YOU: Raising Your Child: The Owner's Manual from First Breath to First Grade
- by Michael F. Roizen, Mehmet C. Oz
- Free Press, October 2010
- Hardcover, 496 pages
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ISBN: B005OHSFSI
There’s little doubt that parenting can be one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences you’ll ever have. But it can be plenty tough, too: Around the clock, you’re working to keep your...
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- What should I do if my child shows signs of developmental delay?
- What are the benefits of my child playing outside?
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- How is breast milk produced?
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- How can I prevent asthma attacks in my child?
- How should I prepare my child for a visit to the doctor?
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- What are congenital nevi?
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- How do I get my baby to latch on while breastfeeding?
- How can I tell if my baby is getting enough breast milk?
- How do I treat my baby's yeast infection?
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- What is the normal temperature for a child?
- How do I take my child's rectal temperature?
- How can I help my child avoid getting infections?
- What is cradle cap?
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- How can I make sure that my baby gets enough vitamin D?
- What are the symptoms of asthma?
- How does overeating and junk food increase my child's appetite?
- What can I do if my baby has colic?
- How can I prevent my child from developing an allergy to peanuts?
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- What is cerebral palsy?
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- What are some comfortable breastfeeding positions?
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- What is subcutaneous tissue?
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- What is psoriasis?
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- How is lice treated in children?
- What skills should a 1-year-old child be able to do?
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- What should I do if my child swallows poison?
- How should I care for my child's teeth?
- How can I tell if my child has as strep throat or a cold?
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- What is jaundice?
- How can I protect my child from dog bites?
- How effective are vaccines?
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- What is the dermis?
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- What causes seizures in children?
- How should I treat my child's cold?
- Which bones do children commonly break?
- What causes diaper rash?
- How much sleep do children need?
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- How can I stimulate my child's senses to improve his mental development?
- What are the health benefits of kissing my baby?
- What are the risks faced by premature babies?
- What is a hemangioma?
- How is scabies in children treated?
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- What are airborne allergies?
- When do synaptic connections in the brain form?
- Why are allergies so common today?
- How do I protect my child's hearing?
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- When should I give my child fever-reducing medicine?
- What is contact dermatitis in children?
- What causes eczema in infants?
- How do I treat my child's bug bite?
- What is the treatment for port-wine stains in children?
- How can I keep my baby's skin soft?
- How should I take care of my child's hair?
- How do I keep my child safe while letting him take risks?
- What should I do if I think my child has broken a bone?
- How can I soothe my child's stomachache?
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- How is jaundice in infants treated?
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- What games can help my kids get exercise?
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- What is milaria?
- Why do infants spit up?
- Why are preterm babies prone to infections?
- What does the color of my child's poop indicate?
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- How should I check for ticks on my child's body?
- Why do infants have frequent bowel movements?
- What is intellectual disability?
- What is a keloid?
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- How can I protect my children during holidays?
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- What do I do if my child has seizures?
- How are hip dislocations diagnosed in babies?
- How can I help strengthen my child's bones?
- What foods should I first feed my baby?
- What games can I play with my child to promote healthy eating?
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- How can I help my toddler develop fine motor skills?
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- What is the treatment for yeast diaper rash?
- What is ringworm?
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- How should I wash my baby's clothes and sheets?
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- What are common orthopedic problems in children?
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- What are the symptoms of intussusception in children?
- How is rotavirus treated in kids?
- What may be done to treat impetigo?
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- How common are colds in children?
- What is anaphylaxis in children?
- What is the treatment for anaphylaxis in children?
- What are the symptoms of anaphylaxis in children?
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- How should I set boundaries for my child?
- What should I look for when choosing my child's school?
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- How is strep throat treated in children?
- How can I prevent my child from getting measles?
- How can I tell if my child has meningitis?
- How do I remove foreign objects from my child's eyes?
- How do I treat my child's stye?
- What should I do if my child has a cut?
- What should I do when my child gets a burn?
- What should I do if my child has a tick?
- How can I remove a wart?
- What medicines should I avoid giving my child?
- What parts make up the hearing system?
- How can I help my child's hearing develop?
- What are the components of the eye?
- Why don't my baby's eyes move together?
- What causes orthopedic problems in babies?
- How do I know if my baby is having a seizure?
- What cancers occur in childhood?
- What are signs of developmental delay in babies?
- How do I handle raising twins or multiple babies?
- What should I look at when checking my child's growth?
- What is German measles?
- When is hepatitis A vaccine optional for children?
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- How does a mother's depression affect her children?
- How does my response to stress affect my child?
- What is healthy attachment in children?
- How self-confident should my child be?
- How can I teach compassion to my child?
- How can I teach my child about delayed gratification?
- Why is it important to interview my child's pediatrician?
- What happens at checkups for babies at two, four and six months?
- What happens at checkups for babies at 12, 15 and 18 months?
- When is it appropriate to give children antibiotics?
- What should I do for my child in an emergency?
- What exercises can I do with my toddler?
- Are vaccines necessary?
- How much flexibility is there in a child's vaccination schedule?
- Should I vaccinate my child to protect other people?
- Should I vaccinate my child according to standard guidelines?
- How does the brain learn efficiently?
- When can I tell if my child is right- or left-handed?
- What does walking normally look like in toddlers?
- How can I tell if my baby can distinguish sounds?
- How can I tell if my child can recognize shapes?
- What are the disadvantages of the Montessori teaching method?
- How do brain cells allow me to learn?
- Does my child have a brain problem if he has poor sight or hearing?
- Why do siblings have different language skills?
- Why is DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) important in early brain development?
- Can standardized test scores in young children predict academic success?
- How do children learn in the Montessori method of teaching?
- Should I worry if my child misses a developmental milestone?
- How important is a child's first word in language development?
- What should I tell my child about his private parts?
- Why should I turn off the TV when my child is around?
- Why can baby videos be bad for your child's language development?
- What are mirror neurons?
- How do I teach my child proper hand washing habits?
- How can I help my child deal with separation anxiety at school?
- How can I tell if my child has a normal habit versus a tic disorder?
- What does it mean if my baby has white spots on his tongue?
- How do I burp my baby?
- When can I start giving my baby solid food?
- How can I deal with my autistic child's picky eating?
- How does eating while watching TV make my child overweight?
- How is salmonella poisoning treated in kids?
- Why are infants prone to infections?
- What are viruses?
- What should I do if my child with asthma gets the flu?
- What causes earaches in children?
- How does pneumonia affect children?
- What are the symptoms of croup in children?
- When should I call my pediatrician if my child is sick?
- What foods are children typically allergic to?
- How can obesity place my child at risk for food allergies?
- Why should I allow my child to get dirty?
- How vigilant should I be if my child has a peanut allergy?
- How can I protect my baby's skin from the sun?
- What is eczema in infants?
- What is atopic eczema?
- What are milia in newborns?
- What is swimmer's itch?
- Should I use powder or corn starch on my baby's bottom?
- What are common skin infections in children?
- How can I protect my child from poisonous plants?
- What are port-wine stains in newborns?
- What are salmon patches in infants?
- What are cafe au lait spots?
- What are home remedies for rashes?
- Why do children have accidents?
- How do I keep my child safe without being overprotective?
- How can I tell if my child has a broken bone?
- How can I treat my child's nursemaid's elbow?
- How can I teach my children about stranger danger?
- How can I prevent my child from getting burns?
- Why is giving attention to my child important?
- How should I choose a good day care center?
- When do doctors check a baby's gastrointestinal system?
- Why do breast-fed babies poop more than bottle-fed babies?
- How often should my baby poop?
- How can constipation affect my toddler?
- How long does colic last?
- What causes projectile vomiting in infants?
- How do gluten allergies affect my child?
- What can babies see?
- How common are seizures in children?
- How do I teach my child to cope with failure?
- What is vulnerable child syndrome?
- What is chickenpox (varicella)?
- How can I prepare my child for an immunization shot?
- Is it safe for my child to get the rotavirus vaccine?
- Why are outdoor activities good for my child’s development?
- What sights, sounds, and tastes do babies prefer?
- How can I help my child develop spirituality?
- What should I consider when choosing a pediatrician?
- What can I expect at my baby's first checkup?
- What happens at a baby's nine month checkup?
- What happens at a child's two year old checkup?
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- How can I help my child take his medicine?
- How do I find the right hospital for my child?
- What should I bring for a child's hospital stay?
- Is it okay to hire a male babysitter?
- What is the risk of side effects from childhood vaccines?
- Do American kids receive too many vaccines?
- Can vaccines wipe out diseases?
- What do proponents say about following an individualized vaccination plan?
- How will my child's language skills develop if he's learning two languages?
- How fast does a brain develop in utero?
- How can I maximize my child's learning potential?
- How can I tell if my child can categorize objects?
- How does the brain develop in a fetus?
- Which synaptic connections are formed first in a baby's brain development?
- What happens when a child has difficulty integrating the senses?
- How does the environment affect a child's brain development?
- Why should I avoid labeling my child as smart?
- How can I convey positive emotions to my child?
- What skills should a 3-year-old child be able to do?
- What are gross motor skills in infants?
- How can I help reduce my child's anger?
- How should I toilet train my child?
- How should I manage my child's temper tantrums?
- What is separation anxiety?
- What can disrupt sleep in children?
- Why are the benefits of teaching my child good habits?
- How can I limit my child's television time?
- Why can't I give a baby cow's milk?
- What is a good nutrient balance for a toddler?
- How can I avoid raising a picky eater?
- What are the effects of caffeine on children?
- How can I get my child to like a food?
- How do fat cells contribute to childhood obesity?
- How can I make sure my tap water is safe for my children?
- What vegetables should I avoid using for homemade baby food?
- How can I motivate my child to improve his eating habits?
- Where is the most accurate place to take my child's temperature?
- How do I prevent bacteria from spreading at home?
- When should my child's tonsils be removed?
- How can I tell the difference between swimmer's ear and an ear infection?
- How should my child be treated for croup?
- What are the benefits of probiotics for children?
- How might wet socks help treat a fever?
- How do I protect my baby from infections when traveling?
- What are potential allergens for children?
- What do allergy shots for kids involve?
- Why are peanut allergies in kids becoming more common?
- What happens to my child's lungs during an asthma attack?
- How can I reduce my child's exposure to allergens?
- What should I do if my infant has a milk allergy?
- How can I help prevent and treat eczema in my child?
- How should I take care of my child's nails?
- What causes infant acne?
- What is coxsackievirus?
- How is molluscum contagiosum treated in children?
- How can I protect my child from lice?
- What should I do if my child is exposed to a poisonous plant?
- What is my role as a parent?
- How can I convey danger to my child?
- What should I do when my child gets hurt?
- What should I do if my child gets a head injury?
- How can I help prevent my child from getting injured from falling?
- How can I treat my child's bruises?
- How can honey treat allergy symptoms in children?
- How can I keep my children safe in the yard?
- How do I choose a playground set that is safe for children?
- What is the proper angle for a child's car seat?
- How does my behavior affect my child?
- What should I consider when buying a stroller?
- How do I choose a good nanny?
- Why should I get a babysitter?
- What should my newborn's poop look like?
- Should I use mineral oil to treat my child's constipation?
- Why do I need to feed my baby frequently?
- How do I know if the color of my baby's stool is normal?
- How often should my toddler poop?
- What causes constipation in a newborn baby?
- Why is it important to refrain from shaking a baby?
- What causes diarrhea in children?
- What are the symptoms of the Norwalk virus in kids?
- What are the signs of irritable bowel syndrome in kids?
- How is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in children treated?
- How can I rehydrate my child?
- How can I help prevent my child from drowning?
- How is a blocked tear duct treated?
- What are the risks factors for childhood asthma?
- What causes jaundice in infants?
- What are the symptoms of psoriasis?
- How does an ear work?
- What is a febrile seizure in a child?
- What is impetigo?
- How is psoriasis treated?
- What baby things do I need to buy before I give birth?
- When should my child get a flu shot?
- What are the signs of sleep deprivation in children?
- What is an inguinal hernia?
- What is the epidermis?
- What is autism?
- How can I stop my child's thumb-sucking?
- What is the treatment for ringworm in children?
- How do I treat my child's mouth ulcer?
