Plush blankets, cute outfits and fluffy toys are all delightful gifts to purchase for loved ones with a new baby. But a book's benefits are twofold – it’s a gift for the parent as well as the baby.
It’s never too early for parents to start reading out loud to that new bundle of joy they’ve just brought into the world. Books strengthen the parent-child bond, lay the foundations for children’s language and literacy skills, and help establish routines – plus it’s something both parties can enjoy. That is, provided you have a good library of stories.
So, we’ve compiled a list of books that are perfect for reading between feeding, napping, changing and all the mayhem that comes with being a new parent.
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