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Provides strategies for promoting success in young children, especially those with special needs, by helping them acquire communication, learning, behavioral, emotional, and social skills. ... Read more

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Did you know that:-Ear infections are usually treated with antibiotics, but there are at least five homeopathic remedies that can be used without any side effects?-Chamomile can soothe teething pain?-Ginger and fennel tea can be used instead of expectorants to loosen a stubborn cough?-A daily dose of acidophilus, a beneficial bacteria in yogurt available in supplement form in health food stores, can help control acne breakouts?-Eucalyptus or peppermint essential oil added to a vaporizer can be used instead of over-the-counter cold remedies to unblock sinuses and relieve congestion?-Vitamin C, combined with bioflavonoids, can act as a natural antihistamine to combat hay fever—without the drowsiness of over-the-counter brands?These, and a wealth of other useful facts make The Parent's Guide to Natural Health Care for Children the most comprehensive, user-friendly guide to the myriad natural health care options for children available today. It includes information on acupuncture, herbalism, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and flower essences, and provides clear guidelines on how some natural remedies can be used at home. Karen Sullivan, a noted health journalist, also covers many of the key health issues that every parent needs to be aware of—including sleep problems, obesity, emotional well-being, immunizations, healthy food choices, environmental hazards—and offers practical, natural ways to address them. Throughout the book, Sullivan emphasizes the importance of focusing on a child's physical and emotional health, since both are critical for healthy development. ... Read more

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Golden Guide to Educating One's Child
A terrific guide to those awkward moments.An incredible help to us in rearing our little ones.The book is written with tremendous insight and care.A good, informative guide to helping a parent educate their child on many a difficult subject.

This book has been my lifesafer
I first read the book 3 years ago and have used the advise nonstop.I have searched for another copy because mine is so dog eared from use.I found it easy to read and so user friendly.The author knows her stuff and shares it with wisdom and a good sense of humor.It is not intimidating like other sex books related to kids. It helps you get a handle on what to say and do as you try your best to raise sexually healthy kids.

A must read for fathers and mothers
This book was extremely helpful for me in educating my children.The writer successfully covers delicate and provacative topics and as a parent armed me with the right advice. ... Read more

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A MUST HAVE FOR FOSTER PARENTS
This should be required reading for anyone looking to foster or adopt out of the foster care system.

Good reading
This is a good book to have in your reference library.We felt it was a little difficult to follow in some instances being a new foster parent.

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I was disapointed at this product because of the size/ It was much smaller than I thought It is made very well. ... Read more

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They called him Owen. Born on January 3, 1960, he was fair and blue-eyed, and he seemed as healthy as his four brothers and sisters. Today Owen lives in a school for the severely disabled near Frankfort, Kentucky. For his parents, Charles and Mary Callanan, the years "since Owen" have brought a continuing struggle to cope and an unending search for answers. They desperately needed information-- information they couldn't always find in medical journals or the out-of-date pamphlets displayed in agency waiting rooms. The more they learned, the more they wanted to share what they learned with other parents. This book is the result.

"Since Owen" is more than one family's story. It is both a comprehensive guidebook and an information-packed resource for parents of children with disabilities. With compassion, common sense, wisdom, and good humor, Charles Callanan shares what he and his family have learned in the nearly three decades "since Owen"-- from one parent to another.

"Since Owen" explores topics ranging from genetic counseling to placement in an institution, from the many causes of birth defects to planning for the child's future "after we're gone". It describes hospital personnel and procedures. The transition from hospital to home. The daily routine of raising a child with special needs. National organizations and support groups. The child's right to an education-- and how parents can fight to make sure that right is upheld. A concluding section looks at the disabled child as an adult and discusses such topics as living arrangements, sexuality, and religion. Most important of all, "Since Owen" gives families the reassuring message that they are not alone. ... Read more

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This updated edition includes new research and developments in both childcare and healthcare. It provides advice on all the most common children's ailments. ... Read more

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Good reference
I received this book as a shower gift.Although there is a lot of information that would have been useful before baby.I do reference it a lot everytime I think one of my girls might have something.

A good choice
I like that this book breaks developmental stages down into age levels and sometimes even further into months.I referred to this book often when my daughter was a newborn.GREAT illustrations...photographs of real babies and parents and items!What I didn't like were the 2-page bios of babies with special needs or developmental issues.None of them pertained to my situation, and because they were so short anyone with that problem probably wouldn't get a lot of help.However, this was just a small part of the book.Overall the information given was very good, never preachy, and very thorough.

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I would also like to add that some of the other reviews were ridiculous. I do not buy books especially on something so important because I like the pictures or many copies were sold. That to me is not making an informed purchase. This book was given as a gift to me otherwise I would never have kept it. People who really have kids that reviewed this book and have any inkling of what is fact would never recommend this book.

I totally agree with the other review that her views on boys and girls is ludicrous. It is 2003 not 1803! I would never buy this book as a new parent nor would I recommend it to anyone. I am a military wife and have seen countless kids from birth to teenagers so I am really not kidding about this! Take the time and simply read the section on immunizations or even show it to your doctor and you will know what I am talking about. Do not trust reviews just because someone sits at their computer and writes thousands of reviews everyday. Simply take a look at this book versus others out there and make your own informed decision! Thanks!

DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK
I am the mother of a 15 month old now and everytime I have referenced this book, it has been inaccurate with something. Hep B according to every other source is an immunization that children should receive whether the mother tested positive or not; this source states it as optional. I have the mayo clinic book and what to expect the first year and toddler years and they have proven to be the most accurate. I would not trust this book.

too general
The best feature of this book is its many pictures.For example, I took one look at the picture of the baby with the "umbilical hernia" and knew my baby had one too.

On the other hand, I don't find myself consulting this book very often.The information it provides is VERY BASIC, such as how to put on a diaper and how to give your kid a bath.It would probably be most interesting to read -before- your child arrives, when you are being kept up at night by the idea of soon having to change and bathe a 7-pound squirmy thing.However, once the first week of baby care is past, I don't think you're apt to consult it much. ... Read more

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The world-famous Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital has a reputation second to none, and its Institute of Child Health is renowned for its research into child health and illness. This book, an established favourite with parents, draws together the expertise of its highly qualified staff and offers reassuring advice about all aspects of raising children during the first five years. Among the topics it covers are:--Conception, pregnancy and birth--Coping with a new baby--Feeding--Sleep--Child development--Common health problems--DisabilityDistilling the wisdom and experience of doctors, nurses, psychologists, speech therapists, dieticians, playleaders and many others, this book is a mine of up-to-date and authoritative information. No parent, prospective or otherwise, should be without a copy. ... Read more

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A must-read for parents and teachers
So many misconceptions surround the condition known as ADHD, and the sheer volume of information is daunting to a parent who suddenly finds themselvesfaced with a diagnosis.As a Special Education major, I have found thisbook incredibly easy to read and understand.It explains the condition ineveryday terms, and gives analogies that effectively illustrate exactlywhat goes on inside the mind and body of a child with ADD or ADHD.Anyonewho may have to deal with one of these children--parents, grandparents,teachers, aunts, caregivers--should read this book. Besides explanations,it has wonderful strategies for managing an ADHD child's behavior. It alsohas great suggestions for ways to make home life and classroom life easieron both the parent (or teacher) and child. Of all the books I've comeacross, I rely on this one the most for explaining ADHD to my family andfriends who need to understand. ... Read more

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"A truly impressive composite picture of employer-supported child care in this country. I kept going back to it. So much research and information--I loved it!" Vivian Glick, Manager, Marketing and Communication, Prudential North East Group Operations ... Read more

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"Should be read by everyone who takes care of children with neurological handicaps."*This practical, interdisciplinary handbook is designed for parents of neurologically handicapped children and for those professionals concerned with their care.By describing the most common childhood neurological disorders and delineating the roles of the various professionals, the authors seek both to inform parents and to promote better understanding among professionals of what members of other disciplines can contribute to diagnosis and treatment."One rarely has cause to write a 'rave' review of a medical book, but this one warrants it. ... This is a book to read, keep, write in, take to appointments, and refer to frequently over the years. ... Will reward everyone who reads it." --*Journal of the American Medical Association. ... Read more

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This book is intended primarily for parents but will also be of interest to teachers and related professionals. The book addresses both practical and theoretical issues related to the development and education of deaf children. It considers these areas largely from a sign bilingual perspective. ... Read more

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Down to earth - a new parent's best friend
I purchased the book when I was pregnant with my son in England.I was very grateful for Jolly's no-nonsense approach to child rearing.For example, Jolly explains in this book that babies don't really need to be burped.Apparently, this is a Western society invention.Few cultures outside of Western society rub or tap their babies after they take their bottles since gas comes up naturally without the need to pound on their backs.Jolly also advises that if your baby will take a bottle cold, straight from the refrigerator, then it's ok-- there is no scientific reason for it to be warmed.Thissaved me hours of sleep since my son was happy to have a cold bottle.Another pearl of wisdom was his advice to bring the baby in bed with you if you need to get some sleep.My son breast fed in our bed as I fell back to sleep. Our son is a healthy adult, soon to be a police officer. He seems to have survived just fine thanks to this book. Jolly gives sound advice that makes parenting during that first year a heck of a lot easier.I worshiped the man for letting parents off the hook... ... Read more