Book description
From the author of Expecting Better and The Family Firm, an economist's guide to the early years of parenting. "Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down." --LA Times "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.
Doz Killer
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Baby Spell
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
VisionVortex
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Instant Star
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Silent
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MysticMingle
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360
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101
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Star Scratch
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Ozzie Treat
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Screwtape
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
ManBreaker
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Forger
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Clang Glyph
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Highway
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New York Winder
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Zesty Dragon
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature.
Lady Pomegranate
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Joker's Grin
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Insane SweepKick
Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a technological marvel. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience