Revised and expanded: Americas bestselling baby bible -- an encyclopedic guide to the first two years of your babys life. The million-copy bestseller by the man who remade motherhood (TIME) has now been revised, expanded, and bought thoroughly up-to-date -- with the latest information on prenatal vitamins, breastfeeding practices, daycare, midwifery, hospital births, preventing and overcoming postpartum depression, and infant development. The Searses draw from their vast experience both as medical professionals and parents to provide comprehensive information on virtually every aspect of infant care. The Sears Baby Book focuses on the essential needs of babies -- eating, sleeping, development, health, and comfort -- as it addresses the questions of greatest concern to todays parents. The topics covered include: Preparing for a safe and healthy birthBonding with your babyFeeding your baby Soothing your fussy babyGetting your baby to sleepUnderstanding your babys developmentTreating common illnessesBabyproofing your homeUnderstanding toddler behaviorDealing with temper tantrumsToilet trainingWorking parentingFirst-aid proceduresand much moreUnrivaled in its scope and authority, The Sears Baby Book presents a practical, contemporary approach to parenting that reflects the way we live today. This is a rich and invaluable resource offering the basic guidance and inspiration you need to get the most out of parenting -- for your child, yourself, and for your entire family.William Sears, M.D., and Martha Sears, R.N. are the parents of eight children, eleven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, and the authors of 45 best-selling books on parenting and family health. They are the pediatric experts on whom American parents increasingly rely for advice and information on all aspects of pregnancy, birth, child care, and family nutrition. Dr. Bill received his pediatric training at Harvard Medical Schools Boston Childrens Hospital and Torontos Hospital for Sick Children, the largest childrens hospital in the world, where he was Associate Ward Chief of the pediatric intensive care unit. He was also the Chief of Pediatrics at Toronto Western Hospital, a teaching hospital of the University of Toronto. He has practiced pediatrics for more than fifty years, and is the founder of AskDrSears.com and the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, which has certified over 12,000 health coaches around the world. He has served as voluntary professor at the University of Toronto, the University of South Carolina, the University of Southern Californias Keck School of Medicine, and the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Sears contribution to family health was featured on the cover of Time magazine in 2012. Martha Sears is a registered nurse, former certified lactation consultant of IBCLC, and childbirth educator. Robert W. Sears, MD, is also a pediatrician in private practice in Southern California. Dr. Bob received his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed his pediatric training at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. He has coauthored six books in the Sears Parenting Library, including The Baby Book and The Allergy Book. He is also the author of The Vaccine Book and The Autism Book. He frequently speaks to parents and doctors about childrens health. He has three grown sons, two grandchildren, and lives with his wife in Dana Point, California. James Sears, MD, is a pediatrician and former cohost of the popular TV show The Doctors, a spin-off of Dr. Phil. Dr. Jim received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and did his pediatric residency at Tod Childrens Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio. He frequently speaks to parenting groups around the country about childrens nutrition. He is the proud father of two children and resides and practices in Southern California. askdrsears.com Book specifications:Dimensions: 233 x 188Author: William SearsCover type: PaperbackPublishing Year: 2022Publishing Month: 12Pages: 784Language: EnglishPublisher: Little, Brown SparkWeight: 1020 g