice in the first week of life!

Weird looking head swellings, blood in the diapers, milk in the nipples of a newborn baby!

A window on the head!

Their foreheads are always warm, do they have fever?

How much should they be wrapped or how frequently they be fed?

What is the normal growth of a baby after birth?

What should be the diet or the supplements?

How to handle a crying or a coughing baby?

This book deals with all these and many more interesting situations faced by the parents of a newborn baby during the first six months of life.

Genres: Parenting

168 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 29, 2021

Reviews

[Deepi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book talks about the interesting and difficult situations, every parents faces when babies are born till they reach 6 months. Being a pediatrician himself the author explains every situation from breastfeeding to complementary food so vividly.

This book has many interesting facts about babies. One of those I admired was babies have brown fats under their skin till two years of age to regulate their body temperature. It has pretty much everything helpful to grow a healthy baby. This book would be so useful to parents who have newborn babies. Others like me who are interested in knowing about babies and their activities can also pick this book.

[Savi · Rating 3 out of 5]

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About the author :-
"Newborn babies - little enigmas" by Dr. R.P Bansal ,
who is a consultant paediatrician in the city of Chandigarh.

About the book :-
The book is specifically for new parents ( anyone can read it) . The book aims to provide the reader with an insight into the newborn's wonderful life in an enchanting way.

Book Summary :-
A new born is an enigma, a bundle of joy and a gift of nature.
For the family, the new arrival marks the culmination of their prayers and dreams. For thee lucky mother, child-birth is life-changing and a self-actualization event.
No stone is left unturned by the parents in choosing the right environment, clothing, food and everything else for the little one.
Despite all their intentions and efforts, the parents of a new born may face an to cope up with such times.

Writing style :-
The book is written in an interesting way so that it'll be engaging to the parents or the readers. It shows some scenes from the life of the baby.
This book has 6 sections that explains 'the saga of first six months' of the baby.

Somethings I liked :-
The author has talked about 'Gudti', which is the name given to the belief that 'the baby would take after the character and qualities of the person giving gudati' in some parts of India and honey has the most exalted place among various fluids used for this purpose.
The author has talked about how he, as being a qualified paediatrician had studied about honey causing botulism ( a sort of paralysis) , especially if given to newborn babies.
He has shown how 'first taste' or 'Gudti' has no place in modern baby care practice and should be firmly resisted as it may cause some infection or injury to the tender body of the hapless newborn!

Some interesting queries are also answered like 'when do the baby start hearing and seeing' , 'when can a baby be taken in an aeroplane' and all other stuffs that are related to the baby and baby care.

Conclusion :-
The book is good and the author's hardwork can be seen throughout the book. But it's more specified to newborn baby's parents or people who are expecting a baby.
(If you know such people, do recommend this book to them) But I'll not recommend this book to everyone, unless they are newborn baby's parents or are interested in paediatrician studies or parenting.

My rating :- 3.5/5

[Murshidha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Assalamu Alaikum 😊, 'A newborn is an enigma, a bundle of joy and a gift of nature' - lines from the book

Book📗: 'New Born Little Enigmas Babies' by Dr. R. P. Bansal

Genre 📸: Non fiction (Baby care)
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Overall Ratings 🌟 : 5 / 5
Pages📚: 180
Language : Easy and Stylish
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❣Arrival of new born in a family is always an occasion filled with joy and care. But do you think it is easy to handle cute little newborns? Each and every babies have their own comfort and discomfort. For understanding different stages of babies, their commonly and rarely occured problems, home remedies, preventive measures and much more can be learnt from the book.

❣ Learn more about ancient irrelevant customs, difficulties during birth, clothing, Haemoglobin levels and even proper diaper hygiene from this book. I admire the part where author(Doctor) resolves the health issues with minor changes in feeding, weaning mistakes and clothing of babies.

❣ Basically is categorised into 6 main sections with many chapters under each. Case studies are mentioned which will be really helpful in gaining proper insights. Minor fever, day to day complaints to major heart problems are inclusive. Literally, I had learnt many things.

❣ If you an expecting or a new mother or even if you are a normal person who is interested in learning more about little enigmas(babies), i would surely recommend the book!!

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[Solitude and books · Rating 5 out of 5]

NewBorn  Babies Little Enigmas

By R. P. Bansal is the saga of first six months of a babies life. New borns are bundle of joys spreading smile on everybodies lips but they require utmost sophisticated care until 6 months. Many a times new parents get baffled with the new situations. For their parents it is life changing event. They also face intriguing cases that they have never faced earlier and thus may end up taking wrong decision and jeopardize child's health and find anxiety at all corners.



This book is a good guidance for them that is intended to help parents to cope up with such times. Based on author's interactions as a doctor in this field with newborns and families, he hopes this tales will be interesting and educative to the readers. 


So he has divided the book into 6 sections wherein his aim is to provide the reader with an insight into the new borns wonderful life wherein he bursts myths and lay any undue anxiety in the parent's minds by addressing loads of topics like how early days can be, facts about swollen parts and painful swells on heads, blood spots in eyes, milk in their nipples, cases of early jaundice, how mother's milk is god's blessing, facts about bottle feeding, formula feeding, fever, vomiting, Diarrhoea, coughing, foul smell, cradle crap, harnia, fungus in mouth, diaper rashes, oil massages, teething, and many such topics that will help parents who are readers to understand do's and dont's in the process. 


It cannot fathom how helpful and insightful book it is. Recommended to all new parents who would like to dive into this field to nurture a  healthy baby. 

[Rehana · Rating 5 out of 5]

NEWBORN BABIES, LITTLE ENIGMAS BY DR. R. P. BANSAL

This is a self help book regarding the common problems faced in new borns. Dr. R.P. Bansal is a famous Indian paediatrician and this book is his way of educating his patients and other people regarding child care. Reading this book felt very nostalgic to me. It took me back to the days of my paediatric internship when this was all commonly seen everyday in the ward.

The book is divided neatly into many chapters of common newborn physiological conditions, the conditions that should worry the parents, health issues faced during toddler and adolescent stage. It covers entirely from newborn care, breast feeding, physiological issues to paediatric diseases.

PROS: Every medical condition is explained in simple and understandable terms.
This book is a myth buster - It’s common for new parents to be worried regarding every symptom that develops in a neonate. Hence, they end up consulting google treatments or self medicate or follow home remedies which may be harmful. This book has given a clear picture of every condition, so you can avoid all the above mentioned situations.
This may even be helpful for paramedics and midwives.
Pretty cover page and indexed very well for quick reference.
The author has also shared several case scenarios and case studies for references.

CONS: This is a must read for new parents or parents to be or to anyone who has kids at home (to all the uncles and aunts) or around. I am not being partial but this book is perfect for this genre.

My review: 5/5

[Rutuja Ramteke · Rating 5 out of 5]

On 19 Oct 2021, by God's grace we welcomed a little baby girl in our lives and ever since I met her first, I was in love with the innocence of her eyes. This was my first encounter with a new born and the experience has been amazing but of course there are so many things that are happening once a baby is born and everything is chaotic, no one understands why they're crying or what they want and what's normal and what's not. I luckily came across this book and I feel so blessed to have discovered it.
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This is a total guide about parenting the new born babies since day one till six months, Dr Bansal did a great job in making the new parents understand about the needs of a new born and how to tackle their problems effortlessly. Since, I personally witnessed the chaotic situation, I will say this book personally helped me and my sister's family.
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From the changes that were happening in her bodies to why she is not taking milk and how to feed and how much to feed, how to massage and when to start it, this book has it all.
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I never came across a book that is this helpful, this book is really a blessing for new parents and their family. I bet this one will help you to the fullest, if you're a new mom or mom to be then please don't miss it out.

I honest insist to give it a try. Highly recommended.
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Rating: 4.5⭐️

[Sreya Das · Rating 4 out of 5]

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NEW BORN BABIES: LITTLE ENIGMAS – DR. R.P. BANSAL
QOTD: Being born is a challenge, and the baby accepts it.

Babies are enigmas, showing strange presentations!
Being a parent of a newborn ain’t an easy task. Parents face great deal of trouble understanding their baby and its health during the first six months.
This book deals with many such situations faced by parents and also gives us an inside view through several case studies by Dr. R.P. Bansal.
The book also contains several advices of what are the do's and don'ts for parents of a newborn. It also gives a detailed study about how to treat a sick baby. The book follows six months in the life of a newborn, from birth to managing a febrile baby at home and highlights how to deal with different ailments that a new born might get affected with.
I would suggest all parents of new borns to read this book once to gain better knowledge about their little enigma. One piece of advice - Do Not Panic!
Overall it was a good read, such a sturdy, well-considered board book and a must for parents of a newborn.

[Diksha Sundriyal · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Newborn Babies: Little Enigmas, Dr R.P Bansal addresses the problems faced by parents of newborn babies and presents the solutions that will surely put them at ease. There are six sections in it, each dealing with a different kind of problem. Dr Bansal never beats around the bush, and that’s the best thing about reading his book. The descriptions are always precise and concise. He busts a lot of myths, which are prevalent in Indian households.
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This book serves its purpose very well. The only thing where I can recommend some improvement is the grammar. There were a lot of punctuation errors, most of which were common mistakes.
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All in all, 
Newborn Babies: Little Enigmas is very illuminating. It is well-written and well-informed, presented to the reader in as easy and simple terms as possible. This one is a must-read for parents who are ready to welcome, or have already welcomed, a newborn in their lives.

[Ritik Rajan · Rating 4 out of 5]

"He makes eye contact with the person he interacts with."

Through this book the author has described his interactions with his patients, being clear about causes, symptoms and remedies for certain diseases, injuries, side-effects and disabilities that a child may face after their first interaction with the world. The author has been specific about handling and care tips and about the minor and major symptoms that would help parents understand and take proper care of thier beloved child in a better way.

This book made me realise of how delicate we've all been at times and still managed to sustain in this fast moving world with best support systems in form of our parents. It also helped me understand different facts about the newborn and understand human creation in a better way.

I would recommend this book to anyone who's new into parenting or is expecting to be parents soon. The book would also be beneficial for someone practicing in this medical field.

[Disha · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Being born is a challenge, and the baby accepts it!”

Dr RP Bansal is a Consultant Paediatrician in Chandigarh. In this book, he has explained his experiences as paediatrician while interacting with the tiny tots and their families, in addition to the basic of newborn growth.
Right from irrelevant customs and traditions to serious medical issues, the author has covered everything of a newborn baby during the first six months. Case studies have been discussed.

The book is very well divided into six sections keeping it quite organised. The language is very easy. Medical terms and conditions are explained very well.
Being a medico, I found it quite interesting and informative. Small chapters made the book even more captivating. Overall I enjoyed reading this book.
Highly recommended to all the young parents and people in search of knowledge.

[Nasrat · Rating 4 out of 5]

“A new-born is an enigma, a bundle of joy and a gift of nature. For the family, the new arrival marks culmination of their prayers and dreams.”

It is true. With the birth of a child, the greatest gift that God bestows, comes a sacred responsibility of love and care. Dr R. P. Bansal, a consultant paediatrician from Chandigarh, has put together pictures and personal stories to help show how new parents should take care of their new-borns.

Throughout the book, readers will learn the importance of the first six months of the newborn, from birth to feeding, growth to misconceptions, myths and every issue. It's a good recommendation for new parents or soon-to-be parents. Nevertheless, it isn't a self-help guide, and also suggests taking proper consultations when needed.

[Natasha Borah · Rating 3 out of 5]

The author is a pediatrician based in Chandigarh with more than 3 decades of experience. In this debut book, he shares insights into the first six month's life of a newborn baby.👶

He covers almost all basics of the first 6 months like what is normal and what is not, feeding and sleeping patterns, developmental milestones, ailments, concern points, do's and don'ts, etc. He has shared incidents from his own practice experience, which gives a realistic feel to the target audience.👫

My daughter is now 2 years old. So reading the book was quite nostalgic. Can't say that it is brilliantly written, but is more of a practical guide. However, it can be a handy book for new parents and parents to be.

[Megha Bhatia · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book, the author addresses the problems faced by parents of newborn babies and present solutions for them as well. The book is a very simple read. It's a must read for to be or new parents of a new born child.

The book is divided in 6 parts, each dealing with different kinds of problems. The descriptions are precise and concise. It's written in an interesting way which makes it easier for parents or readers to read. The book serves it's purpose very well. The personal recommendation from author is really commendable.

I recommend it to new parents as it will really help them in understanding their child's problems as well as need.

[Aakash · Rating 5 out of 5]

As the story's title suggests, newborn babies are little enigmas, and this book attempts to help new parents comprehend the joy and mystery of their own greatest abilities.

The writing is fascinating and the language is easy for most readers to understand. The book briefly introduces some medical terms. It provides useful details for newborn care. Although this book is for new parents, I'm sure anyone reading this will learn something that may help them when they decide to become parents in the future.

This book is a must-read for new parents and soon-to-be parents. This book really helps them get to understand their children better and treat them in the best way.

[Walkwitha_book · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book deals with all these and many more interesting situations faced by the parents of a newborn baby during the first six months of life.

This is a beautiful compilation of anecdotes and incidents for new parents or to be parents for their new born.

This is a very simple read. A definite read for new parents, this will help them a lot to understand their baby better.

The cover is beautiful with a 3D base. The quality of the pages are good. The title compliment the content. The language is simple and easy to understand with few technical words.

[Sangeeta Kadam · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is one of the best book till now I've found about babies and in depth too. Talks about the jaundice, milk in the nipples, what mistakes not to commit, about the weight of the infant, fictitious fever, vomitting, diarrhoea, coughing, crying baby. Well explained about the transition of a born baby to a six month healthy baby, about how new the change be's for a mother too, how important the role of a doctor is, the best book for parents expecting a child.

[Tiya Khera · Rating 4 out of 5]

The most significant thing I concluded from this book is the personal advice coming from the author,the detailed description of everything is worth to read for all the newly parents.
This book contains and covers all important topics and discussion of that phase.
This book is indeed, worth to read.

[Khushi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A new born in a family brings a lot of , relaxation and stress all together. It doesn't seem very easy to take care of a newborn.

This book gives all the information about the difficulties of having a baby. And all the after effects of it as well as the health care needed.

They have also mentioned case studies which helps understand the insights clearly.

[Mitali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely helpful to new parents

Very basic queries have been covered and many common myths busted with clear, simple explanations. Well done! Big thumb up!