Keeping the trademark month by month format that allows parents to take the potentially overwhelming first year one step at a time, First Year is easier to read, faster to flip through, and new family friendlier than ever, packed with even more practical tips, realistic advice, and relatable, accessible information than before. Illustrations are new, too. Among the changes: Baby care fundamentals--crib and sleep safety, feeding, vitamin supplements--are...

Fully revised and updated, the fourth edition of this bestselling guide offers essential advice from two pediatrician-moms. It covers everything new parents need to know, from feeding and dressing, to diapering and bathing, and from crying and sleep to travel and activities. Updates include: a section on baby blues and postpartum depression; added information on breastfeeding, pumping and insurance benefits; new safety information on SIDS and car...

Shows how newborn infants begin to relate to the world around them.

This comprehensive book makes signing easy with photos of real kids using 100+ signs, plus expert advice on teaching your baby to communicate early.

Tami Gaines chronicles her experiences with premature twin babies, describing how she survived their difficult months in the NICU and offers other parents of preemies guidance to help them through the experience.

Covers every aspect of infant care from newborn bonding to toilet training.

Presents photographs of babies from all over the world in their native costume and describes how all babies are special. Developed by the Global Fund for Children.