Infant & Toddler Health Sourcebook

Basic Consumer Health Information about the Physical and Mental Development of Newborns, Infants, and Toddlers, Including Neonatal Concerns, Nutritional Recommendations, Immunizations Schedules, Common Pediatric Disorders, Assessments and Milestones, Safety Tips, and Advice for Parents and Other Caregivers

Along with a Glossary of Terms and Resource Listings for Additional Help

The first few years of a child's life are filled with wonder as he or she grows and discovers the world. Although infancy and toddlerhood can be exciting, they can also be confusing. New parents often have questions and concerns about health issues, including nutrition, immunizations, and common childhood illnesses. They may wonder if their child is progressing through developmental stages at a normal rate or if perceived delays signify potential problems.

Infant and Toddler Health Sourcebook presents information for parents about the health and development of newborns, infants, and toddlers up to the age of three. It covers neonatal concerns, nutrition recommendations, immunization schedules, common pediatric disorders, developmental assessments and milestones, and safety tips. A glossary of important terms will help readers better communicate with pediatricians, and directories of Internet and other resources will provide guidance to parents seeking additional help and information.

The book's 81 chapters are arranged in seven major parts:

• The Newborn - introduces the newborn infant, describes routine screening examinations, and provides information about concerns specific to young infants
• Nutrition - describes issues related to infant nutrition, including breast milk, formula, solid foods, vegetarian nutrition, and food labeling
• Well-Baby Care - offers parents information about what to expect at routine health check-ups, describes important developmental milestones, discusses vaccination recommendations, and provides information about vision and hearing screening
• Tips for Parents - provides practical advice for parents on a wide range of common concerns, including selecting a child care provider, bathing, communication, dental care, diaper rash, teething, thumbsucking, and more
• Common Medical Concerns During Early Childhood - presents facts on more than 25 common health problems in infants and toddlers, including allergies, asthma, birthmarks, colds, ear infections, fevers, and more
• Safety and First Aid - offers advice on keeping children safe at home, in the car, and with caretakers
• Additional Help and Information - includes a glossary of important terms and a directory of resources. All contact data has been fully verified and includes web site and e-mail addresses as available.
• Completing the book is a comprehensive index.

Material in this book has been collected from a wide range of government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and periodicals.

What reviewers are saying . . .

"This is a good source for general use." - American Reference Books Annual, 2001

"As a reference for the general public, this would be useful in any library." - E-Streams, May 2001

"Recommended reference source." - Booklist, American Library Association, February 2001