A totally revised and thoroughly updated edition of this mega-seller: a reliable and reassuring guide for new parents, recommended regularly by the 60,000 member doctors of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Now in its 8th edition, this hugely successful classic (more than 4.8 million copies in print) is the most thorough and respected consumer book dedicated to early child care, reviewed and revised with state-of-the-art advice from the most trusted authority: The American Academy of Pediatrics. This book addresses the latest medical research and recommended practices as well as the voiced concerns from their regular parent focus groups, ensuring a resource that is thoroughly up-to-date and emminently useful. This revised and updated edition includes new information on: Healthy development and disabilities--what to watch for, when to get help Early brain development--cutting edge information about how babies and young children think Breastfeeding and nutrition--what you need to know about nursing, weaning, and feeding your child Obesity updates--growth milestones and red flags Safety standards--the very latest AAP recommendations for tests, toys, immunizations, and more Helpful media and resources for new parents--how to make the most of media in the home