GOLD and SILVER - 2023 Feathered Quill Book Awards GOLD - 2022-23 Reader Views Literary Awards SILVER - 2023 Nautilus Book Awards Winner -2023 IndieReader (Parenting) Finalist - 2022 Foreword INDIES Finalist - 2023 Next Generation Book Awards Finalist - 17th Annual NIEA Book Awards " I felt seen and cared for while reading this book, empowered by scientifically sound, accurate information presented in a clear, kind way. THIS IS IT. THIS IS THE BOOK " Do you feel overloaded with baby care advice? Are you finding that many parenting techniques contradict each other, while all claiming to be “best” and “right”? As a scientist and mother, Anya Dunham knew there couldn’t be only one right way, and that raising a baby requires more than techniques. She examined hundreds of studies on infant development, sleep, and feeding through the lens of her research field, ecology, and made a key discovery: There is a biologically optimal nurturing environment for all babies – and within it, a variety of healthy options to meet different babies’ unique needs. In Baby Ecology , you will find: Scientific findings most relevant to everyday baby care - A shift from techniques (reactively solving problems) to a holistic approach (proactively creating the environment for success) - Ten biology-based, interconnected building blocks of the environment that nurtures every baby’s unfolding abilities - A guide to creating these building blocks in your home in a way that works best for your unique baby and your circumstances Unlike other parenting books, Baby Ecology offers both scientific findings and helpful advice. Use it to create a strong foundation for your baby, while bringing less stress and more joy to your parenting journey. "A compassionate, practical and scientific resource for the parenting journey." -- Janis Keyser , author of Becoming the Parent You Want to Be , PITC Faculty and Facilitator "Valuable information thoughtfully and gently presented" -- Enid Elliot , PhD, Early Learning and Care Faculty, Camosun College "I felt seen and cared for while reading this book. At no point did I feel shamed or judged - I only ever felt empowered by scientifically sound, accurate information presented in a clear, kind way. THIS IS IT. THIS IS THE BOOK." -- Kelsey Pinder , MEd "Educational and encouraging at the same time." -- Rabia Tanveer, Readers' Favorite "Practical, fact-based and reassuring" -- Elizabeth Pantley , author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution "A refreshing guide for new parents focused not on specific techniques but rather on the big picture elements that matter most. Highly recommend!" -- Alice Callahan , PhD, author of The Science of Mom "Excellent book ... easy to read and absorb" -- 2023 Feathered Quill Book Award (2nd place in Informational Nonfiction, 1st place as Debut Author)