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Caring for Your Baby and Young Child, 6th Edition: Birth to Age 5

Name: Caring for Your Baby and Young Child, 6th Edition: Birth to Age 5
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Book Synopsis: From the American Academy of Pediatrics, the most up-to-date, expert advice for mothers, fathers, and care providers. All parents want to provide the very best care for their children. This essential resource from the most respected organization on child health is the one guide pediatricians routinely recommend and parents can safely trust, covering everything from preparing for childbirth to toilet training to nurturing your child’s self-esteem. Whether it’s resolving common childhood health problems or detailed instructions for coping with emergency medical situations, this new and revised edition of Caring for Your Baby and Young Child has everything you need:

a review of necessary basic care from infancy through age five
milestones for physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth, including red flags for preventing obesity
a complete health encyclopedia covering injuries, illnesses, congenital diseases, and other disabilities
guidelines for prenatal and newborn care, with spotlights on maternal nutrition, exercise, and screening tests during pregnancy
an in-depth discussion of breastfeeding, including its benefits, techniques, and challenges, as well as nutritional needs and vitamin/iron supplementation
updated safety standards: the very latest AAP recommendations, from CPR instruction and immunizations to childproofing tips and product and toy safety
tips for choosing child care programs and car safety seats
ways to reduce your child’s exposure to environmental hazards, such as air pollution and secondhand smoke
the latest reports on cutting-edge research into early brain development
updated content dedicated to sleep and allergies (including food allergies)
new chapter on the effects of media and technology exposure on children
special messages for grandparents and stepfamilies
and much more

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As a parent, nothing is more important than providing the best care for your little ones. That's why we bring you the 6th Edition of "Caring for Your Baby and Young Child" by the American Academy of Pediatrics. With the most up-to-date and expert advice, this essential resource is trusted by pediatricians and parents alike. From childbirth preparation to toilet training, nurturing self-esteem to coping with emergencies, this comprehensive guide covers it all.

With a thorough review of basic care from birth to age five, you can ensure that your child's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth is on track. The book also provides invaluable milestones and red flags for preventing obesity, keeping your child healthy and happy. From injuries to congenital diseases, the complete health encyclopedia offers guidance on a wide range of conditions, giving you peace of mind.

Expectant parents will find helpful guidelines for prenatal and newborn care, including spotlights on maternal nutrition and exercise. Breastfeeding, with all its benefits, techniques, and challenges, is discussed in detail, along with the latest nutritional needs and supplementation advice. By following the updated safety standards recommended by the AAP, you can create a secure environment for your child at home, in the car, and everywhere else.

Our book doesn't stop there: it also addresses important topics like reducing environmental hazards, the latest research on early brain development, and the effects of media and technology exposure on children. We even have special messages for grandparents and stepfamilies, making this book a valuable resource for the whole family.

Don't miss out on providing the best care and guidance for your child. Get your copy of "Caring for Your Baby and Young Child, 6th Edition" today and ensure a bright and healthy future for your little one. Shop now!

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