The Baby Care Book: A Complete Guide from Birth to 12-Month Old
By Jeremy Friedman
From Publishers Weekly Starred Review. Two leading pediatricians at Toronto's internationally esteemed Hospital for Sick Children (aka Sick Kids) combine their expertise with that of five other pediatricians and a nurse practitioner in this comprehensive guide to the first 12 months of life. The book opens with a useful section on concepts and decisions that should be addressed before the baby is born, such as choosing a doctor, preparing siblings and purchasing equipment. The authors also discuss a variety of family situations, including single, same sex and adoptive parents. Following sections cover development and medical concerns in the first days, weeks and months, giving special attention to feeding, sleep issues, play, safety and how to care for a sick baby. Frequently Asked Questions sections will be particularly useful to first-time parents. Much like a good pediatrician, the text is straightforward and personable, and more than 200 color photos of parents and children provide an intimate, playful touch. The authors successfully create a clear, objective, and, above all, practical guide in this instructive and visually lively resource. (Sept.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Review This excellent baby care resource should not be overlooked.... great photographs and everything you'll need to parent with confidence. (Susan Day Nashville Parent Magazine )Straightforward and personable, and more than 200 color photos of parents and children provide an intimate, playful touch. (Publishers Weekly ) About the Author Jeremy Friedman, MD, MBChB, FRCP(C) is the Chief of Pediatric Medicine at The Hospital for Sick Children and an associate professor, pediatrics, at the University of Toronto. Norman Saunders, MD, FRCP(C) is a staff pediatrician at The Hospital for Sick Children and an associate professor at the University of Toronto.
A MUST have for new parents I had originally checked out this book through our local library and from reading it, decided we would definitely need it on hand as our little guy grew through his first year. It is very comprehensive and covers aspects of baby care that I would not have even thought of! It is a very easy read with larger print and lots of pictures to illustrate the current discussion. Great information without judgment. I loved this book. I was a first time parent to be when I bought it. This book took me from totally freaked out to being just fine and having a good idea of how to handle most situations. This book contains loads of information and lots of pictures. Unlike other books it does not tell you how to parent, just what your child needs to be healthy and happy. If I may also suggest a couple books that made my life a lot easier... Baby Bargains, 8th Edition: Secrets to Saving 20% to 50% on Baby Furniture, Gear, Clothes, Toys, Maternity Wear and Much, Much More! (Paperback) (This is a must to not buy a bunch of unneeded baby items and it goes over how well baby products compare, such as car seats and strollers) Good Night Sleep Tight: The Sleep Ladys Gentle Guide to Helping Your Child Go to Sleep, Stay Asleep, and Wake Up Happy (Paperback) Easy to understand with info on evey topic This is a simple to understand direct and to the point book. Covers all topics from playing to illnesses, and has tons of info I haven't found in other books. Since it covers so much, it is very direct and to the point, it does not repeat it self, and find it very informative. I like the pictures and illistrations that help. The short stories of other children is cute and quite helpful to see when other children typically learn new things...or how your child may compare.
