THE MOST UP-TO-DATE, EXPERT ADVICE
FOR MOTHERS, FATHERS, AND CARE PROVIDERS FROM
THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS
From the most respected organization on child health comes thisessential resource for all parents who want to provide the verybest care for their children. Here is the one guide pediatriciansroutinely recommend and parents can safely trust, coveringeverything from preparing for childbirth to toilet training tonurturing your child’s self-esteem. Whether it’s resolving commonchildhood health problems or detailed instructions for coping withemergency medical situations, Caring for Your Baby and Young Childhas everything you need.
?Basic care from infancy through age five
? Guidelines and milestones for physical, emotional, social, andcognitive growth
?A complete health encyclopedia covering injuries, illnesses,congenital diseases, and other disabilities
?Guidelines for prenatal and newborn care with sections onmaternal nutrition, exercise, and screening tests duringpregnancy
?An in-depth guide to breastfeeding, including its benefits,techniques, and challenges
?A complete guide for immunizations and updated information onvaccine safety
?A guide for choosing child care programs and car safetyseats
?Ways to reduce your child’s exposure to environmental hazards,such as secondhand smoke
? Sections on grandparents, building resilience, media, andmultiples
? New chapters on sleep and on allergies—including foodallergies
?New content on prebiotics and probiotics, organic foods, andother healthy lifestyle topics
?And much more