Cribsheet

Cribsheet, a gripping masterpiece by Emily Oster, is a must-read for anyone seeking a blend of compelling narrative and insightful analysis. Published in the year 2020 by the Penguin Publishing Group, this book has captivated readers across the globe. The genre of the book is not specified, but Oster's unique writing style and the intriguing title 'Cribsheet' promise a delightful reading experience. The author, Emily Oster, is renowned for her thought-provoking works, and 'Cribsheet' is no exception. The book's publication by the esteemed Penguin Publishing Group further assures the quality and depth of the content. Written in English, 'Cribsheet' is a testament to Oster's literary prowess and is sure to leave a lasting impression on its readers.

The instant New York Times bestseller!An NPR Book of the YearFrom the author of Expecting Better, an economist's guide to the early years of parenting."The book is jampacked with information, but it's also a delightful read because Oster is such a good writer." -NPR With Expecting Better, award-winning economist Emily Oster spotted a need in the pregnancy market for advice that gave women the information they needed to make the best decision for their own pregnancies. By digging into the data, Oster found that much of the conventional pregnancy wisdom was wrong. In Cribsheet, she now tackles an even greater challenge: decision-making in the early years of parenting. As any new parent knows, there is an abundance of often-conflicting advice hurled at you from doctors, family, friends, and strangers on the internet. From the earliest days, parents get the message that they must make certain choices around feeding, sleep, and schedule or all will be lost. There's a rule-or three-for everything. But the benefits of these choices can be overstated, and the trade-offs can be profound. How do you make your own best decision? Armed with the data, Oster finds that the conventional wisdom doesn't always hold up. She debunks myths around breastfeeding (not a panacea), sleep training (not so bad!), potty training (wait until they're ready or possibly bribe with M&Ms), language acquisition (early talkers aren't necessarily geniuses), and many other topics. She also shows parents how to think through freighted questions like if and how to go back to work, how to think about toddler discipline, and how to have a relationship and parent at the same time. Economics is the science of decision-making, and Cribsheet is a thinking parent's guide to the chaos and frequent misinformation of the early years. Emily Oster is a trained expert-and mom of two-who can empower us to make better, less fraught decisions-and stay sane in the years before preschool.