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Everyday Pediatrics for Parents

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Dr. Grossman writes clearly and with humor about
children's health. His approach is designed to
help parents think through medical issues and the
challenges of parenting, using professional advice
as an aid but not a substitute for trusting their
own common sense.

I recommend this book as a reference guide for both
new and experienced parents.

Dr. Grossman writes an easy-to-read, down-to-earth guide to raising kids that is informative without being preachy. I have referred to it countless times and found his advice to be right on target. When I was growing up, Dr. Grossman was our family pediatrician. He consistently put himself out to ensure the best possible care for my siblings and me. I have a great deal of admiration and respect for his knowledge of children and families. I HIGHLY recommend this book for all parents.

Our daughter has used this book a lot in the first couple of years of our granddaughter's life. It's rare that she can't find answers to a her questions. In fact, she and her husband will often say to each other, 'Let's see what Elmer says.'

As a physician myself, I highly recommend this commonsense book on the medical and developmental questions new parents have about their children. Dr. Grossman's writing style is always graceful, often humorous, and simply browsing in the book is a pleasure.

This is our favorite parenting book by far. Dr. Grossman is blessedly rational and reasonable. We think it's a wonderful resource.

Dr. Elmer Grossman, a now-retired pediatrician from Berkeley, CA. shares his insights, quips, and "Grossman's Laws" for the birkenstock and snugli set. Dr. Grossman may have wanted to be a psychiatrist because that seems to be his passion, in addition to anthropology and cultural norms. Some of his observations are insightful, but at times you'll be tempted to scream "enough already!" An energetic editor would have been an asset to rein in his tendency to pontificate. If you want straight facts and crisp details this is not the pediatrics book you'd want in an emergency. On the other hand, if you like to ponder family/child issues, dive right in!

Dr. Grossman was actually my pediatrition growing up in the bay area. I remember his kind care, big smile and big nose. When I became a mother and went to my own mother for advice, she often quoted "Grossman's Laws." She also spoke with respect about what a great partner Dr. Grossman was in helping her to maintain her children's health. I have found that same useful partnering to ease my mind and educate me on many subjects in the pages of this book.

I have met this man, and I'm surprised that such a cold, uncaring person could be so lauded. Oh well, I guess he treats some patients better than others.