The Book That Saved My Sanity (and My Sleep): Preparation for Parenting
Okay, let’s be real for a minute.
Before I had a baby, I thought “winging it” was a solid plan. I figured I’d go with the flow, listen to my gut, and maybe read a few cute Pinterest quotes when things got tough.
Then the baby came.
And let’s just say… the flow was more like a flood. I was tired. Confused. Overwhelmed. I had no idea when to feed, when to let them nap, or why everyone kept saying, “sleep when the baby sleeps” (LOL—has anyone actually done that?!).
Enter: Preparation for Parenting – the book that quite literally changed my entire approach to motherhood.
🍼 The Simple Secret: Feed, Wake, Sleep
This book introduced me to the Feed, Wake, Sleep cycle, and honestly, it was a total game-changer. Instead of guessing and second-guessing what my baby needed, this structure gave me clarity. It helped me feel in control without being controlling—and THAT is the sweet spot of parenting, especially in those newborn days.
Here’s the basic idea:
- Feed your baby first thing when they wake.
- Have a short Wake window to play, change, cuddle.
- Then let them Sleep before they get overtired.
And repeat. That’s it. Magical. It sounds almost too simple, right? But it works.
This rhythm helped me learn my baby’s cues, set up healthy sleep habits, and most importantly—it gave me space to breathe.
💛 Why I Recommend It to Every New Mom
This book is like that wise, non-judgy friend who tells it to you straight—but gently. No fluff. No guilt. Just a really practical, calm, biblical approach to early parenting. It’s not about doing everything perfectly; it’s about finding a rhythm that brings peace to your home and sanity to your brain.
If you’re a new mom feeling the fog, or a soon-to-be mom staring at your baby registry wondering what am I even doing? — this is the one book I’d say: please read this.
📚 Ready to Make Motherhood Feel Less Like a Blur?
Here’s where you can grab your copy of Preparation for Parenting:
Seriously—if you only read one parenting book before baby comes (or even after), let it be this one. It simplified everything for me in a season that felt anything but simple.
Final Thoughts (from One Exhausted-but-Encouraged Mom to Another)
You’ve got this. And you don’t need a thousand gadgets or a color-coded schedule to raise a happy, thriving baby. Sometimes, all it takes is a fresh perspective and a good nap schedule.
And maybe a hot coffee. Always the coffee.
With love and no-fuss advice,
Mom Mode: Easy