Includes index

Birth of a family. A child is coming ; The big event ; Your first concerns -- The growing child. Growth and development ; Personality and behavior ; Today's family ; School days -- The healthy child. Working with your doctor ; Preventive care ; Healthy habits at home and away ; The home pharmacy ; Minimizing environmental risks -- The child and the common complaint. Interpreting childhood complaints ; Emergencies ; Common injuries ; Common concerns ; Eye problems ; Ear, nose, and throat problems ; Skin problems ; "Classic" childhood diseases ; Bones, muscles, and joints ; Chest problems ; Digestive tract problems ; The urinary tract and the genitals ; Adolescent sexuality -- Appendices

"Covering more than 175 health care problems and symptoms, it offers the most recent information on critical childcare issues--from what to do in the event of a minor injury to everyday issues such as common allergies and ailments. Taking Care of Your Child is easy to use, even in a crisis: you can simply look up a symptom to find a complete explanation of probable causes, how to treat the problem at home, and when to see a doctor. With the very latest on ADHD, autism, breast-feeding, childhood depression and obesity, discipline, immunizations, and more, this new edition also features new sections on youth sports and head trauma, genetic screening, and minimizing risks of medical procedures"--