The Parents Answer Book: From Birth Through Age Five (Paperback)

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Having children means having questions... Why isn't my baby rolling over yet? Will my child start talking soon? How can I get my toddler to eat her vegetables? When will my child be ready to use the potty? What type of preschool is best? The Parents Answer Book provides the answers. Parenthood is a time of overwhelming emotions-and questions. Like a wise, trusted friend, this comprehensive resource tells you everything you'll need to know to raise a happy, healthy, safe, and secure child, from birth through age five. Newborn Basics, an illustrated introduction to infant care, helps you through the daily routines and quandaries that begin the moment you get home from the hospital. An "owner's manual" for new parents, it takes you from day one through the first year, when your information needs are greatest. As They Grow covers physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones in a young child's life and underscores what you can do to promote your child's growth, featuring: * Developmental timelines * Q & A sidebars that address parents' pressing concerns * "It Worked for Me" parent-tested solutions * "Time for You" sidebars for new mothers * "Dos and Don'ts" for handling tricky situations Your Child's Health gives you all the tools you'll need to ensure your child's well-being with a thorough guide to good health, nutritional practices, and preventive care, including: * A-Z guide to symptoms and treatments, covering everything from the flu to meningitis * Immunizaitons * First aid and medical emergencies * Special sidebars on "When to Call the Doctor" and "Pediatricks," original tips from pediatricians Safe and Sound provides step-by-step guidance on creating a safe home and a safe environment wherever you go throughout your child's life, covering: * Childproofing the home * Outdoor and travel safety * "Parents Alert" boxes that highlight specific dangers * "It Happened to Us" real-life vignettes The Parents Answer Book is the one resource every family should have on their bookshelf

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The Resource Every Family Should Have On Their Bookshelf!

Newborn Basics, an illustrated introduction to infant care, helps you through the daily routines and quandaries that begin the moment you get home from the hospital. An "owner's manual" for new parents, it takes you from day one through the first year, when your information needs are greatest.

As They Grow covers physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones in a young child's life and underscores what you can do to promote your child's growth in each area.

Your Child's Health gives you all the tools you'll need to ensure your child's well-being with a thorough guide to healthy habits and preventive care, including an A to Z list of common symptoms and treatments.

Safe and Sound provides step-by-step guidance on creating a safe home and a safe environment wherever you go throughout your child's life.
--This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 896 pages
• Publisher: Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press; Revised edition (August 12, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312263724
• ISBN-13: 978-0312263720
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #393,335 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the best parenting books I have read so far!!!, March 15, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Rockford, MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Parents Answer Book: Everything You Need to Know About Your Child's Physical, Emotional, and Cognitive Development, Health, and Safety (Hardcover)

There is only one thing I disagree in this book which had a very small section suggesting letting a baby cry for an extended period because it says it is important for a baby to learn to comfort him/herself and handle returning to sleep on his/her own. I am against letting a baby younger than 6 months to cry it out under any circumstances. If my baby was 6 months or older, I may let him cry him out at night only for 5-10 minutes maxium. That is also why I only gave it 4 stars. Other than that, I believe the book was very well-written and organzied. The book talks about the newborn basics, covers physical, emothional and cognitive milestones, your child's health etc.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great baby care book - especially for first-timers!, August 21, 2007

By	J. Leff (Vernon Hills, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Parents Answer Book: From Birth Through Age Three (Parent's Picks) (Mass Market Paperback)

This book was well organized and well written.
We used this as a general guideline for our first baby, and it gave us lots of information in a very readable format - everything from picking out your layette to diaper care to various ailments and basic treatments.
Our daughter is now two years old, and we still keep this book handy and occassionally reference it to learn something new.
We just bought this book for some of our best friends who are now also first-time parents, and would highly recommend it for other new parents as well.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars not for preemie parents, March 8, 2007

By	Michelle Schanbacher "Michelle26" (New York) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Parents Answer Book: From Birth Through Age Three (Parent's Picks) (Mass Market Paperback)

I bought this book under a search for preemie parenting books. It has good general information for full term babies, but if you're the parent of a preemie it's really not for you.